PT 107 Child-Centered Group Play Therapy
CCGPT is based on the belief that children have an innate tendency to express themselves and work through their issues through play. The therapist's role is to create a safe and accepting environment for the child to do so. The group dynamic is an essential aspect of the therapy. Children in the group can interact with one another, providing opportunities for social learning and peer support. The therapist facilitates these interactions and helps children navigate their relationships within the group.
In CCGPT, the therapist is more like a facilitator than a director. The therapist creates an environment where children feel safe to explore and express themselves, encouraging self-discovery and growth.
The course is designed to train students to lead child-centered group play therapy. There are special considerations to be covered in class, such as the role of the therapist, group dynamics and composition, sibling/non-sibling group play therapy, concurrent individual/group play therapy, open/closed group, and stages of group process. Students will gain an understanding of the theoretical foundations, skills, and ethical considerations in working with children through play in a group context.
Course Objectives:
-
To introduce students to the theoretical framework and principles of CCGPT.
-
To develop the skills necessary for conducting CCGPT sessions.
-
To understand the unique dynamics of group play therapy and group process.
-
To explore ethical and cultural considerations in CCGPT.
-
To apply CCGPT techniques through experiential learning and case studies.
Date:
Mar 16, 2024 HKT
(Saturday)
Time:
10:00 am - 1:00 pm,
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
HKT
CE hours: 6 CEs (2 lessons)
Format:
In-Person
Early Bird Fee (before Feb 19):
CDN$650
(Original Fee: CDN$750)
Location:
Kwun Tong
APT Approved Provider:
22-676
Instructor:
Dr. Tom Yuen (PH.D., Registered Psychologist, RPT-S™)
Dr. Tom Yuen is a scholar in counselling education. He possesses a wealth of expertise and is proficient in Chinese and English. He has taught psychotherapy and play therapy in countries like the United States, Canada, and Hong Kong. In recent years, he has dedicated himself to passing down the principles of play therapy to the next generation, presenting it in its true essence through Cantonese.
Remarks:
-
Play therapy credit may be awarded to graduate students enrolled in a graduate mental health program or individuals who hold a graduate mental health degree in counselling, marriage and family therapy, psychiatry, psychology, or social work.
-
To request a refund for registration cancellation, please send a written request to PCPT at info@pcpt.ca. PCPT retains the right to cancel this training in the event of unexpected circumstances. If such a situation arises, PCPT will make efforts to inform registered participants before the event and will provide refunds for all registration, workshop, and continuing education fees. It's important to note that PCPT's liability is restricted to refunding these fees in all cases.
-
Participants must be present and engaged to receive the CE credits and complete the course.
-
Participants must complete the Course Enrollment Form before enrolling in the workshop.
Course Enrollment Form below and JotForm : https://form.jotform.com/infopcpt/course-enrollment-form