This one-hour home study course explores how suicidal ideation may present in play therapy with children and how therapists can support children and their parents when these concerns arise.
Participants will learn to recognize suicidal ideation in play therapy sessions, identify play themes that may emerge, and explore practical approaches for working with children and parents. The course also highlights the healing potential of embodied self-compassion, offering a framework for understanding what may be happening in the playroom and supporting therapists in feeling more equipped to navigate this challenging work.
Presenter
Lisa Dion, LPC, RPT-S, is an international teacher, creator of Synergetic Play Therapy, founder and President of the Synergetic Play Therapy Institute.
Why Add SPT to Your Practice?
“I personally took a lot out of this [program], not all of it was new, but what was new was extremely useful and impactful. What wasn’t new was an excellent reminder to go back to my roots of attachment and emotional work when working with children just like I have worked with youth and adults over the years but in a slightly different context. My entire team has felt the positive impact of this training on our work and we are very happy that we all did it at the same time. We will be able to continue to practice it together and that is very exciting.”
“This experience has been validating to my entire human experience, and offered a clear framework to better connect with myself, client, and world! I know this was only the tip of the iceberg into integrating these powerful concepts, and I’m so hooked, I’ve already signed up for certification to continue my journey!”
“It’s been over 2 years since I took the Synergetic Play Therapy [program]. One of the best choices I’ve ever made. The magnitude of deeply attuning with our clients…and ourselves…is immeasurable!”
