History of Play Therapy & the Therapeutic Powers of Play (IN-PERSON)
CE Hours 6
5 Play Therapy History Hours
1 Play Therapy Historically Significant Theory Hours
About this live event
This continuing education event teaches participants an introductory history of Play Therapy and an overview of the seminal theories of Play Therapy. The training introduces participants to the therapeutic powers of play through review of case examples. Presentation identifies how Registered Play Therapists use therapeutic play to effect therapeutic change. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit. This is the first training of Season 8 cycle of our A Time for Play training series.
Learning Objectives
1. Identify Play therapy and Play Therapists as distinct form the general use of toys in therapy.
2. Describe the history and development of Play therapy as a mental health intervention.
3. Describe the mission, research, and resources of the Association for Play Therapy and how they inform and support Play Therapists.
4. Compare and differentiate the seminal theories of Play Therapy.
5. Identify and differentiate between the therapeutic powers of play.
6. Describe how Registered Play Therapists use the therapeutic powers of play to effect change.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 – 10:30 am - Introduction to Play Therapy and the Path to be an RPT
10:30 – 12:00 pm - History of Play Therapy
12:00 – 1:00 pm - Lunch Break
1:00 – 2:30 pm - Historically Significant Theories of Play Therapy
2:30 – 4:00 pm - The Therapeutic Powers of Play
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Location
United Way Houston (50 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77007)
History of Play Therapy & the Therapeutic Powers of Play (VIRTUAL)
CE Hours 6
5 Play Therapy History Hours
1 Play Therapy Historically Significant Theory Hours
About this live event
This continuing education event teaches participants an introductory history of Play Therapy and an overview of the seminal theories of Play Therapy. The training introduces participants to the therapeutic powers of play through review of case examples. Presentation identifies how Registered Play Therapists use therapeutic play to effect therapeutic change. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit. This is the first training of Season 8 cycle of our A Time for Play training series.
Learning Objectives
1. Identify Play therapy and Play Therapists as distinct form the general use of toys in therapy.
2. Describe the history and development of Play therapy as a mental health intervention.
3. Describe the mission, research, and resources of the Association for Play Therapy and how they inform and support Play Therapists.
4. Compare and differentiate the seminal theories of Play Therapy.
5. Identify and differentiate between the therapeutic powers of play.
6. Describe how Registered Play Therapists use the therapeutic powers of play to effect change.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 – 10:30 am - Introduction to Play Therapy and the Path to be an RPT
10:30 – 12:00 pm - History of Play Therapy
12:00 – 1:00 pm - Lunch Break
1:00 – 2:30 pm - Historically Significant Theories of Play Therapy
2:30 – 4:00 pm - The Therapeutic Powers of Play
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Location
Zoom Meeting
Basic Skills of Child-Centered Play Therapy (Part 1 of 3) (Virtual)
CE Hours 6
3 Play Therapy Historically Significant Theory Hours
3 Play Therapy Skills and Methods Hours
About this live event
(Part 1 of 3) This continuing education event teaches participants the basic theory and skills of Child-Centered Play Therapy. Participants will learn about the be with attitude and the specific non-directive skills for tracking play behavior and facilitating relationship building within a therapeutic playroom. Participants will observe demonstrations, engage in live practice, and receive coaching of the specific child-centered play therapy skills. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Recite the theoretical tenets of child-centered play therapy.
2. Discuss the history and theoretical roots of child centered play therapy.
3. Identify practice skills and interventions unique to child centered play therapy.
4. Describe how child centered play therapists access therapeutic powers of play.
5. Explain the use and application of tracking skills in administration of child-centered play therapy.
6. Assess when child centered play therapy is an effective intervention for a client.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 – 10:30 am – Theory of Child-Centered Play Therapy
10:30 – 12:00 pm – Therapeutic Conditions of Growth
12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch Break
1:00 – 2:30 pm – Child-Centered Play Therapy Skills
2:30– 4:00 pm – Child-Centered Play Therapy Skills Practice
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Location
On-Line via Zoom
Basic Skills of Child-Centered Play Therapy (Part 1 of 3) (Virtual)
CE Hours 6
3 Play Therapy Historically Significant Theory Hours
3 Play Therapy Skills and Methods Hours
About this live event
(Part 1 of 3) This continuing education event teaches participants the basic theory and skills of Child-Centered Play Therapy. Participants will learn about the be with attitude and the specific non-directive skills for tracking play behavior and facilitating relationship building within a therapeutic playroom. Participants will observe demonstrations, engage in live practice, and receive coaching of the specific child-centered play therapy skills. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Recite the theoretical tenets of child-centered play therapy.
