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Mancala in Play Therapy
April 22, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
$60 – $100Mancala in Play Therapy
This workshop will be IN- PERSON. Workshop “Special Topics” category.
Date: April 22, 2023. 9 AM – 1 PM
Description: Taking a basic game and devising a therapeutic application-just what Play Therapists do! In this 4 hour workshop, the presenter will explore how a simple game like Mancala and connecting it to Locus of Control (LOC) is pertinent to the work of the Play Therapist and benefits the client. Whether used with young or old clients, the objectives of this workshop will support the Play Therapist in expanding their knowledge of LOC and applying to their work in the Playroom.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Recitethe definition of Locus of Control, the 2 basic types of locus, and how to identify it in play therapy by using a response worksheet.
- Identify one’s own Locus using an evaluation Scale in Play Therapy.
- Applythe Scale to client s in Play Therapy while incorporating the shift in Scale results when using with ethnic minority clients.
- Utilizethe game of Mancala with an emphasis on connecting choice and consequence in Play Therapy.
- Identifythe 4 Lessons of Mancala used in Play Therapy to increase levels of beneficial Locus.
PRESENTER: Terri Courtney-Miller, MS, LPC, RPT-S
“Psychotherapy became a life focus after living much life. It all began when KICK Radio played my favorite hits on a transistor radio hidden under my pillow at night when I should have been sleeping.” -Terri Courtney-Miller
Terri provides a nonjudgmental ear to assist in identifying options with my clients who strive for emotional and mental health. As a proud Citizen Potawatomi Nation tribal member, Terri enjoys special focus, training and awareness of multicultural issues. Terri helps individuals across the lifespan heal and develop healthy skills to live by assisting them in having their voices heard within the family unit, the community and the criminal justice system when necessary.
CEUs: 4 contact (Play Therapy Approved)
COST (PER DAY):
Early Bird Member (purchased before March 23, 2023 at 1159 PM): $77
Early Bird Non Member (purchased before March 23, 2023 at 1159 PM): $90
Student: $60 *with transcript
Member (purchased on or after March 24, 2023): $87
Non Member (purchased on or after March 24, 2023): $100
LOCATION:
This will be held in person.
Saturday, April 22nd.
The Library Center
4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, MO 65810
AGENDA:
8:30am-9am Registration
9am-10:30am Workshop
10-30-10:40 am Break
11:40pm-1:00pm Workshop
**Cancellation policy:
Refunds will be given for paid continuing education training cancelled by MAPT and for when MAPT relocates training to another region of the state. For attendees who cancel 48 hours prior to the start of the training, a MAPT CREDIT will be provided to attendees for the amount paid, and can be used at a future MAPT training.
.APT Provider Number: 08-223