Service Description

The Introductory Workshop in Gestalt Play Therapy introduces the theoretical principles and clinical skills distinguishing Gestalt Play Therapy from other approaches. This day is experiential and aims to integrate theory with practice while using the tools of expressive play therapy. The emphasis of this program will be on individual psychotherapy and the application of Gestalt Therapy principles represented in the work of Violet Oaklander, Ph. D., author of Windows To Our Children and Hidden Treasure: A Map to the Child’s Inner Self. In this training, we will closely examine those factors that bring about change and growth for a child or adolescent through the therapeutic process of Gestalt Play Therapy. An emphasis in this work will be on the dynamics of the therapeutic relationship as the heart of play therapy. Presenter: Valente Orozco, LCSW, RPT-S CE: 6 hours (Live Webinar) Learning Objectives: Attendees will be able to: 1. Identify at least one way the perspective of Gestalt Play Therapy differs from other approaches to play therapy. 2. Name the elements of the Gestalt Therapy process as developed by Violet Oaklander, Ph. D. 3. Describe the qualities of the dialogic process with children and how this supports the therapeutic relationship. 4. Implement a phenomenological approach when using creative, projective play modalities. 5. Explain the perspective of contact functions and how they are used by children in their daily lives. 6. Demonstrate an understanding of the goals of Gestalt Play Therapy and how it can inform the selection of interventions used in Gestalt Play Therapy. **PACKAGE DISCOUNT** Use coupon code: " 516IntroPackage " to receive $30 off when concurrently registering for Neurobiology of Gestalt Play Therapy training on May 17th, 2025. MUST REGISTER FOR BOTH TRAININGS AT THE SAME TIME.