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In today's fast-paced and often challenging world, our understanding of the profound impact trauma can have on children and young people has significantly increased. We now know that traumatic experiences can deeply affect their mental health and development, manifesting in various behavioural and emotional challenges. As clinicians, teachers, therapists, play therapists, social workers and practitioners, it is crucial to equip ourselves with the right tools and knowledge to support these young individuals effectively. The course “Posttraumatic Growth in Children and Young People: "Healing Through the Therapeutic Powers of Play" is designed specifically to explore this need.
Why do clinicians need this content?
Trauma in childhood can manifest in various ways, from hyperarousal and anxiety to withdrawal and somatisation. Understanding the intricacies of trauma and posttraumatic growth is essential for anyone working closely with children and young people. This course provides a comprehensive framework that helps professionals identify signs of trauma, understand its impact and utilise play as a powerful therapeutic tool.
What will it help them do?
Why is it relevant?
With an increasing awareness of the long-term effects of childhood trauma, it is more important than ever for professionals to be equipped with effective, evidence-based interventions. This course is grounded in the latest research and therapeutic practices, offering relevant and practical knowledge that can be immediately applied in your work. Whether you are a teacher, therapist, play therapist, social worker or practitioner, this course will empower you to make a significant difference in the lives of the children and young people you support.
Join us in "Posttraumatic Growth in Children and Young People: Healing Through the Therapeutic Powers of Play" and take a step towards creating a brighter, more resilient future for those affected by trauma. Together, we can help them process, grow and thrive.
This online program is worth 5.5 hours CPD.
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Manual - Healing Through the Therapeutic Power of Play (7 MB) | 43 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Sonia Murray is a Behaviour Support Consultant and Registered Play Therapist with over 40 years of experience. She holds a diploma in social work (Social Work England registered) and is a strategic attachment lead for schools. Sonia specialises in attachment, child abuse, social, emotional and behavioural difficulties, children’s mental health, childhood trauma, parenting programmes and play therapy.
Sonia delivers training nationally and internationally on attachment, trauma, play therapy, understanding behaviour, play, communicating with children, behaviour management and positive parenting. Her extensive work history includes roles as a childcare social worker, parent worker and play therapist in education, social care and health settings. She spent 22 years at a specialist school for children with complex social, emotional, mental health and behavioural difficulties. Sonia also provides consultation, supervision and training in both statutory and voluntary children and young people’s services.
Additionally, Sonia has been a visiting lecturer at the University of Roehampton and the University of Northampton. She has authored a number of publications including:
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Sonia Murray has an employment relationship with Jogo Behaviour Support Ltd. She receives royalties as a published author. Sonia Murray receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Sonia Murray is a member of the British Association of Play Therapists.
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