Tammi Van Hollander – Play Therapy

Play Therapy – How to Use it!

Specific Techniques and Novel Approaches

Assessment and diagnostic
Techniques to use early on in treatment
An ongoing process
Therapeutic benefits
Emotions and behavior
Verbal and Non-Verbal
Communication – learn to listen to your client
Language, play and drawing development
Disorders and Client Situations

Trauma/PTSD

Anxiety
OCD
Depression and self-esteem issues
ADHD
Abuse
Fears/nightmares
Groups and families
Play Therapy Techniques

Non-Directive Techniques:
Sand tray work
Watercolors
House-tree-person
Play dough
Finger painting
Directive Techniques:
I Spy
Story Telling
Sentence Completions
Doll house
Gift boxes
Movement
What do you want to be when you grow up?
What animal am I?
Role Playing
Maps – where in the world do you want to be?
Dance and movement
Board games
Emotions – Feelings and faces
Bam Bam dolls
Music
Areas of Caution

Wet and dry
Selecting the right mediums
The Limbic System
Importance of collaboration
Children who have been abused
Sexualized and acting out behaviors
Importance of self-care

Description:

Play Therapy is an incredible communication tool for children when they are unable to verbally express themselves. Through play, children are allowed to:

• Become aware of and express their feelings
• Manage anger
• Improve self-control
• Reduce fear, anxiety, and depression
• You will leave with a toolbox filled with ready to use Play Therapy techniques that you will immediately implement in your work with children and can also be adapted for clients of all ages.

In this recording, you’ll learn how to communicate with children through play, strengthen relationships, help children regulate their minds and bodies, and to help them create a safe space to heal. Experience the fun-filled power of play therapy and other expressive arts modalities.

Tammi Van Hollander, LCSW, RPT, will show you how to effectively use sand trays, bibliotherapy, mindfulness, and so many other powerful techniques. Much of this conference will include active learning and hands-on participation. Get ready to learn and have fun!