Classroom Course » Symbols, Themes and Metaphors in Play and Sandtray Therapies

Dates & Times:
July 01, Monday 12:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Hosted By:
DBH Training Institute

Registration is Closed

Description:

In this workshop, participants will be introduced to various frameworks that will help guide them to develop a better understanding of their clients materials presented in therapy. This will be accomplished through looking at the techniques of sandtray therapy and play therapy.  Emphasis will be placed upon understanding theory and application of presented frameworks in relation to therapy sessions.
Objective:

  1. Identify the value of utilizing play and sandtray therapies with children and adolescents
  2. Define what a theme, symbol, archetype, and metaphor are in therapeutic work
  3. Be able to identify at least three different aspects of sandtrays to consider when interpreting the tray
  4. Identify and define what play themes are utilizing the example of hide-and-seek
Intended Audience:

Mental health professionals who are working with either children or adolescents and want to be able to gain a better understanding of possible interpretations of common symbols and play themes utilized by clients in sessions.
Venue:
DBH 64 New York Avenue NE
Training Room (285E)
2nd Floor
Washington, District of Columbia 20002
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Driving Directions:
64 New York Avenue is located at the intersection of Florida, New York and First Streets, NE. Metro: Take the red line to the Noma/Gallaudet University (previously called New York Avenue) metro stop. Walk west on N Street and turn right at 1st Street NE. Cross over New York Avenue. You will see a large clock tower with the number 64. Enter through the gate and walk toward the first entrance of the building.
Parking:
There is a small parking lot with very limited available spaces. However, there is street parking in the blocks adjacent to 64 NY Avenue, please be mindful of posted restrictions.
Certificates:
APA CE Certificate details
DBH Training Institute Certificate details
Social Work/Counseling CEU Certificate details
Presenters:
Mr. William McNulty 
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