Description
This workshop is designed for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their skills in play therapy when working with resistant parents and children. Resistance can present unique challenges in therapeutic settings, hindering progress and communication. Through a combination of theoretical exploration, experiential activities, and case studies, participants will gain practical tools to break through resistance and create meaningful connections with their clients.
Participants will delve into the nuances of play therapy, exploring how to tailor interventions to the unique needs of resistant clients. The workshop will provide a safe space for learning and experimentation, allowing attendees to practice and refine their skills in a supportive environment. Cultural competence and collaborative approaches with parents will be emphasized, ensuring that participants leave with practical skills to apply in their own practice.
Instructor
Therapy
Kristian Owens is the Owner/CEO of Resilient Child Therapy Institute, LLC, where she provides brain-body based psychotherapy and integrative wellness services to children and families impacted by trauma and loss. She also has a special interest in training and supporting clinicians in their clinical work with Communities of Color. Ms. Owens is a licensed clinical social worker and supervisor in Maryland, a certified yoga teacher, certified Reiki Master, and a play and expressive arts therapy enthusiast.
Agenda & Learning Objectives
AGENDA:
8:50 am – 9 am
Log on
9 am - 10:30 am
Historical Perspectives, Manifestations of Resistance, Rethinking Resistance
10:30 am - 10:45 am
Break
10:45am – 12:15 pm
Strategies for Addressing Resistance, Resistance in the Context of Cultural Diversity, Case Study/Discussion
12:15
Adjournment
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
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Identify common signs and manifestations of resistance in the therapeutic process.
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Develop strategies for establishing and strengthening therapeutic alliances with resistant parents and children through play.
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Explore a variety of creative and play therapy interventions designed to engage resistant parents and children in the therapeutic process.
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Develop strategies for involving resistant parents in the therapeutic journey of their children.
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Address cultural considerations and diversity in the context of play therapy with resistant clients.
Bibliography & References
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
VanFleet, R. (2000). Understanding and overcoming parent resistance to play therapy. International Journal of Play Therapy, 9(1), 35–46
Malchiodi, C. A., & Crenshaw, D. A. (2017). What to do when children clam up in psychotherapy: Interventions to facilitate communication. The Guilford Press.
Brumfield, K. A. (2021). Working with parents in child-centered play therapy: Applying the discrimination model to caregiver support. In L. J. Fazio-Griffith & R. Marino (Eds.), Techniques and interventions for play therapy and clinical supervision (pp. 133–153). Information Science Reference/IGI Global.
Stulmaker, H. L., & Jayne, K. M. (2018). Child-centered play therapy parent consultation model: Clinical implementation and implications. Journal of Child and Adolescent Counseling, 4(1), 3–19.
Ray, D.C, Ogawa, Y., & Cheng, Y. (2022). Multicultural Play Therapy: Making the Most of Cultural Opportunities with Children. Routledge.
Target Audience
Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
We welcome anyone interested in the topic!
Late Fees and Refunds
The base price is $70 which includes CE credit.
Late Fee: On September 4, 2024, a non-refundable late fee of $20 is added to the base price. Late fees cannot be refunded or applied to account credit.
Cancellations: **ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.**
Cancellations must be received 24 hours in advance prior to the workshop to receive a refund or an account credit.