2. Discuss the history and theoretical roots of child centered play therapy.
3. Identify practice skills and interventions unique to child centered play therapy.
4. Describe how child centered play therapists access therapeutic powers of play.
5. Explain the use and application of tracking skills in administration of child-centered play therapy.
6. Assess when child centered play therapy is an effective intervention for a client.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 – 10:30 am – Theory of Child-Centered Play Therapy
10:30 – 12:00 pm – Therapeutic Conditions of Growth
12:00 – 1:00 pm – Lunch Break
1:00 – 2:30 pm – Child-Centered Play Therapy Skills
2:30– 4:00 pm – Child-Centered Play Therapy Skills Practice
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Location
Virtual through Live Zoom
Advanced Skills of Child-Centered Play Therapy (Part 2 of 3) (IN-PERSON)
6 CE Hours
3 Play Therapy Historically Significant Theory Hours
3 Play Therapy Skills and Methods Hours
About this live event
(Part 2 of 3) This continuing education event teaches participants advanced skills related to Child-Centered Play Therapy including appropriate use and techniques for limit setting. Participants will also learn the theoretical specifications for constructing a therapeutic playroom and selection of therapeutic toys. Participants will receive live practice and coaching in practice child-centered play therapy skills. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Identify the core theoretical framework Child Centered Play Therapists use to determine if and when to set limits.
2. Practice skills for setting effective limits with children in Child Centered Play therapy.
3. Describe how to build a therapeutic playroom and standard tools for the room.
4. Identify and praactice the theoretical process for playroom toy selection.
5. Demonstrate skill in applying Child Centered Play Therapy tracking and limit setting skills.
6. Assess when child centered play therapy is an effective intervention for a client.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 am - 10:30 am – Review Basics of Child-Centered Play Therapy
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Limit Setting & Other Advanced Skills
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Lunch Break
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Playroom Construction
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – CCPT Skills Practice
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Location
United Way Houston (50 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77007)
Advanced Skills of Child-Centered Play Therapy (Part 2 of 3) (Virtual)
6 CE Hours
3 Play Therapy Historically Significant Theory Hours
3 Play Therapy Skills and Methods Hours
About this live event
(Part 2 of 3) This continuing education event teaches participants advanced skills related to Child-Centered Play Therapy including appropriate use and techniques for limit setting. Participants will also learn the theoretical specifications for constructing a therapeutic playroom and selection of therapeutic toys. Participants will receive live practice and coaching in practice child-centered play therapy skills. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Identify the core theoretical framework Child Centered Play Therapists use to determine if and when to set limits.
2. Practice skills for setting effective limits with children in Child Centered Play therapy.
3. Describe how to build a therapeutic playroom and standard tools for the room.
4. Identify and praactice the theoretical process for playroom toy selection.
5. Demonstrate skill in applying Child Centered Play Therapy tracking and limit setting skills.
6. Assess when child centered play therapy is an effective intervention for a client.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 am - 10:30 am – Review Basics of Child-Centered Play Therapy
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Limit Setting & Other Advanced Skills
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Lunch Break
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Playroom Construction
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – CCPT Skills Practice
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Location
Live Zoom
Playful Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) IN-PERSON
This intensive 4 day workshop teaches providers how to implement Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). Each day involves comprehensive instruction, interactive practice, and discussion of case examples. Registration includes 24 hours of Continuing Education over 4 days AND 6 hours of supportive case consultation in the implementation of PCIT.
