Are you looking for a way to boost your knowledge of attachment theory?
Look no further than this exclusive webinar series! Our monthly webinars are designed to provide you with valuable information and application strategies for your work, your life and those you serve. CE's are offered when you attend live, otherwise you can view them on-demand 24/7.
When you attend our webinars, you will have the opportunity to learn from attachment theory experts and professionals who have years of experience in their respective fields. By attending these webinars, you will gain a deeper understanding of attachment theory practices, develop new skills and connect with other professionals.
Engaging Parents in Family Sessions using Active Play
In this Webinar, the focus is on creating a safe and secure environment for children. Amanda discusses the importance of using play in therapy sessions with parents and children. It acknowledges the resistance that parents may have towards active play and the reasons behind it, such as past experiences or lack of confidence. It also highlights the impact of active play on caregivers and the goal of helping parents gain a positive understanding of their child and themselves. Participants will understand the therapeutic potential of play in promoting healing and growth for children and their parents.
Guest Presenter
Amanda Becks, LCSW
Amanda Becks, MSW, LCSW has worked with children and families at Chaddock for 21 years. Amanda has worked in several roles at Chaddock including direct care staff, clinician, and currently serves at the Clinical Supervisor for Residential Services. She is a Certified Threraplay® Practitioner. Working in the attachment and trauma field within a residential treatment facility has provided numerous opportunities to help children and families connect and heal through the use of Theraplay® as well as other modalities used within Chaddock’s Developmental Trauma and Attachment Program Model. Working with families fuels Amanda’s passion and desire to continue to improve upon the use of attachment and trauma focused interventions within her clinical work.
About the Host
Josh Carlson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Executive Director of The Knowledge Center at Chaddock. He oversees the training and consultation endeavors TKC offers and is one of the lead trainers. Josh combines his over 17 years of experience at Chaddock with humor and fun that engages his audiences as they learn. He has a Masters in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.