Adjusting Play Therapy for Children Aged 3-4 years

Children under the age of 4 years are in a critical window of brain development and do not have the neurological structures needed to benefit from traditional non-directive play therapy models.

Early years mental health treatments will typically and appropriately emphasise a preference for dyadic psychotherapy to include the parent/caregiver, aiming to address the parent-child relationship through attachment focused work. Sometimes this isn’t an option, whether due to parental capacity or a lack of qualified practitioners.

This refresher session will explore the unique requirements of this age group and the ‘why’ and ‘how’ play therapists need to adapt their presence and engagement. We will highlight the importance of engaging parents/caregivers in the therapeutic process when they are not able to participate fully in parent-child dyadic clinical sessions.

About 

• This live online session wil be recorded. Participants unable to join the live event may sign up and will have access to a recording following the event. 
• Participants will be invited to join an Event Group where they will get access to the Handout and a recording of the session. 

Booking and Cancellations Policy

Cancellations

• Participants must advise PIP Solutions Training Limited of a cancellation in writing.
• If a participant does not advise of a cancellation in writing before the date of the course presentation, the full course fee will be payable.
• If a participant cancels a booking 14 calendar days or more before the date of the course, 50% of the course fee will still be payable.
• If a participant cancels a booking less than 14 calendar days before the date of the course,100% of the course fee will be payable.

Transfers

• It is possible to transfer only once to another course.
• Transfers can only be made to a course (of the same title) where there are still places available.
• If you can no longer attend a course date, you can nominate another person to attend the same course in your place. This will incur no charge.
• Transfers requested up to 14 calendar days before the course will be free of charge. After that time, transfers will be subject to a 25% administration fee.

Cancelled courses

• PIP Solutions Training Limited has the right to cancel a training after acceptance of payment. If the event is postponed and a new date rescheduled, your booking will be automatically transferred.
• If you are not able to attend, you will be reimbursed in full for any course fees paid and PIP Solutions Training Limited’s liability will be limited to the value of the course fees paid.