Theraplay Level 1 & MIM

You will learn:

History, core concepts & evidence base of Theraplay®
The four dimensions of Theraplay®: Structure, Engagement, Nurture & Challenge. Undertake activities for each of the dimensions
Administer the Marshack Interaction Method (MIM) & analyse it at a beginning level
Conduct feedback sessions with parents based upon the MIM analysis
Use the MIM as a guideline for Theraplay® treatment planning
Observe demonstrations of Theraplay® treatment and techniques
Practice Theraplay® activities in dyads
Identify the types of behaviours that require a particular dimension
Utilise the four Theraplay® dimensions to treat the specific needs of a child
How Theraplay® is applied to meet the needs of children with behaviour problems, foster and adopted children, children with ASD, & older children
How to guide parents to participate in a Theraplay® treatment session

This four-day workshop is for practitioners wanting to use Theraplay® Informed Practice in their work and is suitable for practitioners working with children and families ranging from Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Social Workers, Clinical Counsellors, Family Therapists, Counsellors, Play Therapists, Special Education & Early Childhood Specialists, Teachers, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Residential Care Workers and Foster Support Workers.

Participants are referred to the Theraplay® book which underpins the approach (and advised to read chapters 1, 2 & 4 prior to attending).