Parsons Counseling Training Institute

Embark on a journey of professional growth and empowerment with our immersive 12-hour training tailored for counselors specializing in young children aged 0-5.

This transformative experience goes beyond theory, offering hands-on techniques grounded in attachment theory, Developmental Play Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Training/Filial Therapy, and the Oaklander Model.

This training is not merely an educational opportunity; it's a stepping stone to confidently and effectively impacting the well-being of our youngest clients, with a special emphasis on collaborating with parents as essential partners.

Gain the skills and confidence needed to make a profound difference in the lives of your youngest clients.

Objectives: 

1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the 6 dimensions of the Building Blocks of Play model (Touch, Move, Connect, Explore, Empower, and Partner) and how to integrate them into play-based interventions for early childhood clients effectively.

2. Identify and discuss common reasons parents struggle with setting limits and provide strategies for addressing these challenges using the principles of Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) principles and psycho-educational options.

3.  Apply knowledge and skills in working with the early childhood population and their parents using play therapy, including understanding developmental milestones, age-appropriate play-based interventions, and strategies for promoting parent-child relationships through play therapy.

4. Utilize Play Therapy techniques to increase clients' ability to form secure attachments through the use of nurturing touch and engaging movement activities, promoting emotional regulation and a sense of safety.

5. Develop proficiency in facilitating connection and social-emotional growth through games, collaborative play, and other activities that foster positive relationships and interpersonal skills in Play Therapy.

6. Discuss Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) language and techniques while setting appropriate limits using the ACT (Acknowledge, Communicate, Target) approach, ultimately partnering with parents to reduce behavioral outbursts and strengthen family relationships.

Dates and CE HOURS:

Friday, September 12th, and Saturday, September 13th, 2025

12 CE hours for NBCC and APT. 

Work toward becoming a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) by attending this conference. Visit www.a4pt.org for more information.

Provider Information:

Parsons Counseling Training Institute has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7101. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Parsons Counseling Training Institute is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Parsons Counseling, LLC has been approved by APT as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, APT No. 17-496. Programs that do not qualify for APT credit are clearly identified. Parsons Counseling, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

If you have any questions regarding continuing education, the program, grievance issues, or learning objectives, please contact the Training Institute Coordinator at 859-985-7862 or by emailing [email protected].

Cancellations with 14 or more days' notice will receive a full refund minus a $25 administrative fee. Cancellations with less than 14 days' notice will not be refunded. A 50% credit towards a future trainings may be applied at discretion  of the training coordinator. Bundled or discounted registrations are non-refundable.