Location: United Way of Greater Houston
Details: https://a-time-for-play.ce-go.com/live-event/playful-parent-child-interaction-therapy-pcit
LGBTQ+ Affirmative Play Therapy (VIRTUAL)
LGBTQ+ Affirmative Play Therapy (VIRTUAL)
CE Hours 6
6 Play Therapy Social & Cultural Diversity
About this live event
This continuing education event teaches participants a theoretical framework for integrating Gay and Gender Affirmative Therapy practices with Play Therapy! Participants will gain an understanding of sexual orientation and gender identity concepts and how to work effectively with clients and families of varying sexual orientations and gender identities. Participants will learn through lecture, video demonstration, interactive practice, case review, and large group discussion.
Learning Objectives
Assess client sexual orientation and gender identity and related psychosocial impacts.
Design affirmative approaches to clinical intervention using Play Therapy.
Apply affirmative approaches of Play Therapy through interactive practice to abate cultural, internalized, and political oppression.
Recite ethical codes and laws that impact practice of Play Therapy with LGBTQ* clients.
Explain the value of affirmative Play Therapy approaches to parents, educators, and adults in the client’s ecosystem.
Identify ethical Play Therapy practices of documentation and treatment planning for LGBTQ* families.
Learning Levels
All levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
Agenda:
9:00 am – 10:30 am – Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation Development
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – LGBTQ* Affirmative Play Therapy
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Lunch Break
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm - Interventions of LGBTQ* Affirmative Play Therapy
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Case Review, Discussion, & Conceptualization
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Live event Instructor(s)
Steven L. Parks, LCSW-S, MBA, RPT-S
Executive Director, A Time for Play | Play Therapy Training Series
Steven L. Parks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Supervisor and serves in the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work as a full-time clinical Senior Lecturing Faculty professor. Steven is a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (RPT-S) and the Executive Director of the A Time for Play nonprofit organization based in Houston, TX. He also maintains a private practice in Sugar Land, Texas and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma symptoms, depression, anxiety, and externalizing behaviors. Steven has a Bachelor’s of Arts degree of Psychology from Texas Tech University, a Master’s of Business Administration degree from University of Houston Bauer College of Business, and a Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Steven volunteers regularly with the National Association of Social Workers Texas (NASWTx), and serves as the Board Chair of Tony's Place, a local LGBTQ+ Community Organization.
Disclosure
This Continuing Education event is acceptable for the purposes of license renewal for Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in the state of Texas by fully complying with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council guidelines and Texas Administrative Code RULE §781.501, RULE §681.142, & RULE §801.261 Professionals with license outside of the State of Texas should check with their licensing board if CE credit hours will be accepted. The mission of A Time for Play is to promote access to effective mental health services within the community, primarily by educating mental health professionals on the theories, benefits, techniques, and skills of Play Therapy and ethical clinical practice. A Time for Play delivers mental health training services to local, state, national, and international audiences. The nonprofit expands access by providing continuing education workshops in-person, virtually, by request, and on-demand. A Time for Play is actively diversifying the profession of Play Therapy and expanding access to Play Therapy services through scholarship opportunities.
Integrative Play Therapy Theory & Practice (IN-PERSON)
Integrative Play Therapy Theory & Practice (IN-PERSON)
CE Hours 62 Play Therapy Historically Significant Theory Hours2 Play Therapy Skills and Methods Hours2 Play Therapy Special Topics Hours
About this live event
This continuing education event teaches participants a theoretical framework for integrating different Play Therapy theories and skills into a coherent practice approach. Presentation also reviews termination guidelines, skills, and approaches from an integrative theoretical Play Therapy perspective. Participants will review core Play Therapy theories and use self-reflection skills to monitor treatment progress and adjust orientation as necessary to achieve treatment goals. Participants will learn through lecture, video demonstration, interactive practice, case review, and large group discussion. Completion of a Post-Test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Differentiate and Review core Play Therapy theories.
