Consultation in Play Therapy: The Art of Empowering Change
 
Date: Monday, December 2nd, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM- 12:30 PM (EST)
Fee: $175
Presented by: Ashley E.A. Lawton, MS, LMHC, NCC, RPT-S, CCPT-S
 
Overview:

In this live webinar mental health professionals, counselors, and play therapists will explore the essential role of consultation in the transformative process of play therapy. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of how to use consultation as a powerful tool to support children and their families in navigating emotional, behavioral, and social challenges. The webinar will focus on practical strategies for effective communication and collaboration with parents, caregivers, and other professionals involved in the child's care. Through case examples and interactive discussions, attendees will discover how to create a therapeutic alliance, apply play therapy techniques, and utilize consultation to empower children towards positive change. Whether you're an experienced therapist or new to the field, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and skills to enhance your consultation practice and better serve your clients and their families/caregivers.

Objectives:

1. Describe how consultation contributes to the therapeutic process, enhancing collaboration between therapists, families, and other professionals involved in a child’s care.

2. Identify at least 3 strategies and best practices for conducting successful consultations with parents, caregivers, and other professionals in order to support the child’s therapeutic progress.

3. Demonstrate how consultation can be applied effectively in diverse play therapy scenarios, enhancing problem-solving and intervention planning.
 
About the Presenter:
Ashley Lawton is the Director at Integrative Counseling Services. She has several postgraduate certifications in working with children using Play Therapy and additional training in working with traumatized populations. Ashley has presented on various Play Therapy topics, often relating to grief and loss. She is a board member of Friends of Hospice in Oswego County. At Integrative Counseling Services Ashley provides counseling to adolescents and young adults, as well as Play Therapy to children. When not working Ashley enjoys spending time with her two children, being outdoors, and can often be found with a good book.
 
Continuing Education:
 
Integrative Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. Our provider number is MHC-0085. Continuing education credits are free for licensed mental health counselors.
 
Integrative Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers: Our provider number is SW-0308. Continuing education credits are free for social workers.
 
Integrative Counseling Services, PLLC is approved by The Association for Play Therapy to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. Our provider number is 06-168. Integrative Counseling Services, PLLC maintains responsibility for the program. 
 
Workshop Purchase Disclaimer:
 
Thank you for your interest in our workshop! Please note that by purchasing a ticket in advance, you agree to receive communications from Integrative Counseling Services regarding event updates and information.
We aim to ensure that all attendees receive timely communication leading up to the workshop. If you have purchased a ticket and have not received an email with event details at least one week before the scheduled date, please contact us at Integrative Counseling Services by calling 315.342.9255.
While we strive to deliver all correspondence promptly, please understand that external factors beyond our control may affect email delivery. Integrative Counseling Services shall not be held responsible if you do not receive correspondence and fail to reach out to us within the specified timeframe.
 
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