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LIVE: Intro to Child-Centered Play Therapy

June 11, 2026  |  9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pacific

Register | $100 USD Purchase for a Group
Presented By Lauren Chase, PhD
Lauren Chase, PhD

June 11, 2026
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pacific

2 Hours | 2 CEs

$125 Registration | $100 Early Registration (through June 4th) | Live Virtual Training via Zoom

Lauren Chase, PhD, presents a live virtual professional training program on Intro to Child-Centered Play Therapy.

Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) is a developmentally responsive, evidence-based intervention designed to help children express themselves, process experiences, and build resilience through the therapeutic power of play. Grounded in person-centered theory, CCPT emphasizes the child’s innate capacity for growth when provided with a safe, accepting, and understanding environment.

This introductory training will familiarize participants with the theoretical foundations, goals, and core skills of CCPT. Participants will learn about the therapist’s role as a facilitator of self-expression and emotional regulation, and how CCPT can address a wide range of childhood concerns, including anxiety, grief, trauma, and behavioral difficulties. Emphasis will also be placed on promoting equity, inclusion, and cultural sensitivity within the playroom.

The training will balance didactic instruction with interactive demonstrations, case examples, and opportunities for reflection, equipping participants with practical skills they can begin to integrate into their clinical practice. This workshop is ideal for clinicians seeking a foundational understanding of CCPT and its value in supporting the mental health of children and adolescents.

Training Intended Audience:

  • Career Stage: Early-career to mid-career professionals seeking training in play therapy interventions
  • Specialty Areas: Child & adolescent counseling, school-based counseling, clinical mental health counseling
  • Work Environments: Private practice, schools, community mental health agencies, and hospital outpatient programs

    • Intended Audience

    This live program is intended for mental health and other allied professionals.

    Experience Level

    This live program is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.

    CE / CPD Credit

    APA, ASWB, CPA, NBCC: Click here for state and other regional board approvals.

    Presented By

    Lauren Chase, PhD

    Dr. Lauren Chase is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Perinatal Mental Health-Certified (PMH-C) specialist. She is the founder of Climbing Hills Counseling, where she provides therapy for children, adolescents, and high-achieving women. With expertise in play therapy, child development...

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    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion of this program you will be able to:

    Describe the theoretical foundations of Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) within humanistic and developmental frameworks

    Describe four core skills and attitudes necessary for effective CCPT practice (e.g., tracking, reflecting feelings, limit setting)

    Describe three therapeutic benefits of CCPT for children experiencing emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges

    Describe three cultural considerations and the role of equity and inclusion in the practice of CCPT

    Describe an understanding of how CCPT can be integrated into a broader treatment plan

    Describe CCPT principles to two case examples involving common child and adolescent presenting issues (e.g., anxiety, grief, family transitions)

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