Children’s Therapy Centre – Live Online Training Event
Post-Traumatic Growth in Children and Young People:
Healing Through the Therapeutic Powers of Play
Facilitator: Sonia Murray
Date: Monday 10th February 2024
Time: 6pm-9pm
Fee: €65
In today’s fast-paced and often challenging world, our understanding of the profound impact trauma can have on children and young people has significantly increased. We now know that traumatic experiences can deeply affect their mental health and development, manifesting in various behavioural and emotional challenges. As clinicians, teachers, therapists, play therapists, social workers and practitioners, it is crucial to equip ourselves with the right tools and knowledge to support these young individuals effectively. The course “Post-Traumatic Growth in Children and Young People: “Healing Through the Therapeutic Powers of Play” is designed specifically to explore this need.
Why do clinicians need this content?
Trauma in childhood can manifest in various ways, from hyperarousal and anxiety to withdrawal and somatisation. Understanding the intricacies of trauma and post-traumatic growth is essential for anyone working closely with children and young people. This course provides a framework that helps professionals identify signs of trauma, understand its impact and utilise play as a powerful therapeutic tool.
What will it help them do?
1. Enhance Understanding: Gain deep insights into different types of trauma, including developmental and secondary trauma. Learn about the concept of post-traumatic growth and how it can be fostered through the therapeutic powers of play.
2. Practical Application: Discover practical strategies for integrating the therapeutic powers of play into your work. Learn how to create a safe and supportive environment where children can express their feelings, process their trauma and embark on a path of healing.
3. Develop Skills: Build essential skills in recognising and responding to trauma-related behaviours. Understand the role of symbolic and posttraumatic play in helping children resolve conflicts and cope with unmet needs.
4. Promote Healing: Learn how to use the therapeutic powers of play to support emotional regulation, enhance resilience and facilitate posttraumatic growth. Understand the importance of maintaining clear expectations and boundaries to provide a sense of safety and control.
Why is it relevant?
With an increasing awareness of the long-term effects of childhood trauma, it is more important than ever for professionals to be equipped with effective, evidence-based interventions. This course is grounded in the latest research and therapeutic practices, offering relevant and practical knowledge that can be immediately applied in your work. Whether you are a teacher, therapist, play therapist, social worker or practitioner, this course will empower you to make a significant difference in the lives of the children and young people you support.
Join us in “Posttraumatic Growth in Children and Young People: Healing Through the Therapeutic Powers of Play” and take a step towards creating a brighter, more resilient future for those affected by trauma. Together, we can help them process, grow and thrive.
What will you need?
• A computer/device with a camera – you will be asked to keep your camera on during the session
• Good internet connection, sound cancelling headset and a private space in which to complete the training
Facilitator:
Sonia Murray holds a Diploma in Social Work and is a BAPT registered Play Therapist. She has thirty years of experience as a practitioner in the fields of child abuse, social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, children’s mental health, childhood trauma, parenting programmes and Play Therapy. Sonia trains nationally and internationally on topics related to Play Therapy, understanding behaviour, play, communicating with children, behaviour management, positive parenting. Her work history includes employment as a childcare Social Worker, parent worker, Play Therapist in Education and Social Care and Health settings. Sonia provides consultation, supervision and training in both statutory and voluntary fields of children and young people’s services. Sonia has also contributed to a number of publications, including The Use of Therapeutic Stories.
Sonia serves on the Board of Directors for British Association of Play Therapists and has been in a variety of capacities including Treasurer and chair of Business and Research sub-committees. Sonia is passionate about understanding children and young people and gains so much from supporting and advising others who are wanting to develop children, young people and families’ lives.
APT Approved Provider 11-294
3 Play Therapy Credit Hours
(Note: Play therapy credit will not be awarded to non-mental health professionals.)
Cancellations: In the event of any cancellation a booking fee of €30 will be retained. Full fee is non refundable in the event of cancellations within 3 weeks of the event.
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