Helping a child heal involves helping them be themselves. One of the best ways to foster this type of environment is to cultivate safety. The therapist knowing the playroom is safe is not enough; the child must know it, too. This course explores what a neuroception of safety is and how to create it within [...]

Divorce. The “D” word. The end of the marital road. A happily ever after run amok. It’s something that often gets a bad rap, especially when we think of the children stuck in the middle. But divorce, while it can be devastating to some kids, can also be a relief for others. Children’s perceptions are [...]

Every therapist has been there – in a session with a child who doesn’t want to come in the room, a child who doesn’t want to do the task, a child who only wants to avoid the issue. This course explores what to do when a child client’s language and behavior say “no.” Join us [...]

Aggression and death are common parts of the play therapy process, yet many therapists don’t have a clear understanding of what to do and how to facilitate intensity. This can lead to inadvertently promoting aggression and low brain disorganization. It can also lead to the therapist feeling beat up, exhausted, and hyper-aroused, ultimately impacting their [...]

This course supports play therapists as they learn about setting boundaries from a neurobiological perspective, keeping the child’s brain and nervous system activation in mind! Drawing from Interpersonal Neurobiology and Synergetic Play Therapy®, participants will learn how to set boundaries without shaming the child or stopping the child’s play, allowing for deeper integration and connection. [...]

From twelve-year-olds to seniors in high school, adolescence is a time filled with change. This can make the notion of bringing play therapy to this population a challenge. Do we play? Do we talk? Do I ask questions? What do I do?" As such, many therapists find themselves at a loss with this age group, [...]

We live in a technological age: there is no pacifying Pac-Man, no axing Apple. But screen time doesn't always mean zoning out. In moderation, Mickey Mouse and Mario can be our allies, helping children better connect to the world around them. This webinar explores the therapeutic value of screen time and how to use it [...]

Research in neuroscience and interpersonal neurobiology sheds light on the need for the play therapist to act as the external regulator supporting the child to move towards the intensity they are experiencing allowing for integration. This 3-hour home study course explores this need during trauma integration for two primary reasons: 1) The child need to [...]

As play therapists, we are often searching for ways to help our clients regulate their emotions and body. This webinar explores how therapists can use yoga to increase their ability to connect with themselves and their clients while facilitating the regulation of emotions and body during play therapy sessions. Lisa welcomes Kelly Miller, founder of [...]

Lisa Dion and Dr. Robert Jason Grant (creator of Autplay) discuss what Sensory Processing Disorder is, how to begin to understand it in the context of play therapy and offer helpful suggestions for therapists to get started. Sensory Processing Disorder in the Playroom Learning Objectives: Describe how sensory processing disorder is diagnosed Explain what is [...]

Eating challenges in children can show up in many ways. From the refusal to eat to eating too much, underneath often lies the need for perfectionism and control. Helping kids take these challenges off their plates involves offering choices and uncovering co-existing issues, as well as providing parental support. This course takes a look at [...]

Welcome to the Advanced Self Mastery Program! We would like to welcome you to the Advanced Self Mastery Program where you will spend 4 days live and in-person with your fellow Certified SPTers delving deeper into yourself. That’s right! These 4 days are just for you- not for your clients, for you. (Although we do [...]

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) can be a part of growing up. But how can we help turn these obstacles into opportunities for growth and resilience and apply this knowledge to the play therapy process? In this webinar, Lisa is joined with Erin Bennetts, Registered Play Therapy Supervisor, Certified Synergetic Play Therapist/Supervisor and also trained in [...]

WELCOME to your Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy® Consultation Guidebook This guidebook has been created to help you navigate your role as consultant during your Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy programs. Please take the time to look through all of the information below to familiarize yourself with the content.   This guidebook is intended to be [...]

WELCOME BACK! Hello SPTer! It is so good to be connected to you again!  Thank you for all you are doing out in the world and for coming back to this program to renew your SPT credential, so that you can continue your journey as a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist or Certified Synergetic Play Provider. [...]

WELCOME to the 6-month Online Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy® program! I am so glad that you have chosen to sign up for this program and that we will have a chance to learn and grow together for the next six months. In order to help you get started, please read through this message (I [...]

WELCOME to your Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy Consultation Guidebook This guidebook has been created to help you navigate your role as consultant during your Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy programs. Please take the time to look through all of the information below to familiarize yourself with the content.   This guidebook is intended to be [...]

Welcome to Ethical Issues in Play Therapy Supervision with the fabulous Liliana Baylon, LMFT-S and RPT-S! During this course, Liliana will support you as you learn (or are reminded of) how to manage both the administrative and clinical aspects of play therapy supervision while adhering to general ethical guidelines. You will hear the answers to [...]

Woohoo! We get to keep your momentum going together!   Thank you so much for signing up for the 2024 Business of Therapy Accountability Group! Because here's what we know, no matter where you are in your journey, you can do anything when you feel truly inspired and it is in line with your highest values/priorities, [...]

Hello and YAY! Welcome to the Synergetic Play Therapy® Certification Learning Retreats. We are excited that you have decided to join us as part of the alumni community of Certified SPTers. For some of you, this is your first time joining us in an online retreat format and some of you are back for more. [...]