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Saturday 29th March August on-campus at Whitelands College, Univeristy of Roehampton

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Please note that courses will be subject to recruitment. If the course does not go ahead, the University will not be liable for any costs incurred, you will be issued a full refund.

This one day workshop will introduce participants to some of the....

Course Description

Play Therapy is an effective psychological treatment for a wide range of child mental health difficulties and stressful life experiences. It has existed as a distinct discipline since the 1940’s, emerging from child psychotherapeutic practice and the humanistic psychology tradition. In this introduction you will experience key aspects of play therapy practice

This course is suitable for individuals considering taking up professional training in Play Therapy as well as professionals who are already working with children e.g. social workers, occupational/speech therapists, mental health professionals, residential workers etc. No previous experience of Play Therapy is necessary but a willingness and enthusiasm for play is very much welcomed