Let’s Play: Directive Play Therapy Techniques - Mankato

Join us for an engaging, practical workshop that will enhance your ability to guide children through the therapeutic process using directive play therapy.

Designed for those looking to expand their therapeutic toolkit, this session provides an in-depth exploration of how directive play therapy can help children address emotional, social, and behavioral challenges through structured activities. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the differences of a non-directive and directive play therapy approach, and learn how to apply a variety of techniques to guide children in exploring and resolving difficulties. The workshop will cover the nature and purpose of directive play therapy, focusing on interventions like role-playing, storytelling, art, and games, while providing practical tools for assessing and managing the therapeutic process.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the Nature and Purpose of Directive Play Therapy:

   • Define directive play therapy and differentiate it from non-directive…