Play Therapy: An Introduction to Developmental Trauma

Course Description: Play Therapy: An Introduction to Developmental Trauma is a foundational course designed specifically for social work professionals and other mental health practitioners seeking to deepen their knowledge of developmental trauma and its profound impact on individuals throughout their lifespan. Understanding the complexities of developmental trauma is crucial for mental health professionals working with clients who have experienced prolonged trauma in their formative years. This course will provide insights into how such experiences can shape emotional, cognitive, and social functioning, often leading to long-term psychological challenges. This 2.5-credit recorded course offers an overview to equip you with the essential knowledge and tools to address developmental trauma in your practice.

Course Learning Objectives:

1. Describe developmental trauma and its significance for youths receiving play therapy treatment.
2. Identify at least two screening tools to use in play therapy with youth experiencing trauma symptoms.
3. Demonstrate at least two expressive activities to use as creative assessment strategies for developmental trauma.

CE: 2.5  Continuing Education Hours (APT Approved Provider 18-532)

CE Certificates are for Mental Health Professionals Only.

This course is approved for APT recorded non-contact hours in Skills & Methods or Special Populations.

Unicorn Life Training is a subsidiary of Brighter Day Therapeutic Solutions, PLLC. All Unicorn Life Training Live Interactive Webinars are Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Unicorn Life Training Environment aims to:

1. Ensure a non-judgmental, empathetic atmosphere where participants feel comfortable sharing and exploring.
2. Utilize active listening and reflective responses to validate participants’ experiences and feelings.
3. Be mindful of the potential for re-traumatization; offer support and adapt activities as necessary for each participant’s comfort level.
4. Encourage creativity. There is no “wrong” way to engage in therapeutic activities; the focus is on the process and the story behind the creation.

Access to Course & Materials: Participants can download course materials in their account. After registration, a link to the training will be emailed.

This training is approved by APT Approved Provider #18-532 for 2.5 CE recorded non-contact hours. Participants are required to sign in and out of the chat to capture attendance. To receive a CE certificate, participants must complete a training evaluation and pass the post-test with 80% or higher. Participants can retake the post-test as often as needed to receive a pass.

All Rights Reserved! This course is copyrighted by Unicorn Life Training (Brighter Day Therapeutic Solutions), and any use other than personal is prohibited.

Reasonable Accommodations: If you require special accommodation, please email info@unicornlifetraining at least five business days before the training date.

Refund Policy: No refunds are available on recorded courses. Registration is non-transferable.

Financial Declarations: There are no conflicts of interest. Unicorn Life Training (Brighter Day Therapeutic Solutions) and the presenter receive payment through registration fees.

Unicorn Life Training is solely responsible for all aspects of this recorded course.

All grievances should be emailed to grievances@unicornlifetraining.net. One of our grievance committee members will respond within 72 hours to resolve your concerns to the best of our abilities.