Program Purpose:
This training program aims to strengthen and deepen participants’ knowledge and skills in play therapy. Each module guides participants into the depths of play therapy, helping them understand core concepts and enhance their practical applications.
The modules are designed with an interactive, participant-focused approach, allowing participants to transform theoretical knowledge into practical skills. Topics include the origins of play therapy, fundamental principles, and application methods, enabling participants to gain a comprehensive understanding beyond theory.
Participants will explore different types of play therapy, learning how to develop age-appropriate and individualized approaches. Practical skills are also covered, such as organizing a play therapy room, structuring sessions, and communicating effectively with families.
This program ensures that participants not only gain knowledge but also learn to apply it effectively. They will integrate what they learn into daily practice, handling real-world scenarios with confidence. Ultimately, this program provides a solid foundation for specializing in play therapy.
Who Should Attend:
• Psychologists
• Psychological Counselors
• Master’s or Doctorate graduates in Psychology
• Child Development Specialists
• Certified Family Counselors or students in these fields
• Other graduates with relevant experience in related fields may also participate after providing information about their background.
Program Content / Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Play Therapy
• Definition and Importance of Play
• History of Play Therapy
• Notable Play Therapists and Developmental Processes
• Applications and Necessity of Play Therapy
Module 2: Foundations of Play Therapy
• Definition and Boundaries of Play Therapy
• Age Groups and Methods of Work
• Play Therapy Theories and Critiques
• Overview of Different Types of Play Therapy
Module 3: Application of Play Therapy
• Types and Examples of Play Therapy
• Structuring Time and Space
• Play Therapy Room Arrangement
• Child-Centered Play Therapy in Detail
Module 4: Play Therapy Practices
• Filial Play Therapy and Examples
• Session Structuring and Case History Development
• Techniques and Strategies for Working with Families
Module 5: Advanced Play Therapy Practices
• Solution-Focused Play Therapy Approaches
• Collaboration with Parents and School/Preschool Partnerships
• Psycho-educational Process and Application Steps
Module 6: Play Therapy Practicals
• Practical Examples of Play Therapy Approaches
• Games Addressing Attachment, Anger-Aggression, Anxiety, and Fear
• Strategies and Tips for Working with Adolescents
Module 7: Supervision and Evaluation
• Supervision Process and Its Importance
• Case Studies and Video-Based Evaluations
• Child Assessment and Practical Session Structuring
Instructors:
• Psychologist Hacer Karakaş AVCI
• Specialist Pedagogue Hemşin ADIGÜZEL
Training Details:
• Weekday Hours: 18:00 – 22:00
• Weekend Hours: 10:00 – 16:00
• Location: Live Online (Zoom)
• Duration: 32 Hours (Theory + Supervision)
• Fee: 6,500 TL (VAT included)
• Istanbul Aydın University Students: 5,500 TL (VAT included)
Certificate:
• Istanbul Aydın University Rectorate Approved Training Certificate
Contact & Registration:
• Phone: 444 1 428 / 12405
• Mobile: +90 532 334 53 79
• Email: [email protected]
Payment Options:
• Online Payment: http://op.aydin.edu.tr/sem/uzapp/
• Cash or Credit Card at University Campuses
• Bank Transfer / EFT
Bank Account Information:
Republic of Turkey
T.C. İSTANBUL AYDIN ÜNİVERSİTESİ
YAPI KREDİ BANK – Sefaköy Beşyol Branch
Branch Code: 815
Account No: 70356668
IBAN: TR46 0006 7010 0000 0070 3566 68