2. Apply Integrative Play Therapy theory to conceptualize clients.
3. Discuss strategies for integrating Play Therapy theories and approaches into treatment with intention.
4. Identify signs that a change of Play Therapy approach or treatment approach may be warranted or necessary.
5. Plan for how to change theoretical direction with coherent rationale to achieve child treatment goals.
6. Discuss termination process and techniques for effective terminations.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 am – 10:30 am – Integrative Play Therapy Approaches
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Integrative Play Therapy Process
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Case Presentation and Discussion
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Termination & Play Therapist Identity Development
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Live event Instructor(s)
Steven L. Parks, LCSW-S, MBA, RPT-S
Executive Director, A Time for Play | Play Therapy Training Series
Steven L. Parks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Supervisor and serves in the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work as a full-time clinical Senior Lecturing Faculty professor. Steven is a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (RPT-S) and the Executive Director of the A Time for Play nonprofit organization based in Houston, TX. He also maintains a private practice in Sugar Land, Texas and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma symptoms, depression, anxiety, and externalizing behaviors. Steven has a Bachelor’s of Arts degree of Psychology from Texas Tech University, a Master’s of Business Administration degree from University of Houston Bauer College of Business, and a Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Steven volunteers regularly with the National Association of Social Workers Texas (NASWTx), and serves as the Board Chair of Tony's Place, a local LGBTQ+ Community Organization.
Disclosure
This Continuing Education event is acceptable for the purposes of license renewal for Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in the state of Texas by fully complying with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council guidelines and Texas Administrative Code RULE §781.501, RULE §681.142, & RULE §801.261 Professionals with license outside of the State of Texas should check with their licensing board if CE credit hours will be accepted. The mission of A Time for Play is to promote access to effective mental health services within the community, primarily by educating mental health professionals on the theories, benefits, techniques, and skills of Play Therapy and ethical clinical practice. A Time for Play delivers mental health training services to local, state, national, and international audiences. The nonprofit expands access by providing continuing education workshops in-person, virtually, by request, and on-demand. A Time for Play is actively diversifying the profession of Play Therapy and expanding access to Play Therapy services through scholarship opportunities.
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Introduction to Play Therapy Supervision (VIRTUAL)
Introduction to Play Therapy Supervision (VIRTUAL)
CE Hours 6
6 Play Therapy Special Topics Hours
6 Play Therapy Supervision Hours
About this live event
This continuing education event teaches participants basic theories and skills of Play Therapy Supervision. Participants will learn methods and skills of assessment and development of supervisee competency and learning. Participants will review APT's Standards for Registered Play Therapist- Supervisors and learn a developmental framework for conceptualizing the supervision process. Participants will learn through lecture, video demonstration, interactive practice, case review, and large group discussion. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Differentiate Play Therapy Supervision from other forms of clinical supervision.
2. Describe the ethical responsibilities and duties of Play Therapy Supervisors.
3. Create documentation policies that adhere to best practices for supervision.
4. Describe theoretical models informing the process of Play Therapy Supervision.
5. Practice use of Play Therapy Supervision skills and technique.
6. Apply Play Therapy Supervision skills to case examples.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
Agenda:
9:00 am – 10:30 am – Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations of an Play Therapist Supervisor
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Theories of Play Therapy Supervision
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Documentation and Practice of Play Therapy Supervision
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Play Supervision Skills and Techniques
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Live event Instructor(s)
Steven L. Parks, LCSW-S, MBA, RPT-S
Executive Director, A Time for Play | Play Therapy Training Series
Steven L. Parks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Supervisor and serves in the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work as a full-time clinical Senior Lecturing Faculty professor. Steven is a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (RPT-S) and the Executive Director of the A Time for Play nonprofit organization based in Houston, TX. He also maintains a private practice in Sugar Land, Texas and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma symptoms, depression, anxiety, and externalizing behaviors. Steven has a Bachelor’s of Arts degree of Psychology from Texas Tech University, a Master’s of Business Administration degree from University of Houston Bauer College of Business, and a Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Steven volunteers regularly with the National Association of Social Workers Texas (NASWTx), and serves as the Board Chair of Tony's Place, a local LGBTQ+ Community Organization.
