Parsons Counseling Training Institute

Art, Play, and Healing Part 2: Processing Art

This advanced 6-hour training builds upon the foundations of the Oaklander Model, focusing specifically on the vital process of working with and processing children's artwork in therapy. Participants will learn sophisticated techniques for understanding, discussing, and utilizing the artistic expressions of their young clients to deepen therapeutic work and facilitate healing.

Objectives

• Develop skills in analyzing and processing children's artwork within a therapeutic context.
• Learn effective play therapy techniques for engaging children in meaningful discussions about their artwork while maintaining therapeutic rapport.
• Master strategies for documenting and tracking therapeutic progress through children's artistic expressions over time.