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Description
Foundations in Play Therapy: Child Centered Play Therapy
Child Centered Play Therapy is an ideal approach for those first implementing play therapy as it provides the relationship between therapist and child to hear their worlds through the language of play. This workshop is an introduction to Child Centered Play Therapy for mental health providers. Child Centered Play Therapy is a nondirective theory that guides interactions with the child in the play therapy room. Child Centered Play Therapy allows novice play therapists insight into children’s worlds through the language of play. This workshop will provide the principles and objectives of CCPT. Themes in play will be discussed. Interactive and experiential learning will allow for practice of child centered skills including limit setting, tracking, and reflecting.
Learning Objectives: After this workshop, participants will be able to:
List the objectives of Child Centered Play Therapy
Discuss the basic principles of Child Centered Play Therapy
Identify the use of play themes in Child Centered Play Therapy
Use role play to practice Child Centered Play Therapy skills
Explain therapeutic limit setting in the playroom
Describe ways to engage parents in play therapy
Date: June 9th, 2026 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Time: 9:00AM to 12:00PM Workshop; 12-1 Lunch; 1:00PM to 4:00PM Workshop
Location: Chrysalis Behavioral Health Services and Training Center
1620 16th Ave S.
Fargo, ND 58103
Text when you arrive: (701)260-0713
Investment: $100
Continuing Education: 6 Hours (3 Hours Theory, 3 Hours Skills)
APT Approved Provider 14-371 NDBSWE and NDBCE approved CE
Content level: Beginner
Date & Time
Jan 24 - Jun 9, 2026
Venue Details
Chrysalis Behavioral Health Services and Training Center
1620 16th Avenue SouthFargo, North Dakota 58103