Disclosure
This Continuing Education event is acceptable for the purposes of license renewal for Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in the state of Texas by fully complying with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council guidelines and Texas Administrative Code RULE §781.501, RULE §681.142, & RULE §801.261 Professionals with license outside of the State of Texas should check with their licensing board if CE credit hours will be accepted. The mission of A Time for Play is to promote access to effective mental health services within the community, primarily by educating mental health professionals on the theories, benefits, techniques, and skills of Play Therapy and ethical clinical practice. A Time for Play delivers mental health training services to local, state, national, and international audiences. The nonprofit expands access by providing continuing education workshops in-person, virtually, by request, and on-demand. A Time for Play is actively diversifying the profession of Play Therapy and expanding access to Play Therapy services through scholarship opportunities.
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Child Psychopharmacology for Play Therapists (IN-PERSON)
Child Psychopharmacology for Play Therapists (IN-PERSON)
CE Hours 6
6 Play Therapy Special Topics Hours
About this live event
Participants will learn about commonly prescribed psychotropic medications for children and how to collaborate effectively with prescribing physicians. Participants will learn how to assess for the impact of medications on play behavior and playful strategies to communicate with children and families about their medications, their use, and their impact on behavior. Training will include practice resources, discussion of case examples, and discussion of how to create treatment plans that integrate the use of psychotropic medications. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Assess for the impact of psychopharmaceuticals on play behaviors of clients in Play Therapy.
2. Identify commonly prescribed psychopharmaceutical medications and their impacts on child behavior and play behavior.
3. List side effects and adverse reactions to psychopharmaceuticals that Play Therapists may assess for in Play Therapy.
4. Prepare playful Play Therapy strategies for communicating with children and families about psychopharmacological treatment.
5. Identify strategies for Play Therapists to communicate and collaborate with prescribing professionals about.
6. Create treatment plans that integrate Play Therapy and psychopharmacological interventions.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 am – 10:30 am – Introduction to Child Psychopharmacology
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Play Therapy with clients prescribed Stimulant medications
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Play Therapy with clients prescribed Anxiolytic & Antidepressant Medications
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Play Therapy with clients prescribed Antipsychotic and other Medications
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Live event Instructor(s)
Jeffrey Moore, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified
I am a mental health nurse experienced in treatment of various psychiatric disorders as well as chemical dependency in the adult and adolescent populations. Perform physical, psychosocial, and emotional assessments. Use assessment data to anticipate patient's needs and expectations. Promptly identify changes in conditions as evidenced by nursing assessment and other assessment tools and reports changes and/or takes follow-up action as appropriate. Evaluate implemented interventions and modify care given according to the evaluation. Follow hospital and/or department policies, procedures, clinical pathways, and nationally accepted standards of nursing practice. Ensure the safety of patients and staff. Participate in performance improvement / quality measures. Serve as a primary preceptor for new graduate nurses.
Disclosure
This Continuing Education event is acceptable for the purposes of license renewal for Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in the state of Texas by fully complying with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council guidelines and Texas Administrative Code RULE §781.501, RULE §681.142, & RULE §801.261 Professionals with license outside of the State of Texas should check with their licensing board if CE credit hours will be accepted. The mission of A Time for Play is to promote access to effective mental health services within the community, primarily by educating mental health professionals on the theories, benefits, techniques, and skills of Play Therapy and ethical clinical practice. A Time for Play delivers mental health training services to local, state, national, and international audiences. The nonprofit expands access by providing continuing education workshops in-person, virtually, by request, and on-demand. A Time for Play is actively diversifying the profession of Play Therapy and expanding access to Play Therapy services through scholarship opportunities.
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Ecosystemic Play Therapy Theory & Skills (VIRTUAL)
Ecosystemic Play Therapy Theory & Skills (VIRTUAL)
CE Hours 6
3 Play Therapy Historically Significant Theory Hours
3 Play Therapy Skills and Methods Hours
About this live event
This continuing education event teaches participants the theory, skills, and methods of Ecosystemic Play Therapy. Participants will learn about the Ecosystemic Play Therapy assessment processes and intervention selection processes used to conceptualize and treat clients. Participants will learn through lecture, video demonstration, interactive practice, case review, and large group discussion. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Recite the core theoretical concepts of Ecosystemic Play Therapy.
