Advanced Adlerian Play Therapy
April 4 & 5, 2025 | In Person, Las Cruces, NM
Playful Foundations: Deepening Your Adlerian Journey
Continue your exploration into Adlerian Play Therapy with our second session, "Playful Foundations: Deepening Your Adlerian Journey." This day builds on the introductory principles from the first session, focusing on refining and expanding your understanding and skills. You'll dive deeper into the therapeutic strategies that make Adlerian methods effective, particularly in fostering self-awareness, self-esteem, and social interest in child clients.
Engage in interactive role-play exercises to practice establishing and maintaining therapeutic relationships using Adlerian techniques. We'll also discuss how to create an inviting and supportive play therapy environment that aligns with Adlerian values. By the end of this session, you'll have a robust toolkit for developing comprehensive case conceptualizations and plans for ongoing professional development in Adlerian Play Therapy.
Introduction to Adlerian Play Training Objectives:
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Integrate advanced Adlerian techniques into play therapy sessions aimed at deeper psychological issues.
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Utilize complex case studies to refine technique application and adapt interventions to diverse client needs.
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Conduct mock therapy sessions to demonstrate advanced Adlerian play therapy skills in real-time.
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Assess and adjust therapeutic approaches based on client progress and specific challenges in play therapy.
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Explore the ethical considerations in practicing Adlerian play therapy with different populations.
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Critically analyze peer-delivered Adlerian play therapy sessions to enhance personal practice and feedback skills.
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Lead discussions on modifications of Adlerian techniques for various age groups and developmental stages.
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Implement a multi-session play therapy plan using Adlerian methods, documented from start to finish.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of different Adlerian interventions through outcome-based measures.
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Develop a personal action plan for integrating Adlerian play therapy techniques into daily practice.
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Participate in peer supervision groups to discuss challenges and successes in Adlerian play therapy.
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Present a final case study incorporating all learned Adlerian techniques, receiving structured feedback from instructors and peers.
Presenter
A self-described geek, Maria Laquerre-Diego, LMFT, RPT-S is a CEO and Owner who is committed to increasing access to mental health services and breaking down the stigma surrounding therapy services. As a therapist turned CEO, Maria has developed a unique perspective when it comes to mental health and the barriers surrounding mental health treatment. Influenced by her time at New Mexico State University in the Family and Consumer Science department, and University of New Hampshire’s Marriage and Family Therapy department, Maria has turned her dedication to giving back and supporting future generations of therapists.
In addition to supporting mental health providers, Maria takes an active role in addressing the continued stigma of mental health services through the use of pop culture – everything from movies and television shows to superheroes and Disney characters. Maria has spoken about mental health at several local events, has served as an officer on professional boards and has provided training to clinicians all over the country.
Details & Registration
Date: January 10 & 11, 2025
Location: A New Hope Academy Conference Room (MST Timezone)
Located inside A New Hope Therapy Center
715 E Idaho Ste 2B, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Pricing:
$300 Early Bird Pricing
$350 Regular Pricing
$150 Student Pricing
*Pricing includes CE Certificate
Schedule:
8:45
Check In/Sign in
9:00
Presentation Begins
10:30
15 Minute Break
12:00-1:30
Lunch Break
2:45
15 Minute Break
5:00
Presentation Ends
Of note: This is an in person training. Please dress comfortable, layers are suggested as our room can be chilly in the morning. You are welcome to bring your refillable water bottle or coffee cup - we have a water station and a Keurig for your use! We will have light refreshments available, however if you have food sensitivities, please feel free to bring your own!
This training will provide 12 CE Credits. A New Hope Therapy Center, our sister organization and partner for trainings and workshops, is an Approved Provider for the Association for Play Therapy (APT) - Approved Provider 20-631 and Maria Laquerre-Diego is an Approved Provider for the NM Counseling and Therapy Practice Board CCE020981