Approaches to Art and Play Therapy for Educators and the Helping Professions

3 credits

Introduces educators and the helping professions to the foundations of art and play therapy. Exploration in how to create safety and containment, develop the therapeutic relationship, empathic listening and reflecting, and being present for self and another. Examine diversity issues in art and play therapy. Learn how to adapt an art and play therapy approach that augments the practice of educators and those working in the helping professions.