Enhancing Play Therapy Outcomes Through Caregiver Involvement
Incorporating caregivers into the play therapy process starts at the first contact. Working with caregivers can be challenging for even the most seasoned play therapists. Being able to effectively communicate with caregivers about play therapy and respond therapeutically increases buy-in and engagement. The goal of this workshop will be to reduce barriers to working with caregivers and increase clinician confidence. The workshop will include ways to provide ongoing caregiver consultations, help caregivers tie their goals with what is happening in treatment, including caregivers in conjoint sessions, and build child-caregiver relationships so the benefits of play therapy extend beyond the playroom. Presenters will provide information, lead experiential activities, and engage in group discussions. This workshop is for clinicians of all skill levels.
Presented by:
Ana Guzmán, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Lauren Copenhaver, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Leslie Boutte, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Incorporating caregivers into the play therapy process starts at the first contact. Working with caregivers can be challenging for even the most seasoned play therapists. Being able to effectively communicate with caregivers about play therapy and respond therapeutically increases buy-in and engagement. The goal of this workshop will be to reduce barriers to working with caregivers and increase clinician confidence. The workshop will include ways to provide ongoing caregiver consultations, help caregivers tie their goals with what is happening in treatment, including caregivers in conjoint sessions, and build child-caregiver relationships so the benefits of play therapy extend beyond the playroom. Presenters will provide information, lead experiential activities, and engage in group discussions. This workshop is for clinicians of all skill levels.
Presented by:
Ana Guzmán, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Lauren Copenhaver, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Leslie Boutte, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Incorporating caregivers into the play therapy process starts at the first contact. Working with caregivers can be challenging for even the most seasoned play therapists. Being able to effectively communicate with caregivers about play therapy and respond therapeutically increases buy-in and engagement. The goal of this workshop will be to reduce barriers to working with caregivers and increase clinician confidence. The workshop will include ways to provide ongoing caregiver consultations, help caregivers tie their goals with what is happening in treatment, including caregivers in conjoint sessions, and build child-caregiver relationships so the benefits of play therapy extend beyond the playroom. Presenters will provide information, lead experiential activities, and engage in group discussions. This workshop is for clinicians of all skill levels.
Presented by:
Ana Guzmán, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Lauren Copenhaver, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Leslie Boutte, LPC-S, RPT-S™
Learning Objectives:
Attendees will be able to effectively describe the benefits and process of play therapy to caregivers.
Attendees will be able to apply three strategies for improving the caregiver-therapist alliance.
Attendees will learn how to utilize conjoint play therapy sessions as part of meeting treatment goals.
Friday, August 22, 2025
9:30am to 12:30pm (3 APT In-Person Credit Hours)
Training Schedule:
9:30 a.m. The Importance of the Caregiver Alliance
10:00 a.m. First Contact & Consultations
10:30 a.m. Conjoint Sessions
11:00 a.m. Navigating Complex Caregiver Dynamics
12:00 p.m. Generalizing Gains & Action Planning
White Rock Hills Library* (in person only)
9150 Ferguson Rd, Dallas, TX 75228
*Disclaimer: This event is not sponsored by the Dallas Public Library.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellations and refunds are available 30 days before the date of a training minus a $30 administrative fee.
No refunds are available 29 days before the training.
Refunds cannot be given if you register, but choose not to attend the training.
Registrations may be transferred to another person without penalty only if the original registrant notifies IHCC.
In the unforeseen situation where an event must be canceled, an attempt to notify all registrants will occur by their enrolled email 24-hours prior to the event, if at all possible.
APT Approved Provider #23-688