FREE LIVE EVENT! | Healing Through the Therapeutic Power of Play

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 “Posttraumatic 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 posttraumatic growth is essential for anyone working closely with children and young people. This course provides a comprehensive 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 posttraumatic 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.