Course curriculum

    1. Why Art?

    2. Gestalt Theory & Play Therapy

    1. Breathing Techniques

    2. Practice Peace

    3. Bilateral Stimulation

    4. Mindfulness and Your 5 Senses

    5. Emotional Freedom Technique

    1. Miniatures Tell A Story

    2. Assignment: Past, Present, Future

    1. The Gestalt Projective Process

    2. Scribble Art

    3. Assignment: Scribble Art

    4. Family Portraits

    5. Mindfulness Lemonade

    6. Assignment: Mindfulness Lemonade

    1. Telehealth Resources

    2. References

    3. Post-Test

    4. Evaluation

About this course

  • $60.00
  • 3 CE Hours

Course Description

In this course, participants will learn about the principles of Gestalt Play Therapy and how it can be used to facilitate healing through accessing the subconscious. Through a combination of instruction, hands-on, and experiential exercises, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to incorporate EFT, BLS, and mindfulness techniques after expressive art interventions to promote insight, self-awareness, and healing in clients. Participants will learn new art interventions that the presenter created that incorporate mindfulness and BLS which assist with grounding and instilling a positive belief about the client’s experiences. The presenter will teach the participants how to use these techniques with their clients in future sessions. By the end of the presentation, participants will have gained new insights and practical tools for incorporating Gestalt Play Therapy into their counseling practice to promote healing through the subconscious.

Eligible  Hours:  

NBCC - 3 Home Study/On-demand CE Hours
APT - 3 Non Contact CE Hours



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.



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.

Instructor(s)

Lisa Parsons

M.Ed, LPCC-S RPT-S

Lisa Parsons is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor (LPCC-S) and a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S) practicing in Berea, KY. Lisa is certified in the following:EMDR, AutPlay, Animal-Assisted Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Theraplay Level One. Lisa is TF-CBT Trained with supervision and Gottman Level 2 Trained. Lisa is also the proud owner of Parsons Counseling & Play Therapy Center located in Berea, KY and Richmond, KY. Lisa specializes in working with children through adults with emphasis on attachment, trauma, and strengthening families.

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