2. Apply Ecosystemic Play Therapy theory to conceptualize clients.
3. Discuss how assessment of child’s developmental needs informs the identification appropriate interventions.
4. Recite strategies for mobilizing a client’s larger system to effectively and holistically support a client.
5. Practice development of interventions utilizing Ecosystemic Play Therapy model.
6. Assess when Ecosystemic Play Therapy may be an effective intervention for treatment for a client.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 am – 10:30 am – Ecosystemic Play Therapy Theory
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Ecosystemic Play Therapy Assessment Process
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Ecosystemic Play Therapy Skills & Interventions
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Ecosystemic Problem Solving Model & Case Examples
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Live event Instructor(s)
Steven L. Parks, LCSW-S, MBA, RPT-S
Executive Director, A Time for Play | Play Therapy Training Series
Steven L. Parks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Supervisor and serves in the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work as a full-time clinical Senior Lecturing Faculty professor. Steven is a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (RPT-S) and the Executive Director of the A Time for Play nonprofit organization based in Houston, TX. He also maintains a private practice in Sugar Land, Texas and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma symptoms, depression, anxiety, and externalizing behaviors. Steven has a Bachelor’s of Arts degree of Psychology from Texas Tech University, a Master’s of Business Administration degree from University of Houston Bauer College of Business, and a Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Steven volunteers regularly with the National Association of Social Workers Texas (NASWTx), and serves as the Board Chair of Tony's Place, a local LGBTQ+ Community Organization.
Disclosure
This Continuing Education event is acceptable for the purposes of license renewal for Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in the state of Texas by fully complying with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council guidelines and Texas Administrative Code RULE §781.501, RULE §681.142, & RULE §801.261 Professionals with license outside of the State of Texas should check with their licensing board if CE credit hours will be accepted. The mission of A Time for Play is to promote access to effective mental health services within the community, primarily by educating mental health professionals on the theories, benefits, techniques, and skills of Play Therapy and ethical clinical practice. A Time for Play delivers mental health training services to local, state, national, and international audiences. The nonprofit expands access by providing continuing education workshops in-person, virtually, by request, and on-demand. A Time for Play is actively diversifying the profession of Play Therapy and expanding access to Play Therapy services through scholarship opportunities.
Register for this Training Here
Play Therapy with Victims of Sexual Abuse (VIRTUAL)
Play Therapy with Victims of Sexual Abuse (VIRTUAL)
CE Hours 6
3 Play Therapy Skills and Methods Hours
3 Play Therapy Special Topics Hours
About this live event
This continuing education event reviews the functional and mental health impacts of sexual abuse on children in different developmental stages. Training will include review of current literature on Play Therapy treatment of sexual abuse including identification of play themes, treatment strategies, and challenges of working with the population. Participants will learn specific Play Therapy interventions to support children and treat the trauma of sexual abuse. Participants will learn through lecture, video demonstration, interactive practice, case review, and large group discussion. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Differentiate between normative sexual development and biopsychosocial impacts of sexual abuse on development.
