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The University of Maryland School of Social Work Office of Continuing Professional Education is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs and maintains full responsibility for this program. We are also approved to offer CE to Licensed Counselors and Psychologists. Clinicians in other states should verify with their licensing Board. For any questions, comments or concerns, please email cpe@ssw.umaryland.edu

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S25-105 Breaking Barriers: Resistance in Play Therapy

Total Credits: 3 Category I CEs

Categories:: 100 Children & Adolescents
Instructor:: Kristian Owens, LCSW-C, CPT-C, RPT
Course Levels:: Intermediate
Duration:: 3 Hours 15 Minutes
Target Audience:: Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists

Dates

Event Dates

Wed, May 28, 2025 - 09:00am to 12:15pm EDT

is $70.00 ~~Price reduced from Late Fee pricing 90.00~~

Description

This workshop is designed for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their skills in play therapy when working with resistant parents and children. Resistance can present unique challenges in therapeutic settings, hindering progress and communication. Through a combination of theoretical exploration, experiential activities, and case studies, participants will gain practical tools to break through resistance and create meaningful connections with their clients.

Participants will delve into the nuances of play therapy, exploring how to tailor interventions to the unique needs of resistant clients. The workshop will provide a safe space for learning and experimentation, allowing attendees to practice and refine their skills in a supportive environment. Cultural competence and collaborative approaches with parents will be emphasized, ensuring that participants leave with practical skills to apply in their own practice.

This workshop is in accordance and compliance with the NASW standards with a focus on the principles of service, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, and competence; and the standard of responsibilities to clients, and as professionals.

Maryland: This workshop is in compliance with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ COMAR 10.42.03.06.A(5).

District of Columbia: This workshop is in compliance with the District of Columbia Board of Social Work 17-70-7008.4.

Instructor

Kristian Owens, LCSW-C, CPT-C, RPT Related Seminars and Products

Therapy

Kristian Owens is the Owner/CEO of Resilient Child Therapy Institute, LLC, where she provides brain-body based psychotherapy and integrative wellness services to children and families impacted by trauma and loss. She also has a special interest in training and supporting clinicians in their clinical work with Communities of Color. Ms. Owens is a licensed clinical social worker and supervisor in Maryland, a certified yoga teacher, certified Reiki Master, and a play and expressive arts therapy enthusiast.

Agenda & Learning Objectives

AGENDA:

8:50 am – 9 am

Log on 

9 am - 10:30 am

Historical Perspectives, Manifestations of Resistance, Rethinking Resistance

10:30 am - 10:45 am

Break

10:45am – 12:15 pm

Strategies for Addressing Resistance, Resistance in the Context of Cultural Diversity, Case Study/Discussion

12:15

Adjournment

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Identify common signs and manifestations of resistance in the therapeutic process.
Develop strategies for establishing and strengthening therapeutic alliances with resistant parents and children through play.
Explore a variety of creative and play therapy interventions designed to engage resistant parents and children in the therapeutic process.
Develop strategies for involving resistant parents in the therapeutic journey of their children.
Address cultural considerations and diversity in the context of play therapy with resistant clients.

Bibliography & References

BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES

VanFleet, R. (2000). Understanding and overcoming parent resistance to play therapy. International Journal of Play Therapy, 9(1), 35–46

Malchiodi, C. A., & Crenshaw, D. A. (2017). What to do when children clam up in psychotherapy: Interventions to facilitate communication. The Guilford Press.

Brumfield, K. A. (2021). Working with parents in child-centered play therapy: Applying the discrimination model to caregiver support. In L. J. Fazio-Griffith & R. Marino (Eds.), Techniques and interventions for play therapy and clinical supervision (pp. 133–153). Information Science Reference/IGI Global.

Stulmaker, H. L., & Jayne, K. M. (2018). Child-centered play therapy parent consultation model: Clinical implementation and implications. Journal of Child and Adolescent Counseling, 4(1), 3–19.

Ray, D.C, Ogawa, Y., & Cheng, Y. (2022). Multicultural Play Therapy: Making the Most of Cultural Opportunities with Children. Routledge.

Course Completion & CE Information

Category I Maryland BSWE Requirement

The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University Of Maryland School Of Social Work is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs. This workshop qualifies for {3} Category I Continuing Education Units. The Office of Continuing Professional Education is also authorized by the Maryland Board of Psychologists and the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors to sponsor Category A continuing professional education.

Please refer to the tab "Live Interactive Webinar Policies & FAQs" for UMSSW Office of CPE policies regarding all live interactive webinar related matters.

Evaluation

Participants will have access to the evaluation after attendance has been verified. Evaluations will be available for one (1) week after the workshop has ended.

After one (1) week, participants will no longer have access to the evaluation and will have to contact CPE about reactivation.

Target Audience

Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists

We welcome anyone interested in the topic!

Late Fees and Refunds

The base price is $70 which includes CE credit.

Late Fee: On 5/14/2025, a non-refundable late fee of $20 is added to the base price. Late fees cannot be refunded or applied to account credit.

Cancellations: **ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.**

Cancellations must be received 24 hours in advance prior to the workshop to receive a refund or an account credit.

Live Interactive Webinar Platforms

LIVE INTERACTIVE WEBINAR PLATFORMS

The Office of Continuing Professional Education hosts Live Interactive Webinars through Zoom. This platform offers a high quality and user-friendly webinar platform for our registrants.

System Requirements:

Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher; MacOS 9 or higher; Android 4.0 or higher.
Internet Browser: Google Chrome; Firefox 10.0 or higher.

Our system is not compatible with the Safari web browser.

Broadband Internet Connection: Cable, High-speed DSL and any other medium that is internet accessible.

**Please have your device charging at all times to ensure that your device does not lose power during the webinar.

Course Interaction Requirements:

To participate in Live Interactive Webinars, you MUST have a device that allows you to view the presentation on screen and hear the instructor at all times. We do not allow participants to call-in from their phones or mobile devices and solely listen to the presentation. Participation in Live Interactive Webinars is mandatory.

Code of Conduct

The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University of Maryland School of Social Work adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics. This policy is to ensure that the training environment for social work professionals remains respectful, productive, and conducive to learning. Disruptive behavior that interferes with the learning process, disrupts the training experience for others, or undermines the integrity of the program will not be tolerated.

Expectations for Participant Engagement:

In alignment with the NASW Code of Ethics and the University of Maryland Baltimore Code of Conduct, participants are expected to demonstrate professionalism, which includes respecting confidentiality, maintaining a collaborative and respectful tone, and contributing positively to the group dynamic. Disclosures made during the training (e.g., case studies or personal reflections) must be handled with care and in accordance with ethical and legal guidelines.

All participants in the training program are expected to:

Engage actively in the learning process and show respect for the opinions and contributions of others.
Demonstrate professionalism in both attitude and behavior, maintaining respect for instructors, peers, and the training environment.
Maintain open communication by expressing concerns or disagreements constructively and respectfully.
Follow the guidelines and expectations provided by instructors and facilitators.
Support a collaborative learning environment where all participants feel valued and safe to contribute.

Instructors and CPE staff reserve the right to dismiss participants who do not adhere to ethical/professional principles and standards. If removed, CEs will be adjusted to reflect the time attended, unless otherwise specified.

Webinar Policies & FAQs

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ADA Accommodations

If you are requesting ADA accommodations, please contact our office via email at least two weeks prior to the workshop date. Requests after that date may not be fulfilled.

Our email address is cpe@ssw.umaryland.edu.

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