Poly Vagal Theory for the
Playroom & Play Therapist
Poly Vagal Theory is the foundation for treating anxiety, panic, OCD, trauma even family therapy in the playroom. Being able to explain how the nervous system works is paramount to ANY mental health work, specifically Play Therapy.
Participate in FUN activities throughout. Be able to explain how attachment, stress hormones, co-regulation, shut down and SO much more impact Play Therapy Clients on a day to day basis and why this is also important to YOU.
Participate in FUN activities throughout. Be able to explain how attachment, stress hormones, co-regulation, shut down and SO much more impact Play Therapy Clients on a day to day basis and why this is also important to YOU.
Friday, December 8, 2023
9:45am to 2pm Eastern
4 APT Live Webinar CEs
4 NBCC CE hours
(both in person & webinar)
50 Total Seats Available
Learning Objectives
Upon the completion of this course, participants will be able to:
✅ Explain the importance of a child’s regulation and attachment in relation to Polyvagal theory
✅ Describe the different parts of the nervous system essential to Polyvagal theory and how it is applicable in play therapy
✅ Identify 6 play therapy interventions for use in different states of nervous system activation in play therapy sessions
✅ Assess the signs and symptoms of different states of nervous system activation
✅ Explain Polyvagal theory basics and play therapy related interventions to parents/caregivers and play therapy clients
STUDENTS: Use Promo Code STUDENT25 to save 25%!
Become the Trusted Play Therapist you Were Meant To Be™
🎨 Participants will be required to create at least one hands on therapeutic art project. Participation is required as we will periodically check to be sure all cameras are on.
🍎 An exam with a passing score of 80% is required for all Virtual Live Webinar & Home Study CEs. Participants may re-take the exam if needed until a passing score of 80% is achieved. All personal info related to our students including email addresses, exam scores, etc remains confidential within the Willow's Crown.
👩🏻💻 Live trainings are video recorded. All who sign up for and participate in live in person or live webinar trainings consent to being video recorded. Participants will have access to the recordings after the event for future reference and are made available for Home Study purchase by others.
Because some live events include private discussion groups, art projects and other activities, some home study recordings will offer a smaller CE value than the original live course.
📖 All training purchases are final. 100% refunds are not issued; however, should the participant wish to cancel the purchased training, 50% of the non-refundable monies may be used towards the purchase of a future training through Willow’s Crown. The purchaser is asked to mention this policy when purchasing the next training in order to receive the fore-mentioned discount. View our Refund/Grievance Policy here.
Association for Play Therapy CE Info:
🌺 Live Webinar: The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is approved by the Association for Play Therapy to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider 19-587. The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is responsible for the program. This workshop meets APT’s definition of Live Webinar. 4 Live Webinar CEs will be awarded upon completion of an exam.
🌼 Live in Person: The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is approved by the Association for Play Therapy to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider 19-587. The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is responsible for the program. 4 CONTACT CEs will be awarded for those who participate during the entire training.
NBCC CE Info:
🎓 The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP No. 7308). Full participation in this training, both live in person and live webinar will be awarded 4 CE.
Programs that do not qualify for APT or NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is responsible for the program.
View our Refund/Grievance Policy here.
🎁 As usual, we will have SAND TRAY MINIATURES to give away as door prizes. Live across the country? No problem! We will mail it right to your doorstep. The fun NEVER ends.
🍎 An exam with a passing score of 80% is required for all Virtual Live Webinar & Home Study CEs. Participants may re-take the exam if needed until a passing score of 80% is achieved. All personal info related to our students including email addresses, exam scores, etc remains confidential within the Willow's Crown.
👩🏻💻 Live trainings are video recorded. All who sign up for and participate in live in person or live webinar trainings consent to being video recorded. Participants will have access to the recordings after the event for future reference and are made available for Home Study purchase by others.
Because some live events include private discussion groups, art projects and other activities, some home study recordings will offer a smaller CE value than the original live course.
📖 All training purchases are final. 100% refunds are not issued; however, should the participant wish to cancel the purchased training, 50% of the non-refundable monies may be used towards the purchase of a future training through Willow’s Crown. The purchaser is asked to mention this policy when purchasing the next training in order to receive the fore-mentioned discount. View our Refund/Grievance Policy here.
Association for Play Therapy CE Info:
🌺 Live Webinar: The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is approved by the Association for Play Therapy to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider 19-587. The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is responsible for the program. This workshop meets APT’s definition of Live Webinar. 4 Live Webinar CEs will be awarded upon completion of an exam.
🌼 Live in Person: The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is approved by the Association for Play Therapy to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider 19-587. The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is responsible for the program. 4 CONTACT CEs will be awarded for those who participate during the entire training.
NBCC CE Info:
🎓 The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP No. 7308). Full participation in this training, both live in person and live webinar will be awarded 4 CE.
Programs that do not qualify for APT or NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Willow’s Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc is responsible for the program.
View our Refund/Grievance Policy here.
🎁 As usual, we will have SAND TRAY MINIATURES to give away as door prizes. Live across the country? No problem! We will mail it right to your doorstep. The fun NEVER ends.
Save Money $$$
About Your Teacher, Gabrielle Anderson, LMFT, RPT-S™
Gabrielle Anderson, LMFT, RPT-S™, the teacher for this training is a previous board member for the Virginia Play Therapy Association. She is a therapist for children, teens and adults and enjoys weaving play therapy and other expressive modalities into sessions when appropriate. Gabrielle also runs supervision groups for those in training to become an RPT™. Reach out to Gabrielle if you wish to inquire about participating.
She is the owner of the Family Therapy Center of Northern Virginia, llc and owner of The WIllow's Crown Meditation Studio and Training Facility, llc. She has a specialty in stress management, anxiety and trauma with her private practice clients and utilizes brain based Mindful Meditation when appropriate. She also teaches virtual meditation to therapists, community members and other adults outside of the counseling practice. Reach out directly to Gabrielle if you wish to participate or to find out more. She can also be reached at 571-733-9736.