2. Recite the SECURE lens model for trauma-informed Play Therapy.
3. Identify major play themes and play scenarios common to victims of sexual abuse.
4. Develop targeted treatment strategies to address common trauma responses.
5. Use directive Play Therapy interventions to alleviate trauma related to sexual abuse.
6. Apply self-care and trauma stewardship strategies to promote sustainable practice.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 am – 10:30 am – Normative sexual development & biopsychosocial impacts of sexual abuse
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – SECURE lens and non-directive Play Therapy interventions
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Directive Sexual Abuse specific Play Therapy interventions
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Case Review, Discussion, and Conceptualization
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Live event Instructor(s)
Steven L. Parks, LCSW-S, MBA, RPT-S
Executive Director, A Time for Play | Play Therapy Training Series
Steven L. Parks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Supervisor and serves in the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work as a full-time clinical Senior Lecturing Faculty professor. Steven is a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (RPT-S) and the Executive Director of the A Time for Play nonprofit organization based in Houston, TX. He also maintains a private practice in Sugar Land, Texas and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma symptoms, depression, anxiety, and externalizing behaviors. Steven has a Bachelor’s of Arts degree of Psychology from Texas Tech University, a Master’s of Business Administration degree from University of Houston Bauer College of Business, and a Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Steven volunteers regularly with the National Association of Social Workers Texas (NASWTx), and serves as the Board Chair of Tony's Place, a local LGBTQ+ Community Organization.
Disclosure
This Continuing Education event is acceptable for the purposes of license renewal for Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists in the state of Texas by fully complying with Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council guidelines and Texas Administrative Code RULE §781.501, RULE §681.142, & RULE §801.261 Professionals with license outside of the State of Texas should check with their licensing board if CE credit hours will be accepted. The mission of A Time for Play is to promote access to effective mental health services within the community, primarily by educating mental health professionals on the theories, benefits, techniques, and skills of Play Therapy and ethical clinical practice. A Time for Play delivers mental health training services to local, state, national, and international audiences. The nonprofit expands access by providing continuing education workshops in-person, virtually, by request, and on-demand. A Time for Play is actively diversifying the profession of Play Therapy and expanding access to Play Therapy services through scholarship opportunities.
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Post-Traumatic Play Therapy & Natural Disasters (In-Person)
Post-Traumatic Play Therapy with Victims of Natural Disaster (IN-PERSON)
CE Hours 6
6 Play Therapy Special Topics Hours
About this live event
This continuing education event defines Post-traumatic Play in the context of survivors of natural disasters. Presentation teaches participants common neurobiological, behavioral, and developmental impacts of exposure to trauma via natural disasters. Participants will learn methods and skills for assessing, identifying, and treating trauma using an integrative Play Therapy approach. Presentation will also review concepts of vicarious trauma and engage participants in developing a resiliency and trauma stewardship plan. Participants will learn through lecture, video demonstration, interactive practice, case review, and large group discussion. Completion of a Post-test and Evaluation is required for participants to receive CE credit.
Learning Objectives
1. Describe the neurobiological and behavioral impacts of trauma on health and development.
2. Identify the neurobiological benefits and effectives of Play Therapy as a treatment for trauma symptoms and disorders.
3. Differentiate developmentally appropriate play from trauma play and therapeutic play.
4. Practice trauma-focused Play Therapy skills and interventions for children that have been exposed to trauma from natural disasters.
5. Describe strategies for communicating with parents about trauma themes and play.
6. Assess when an integrative trauma-informed Play Therapy will be effective in meeting client needs.
Learning Levels
All Levels
Target Audience
This educational activity is intended for behavioral health professionals, including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, and MFT's.
Agenda
9:00 am – 10:30 am – Neurobiological and behavioral impacts of trauma
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – SECURE lens of Play Therapy for treatment of trauma
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - Lunch
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm – Play Therapy interventions for natural disaster related trauma
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Play Therapy interventions for natural disaster related trauma
4:00 pm - Wrap-up, Review, Evaluation, & Post-Test
Live event Instructor(s)
Steven L. Parks, LCSW-S, MBA, RPT-S
Executive Director, A Time for Play | Play Therapy Training Series
Steven L. Parks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Approved Supervisor and serves in the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work as a full-time clinical Senior Lecturing Faculty professor. Steven is a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (RPT-S) and the Executive Director of the A Time for Play nonprofit organization based in Houston, TX. He also maintains a private practice in Sugar Land, Texas and specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma symptoms, depression, anxiety, and externalizing behaviors. Steven has a Bachelor’s of Arts degree of Psychology from Texas Tech University, a Master’s of Business Administration degree from University of Houston Bauer College of Business, and a Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Steven volunteers regularly with the National Association of Social Workers Texas (NASWTx), and serves as the Board Chair of Tony's Place, a local LGBTQ+ Community Organization.