Description:

Join us in participating in an engaging and interactive workshop centered around the essential practice of self-care and self-compassion for play therapists. As professionals in the field, play therapists possess a remarkable ability to extend compassion to their clients. However, the application of self-compassion for ourselves can prove to be a more challenging endeavor. This workshop is designed to equip play therapists with the tools and insights necessary to cultivate mindfulness and self-compassion, ultimately enhancing their own well-being and effectiveness.

During the workshop, we will delve into the significance of mindfulness and self-compassion, exploring their integration within the context of play therapist self-care. Through a series of comprehensive activities, including creative expression, guided mindfulness self-compassion meditation, and the practice of Focusing developed by Eugene Gendlin, participants will be guided to connect with their inner selves and explore the space known as the "felt sense."

Prior to the workshop, a comprehensive list of materials required for the various activities will be sent via email to all participating play therapists. By actively engaging in this workshop, play therapists will gain valuable insights, essential skills, and a renewed sense of purpose in providing effective care to their clients and themselves alike. We look forward to welcoming you to this transformative learning experience

Learning Objectives

Participants will:

• Recognize and understand the signs of burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma commonly experienced by play therapists, thereby fostering greater self-awareness and prevention.
• Demonstrate practical knowledge and expertise in six creative interventions tailored to nurture the play therapist's self-care and self-compassion practice effectively.
• Facilitate the development of personalized self-care action plans, empowering each play therapist to establish sustainable practices for their overall well-being and professional growth.