Each workshop is from 9am to 1pm and is open to mental health professionals and graduate students. The cost is $50 for each workshop, $40 each if you register for three or more, and $30 each for students. Register by calling or email The Village for Families and Children (860-236-4511 ext. 3763 or nschwan@villageforchildren.org and include “Play Therapy Training” in the subject line of your email).

Play therapy can be an effective adjunct to your work with clients suffering from attachment and trauma issues. We will explore the use of play therapy in the healing process. This workshop will present theoretical and experiential aspects of diverse play therapy techniques and interventions.

Workshop Objectives:

• Learn to engage a child to set goals
• Learn intervention to help children assess resources
• Engage a child to practice coping skills
• Assist children resolving their trauma