A Neurobiological Approach to Using Sand in Play Therapy – Fresno

In this workshop, you will have a one of kind experience as you explore a new and fresh way of using sand non-directively in your play therapy sessions. You will be introduced to using sand through the lens of Synergetic Play Therapy, the first research-informed play therapy model to blend together neuroscience, attachment/attunement, therapist authenticity, […]

A Neurobiological Approach to Using Sand in Play Therapy – San Jose

In this workshop, you will have a one of kind experience as you explore a new and fresh way of using sand non-directively in your play therapy sessions. You will be introduced to using sand through the lens of Synergetic Play Therapy, the first research-informed play therapy model to blend together neuroscience, attachment/attunement, therapist authenticity, [...]

A Neurobiological Approach to Using Sand in Play Therapy – San Francisco

In this workshop, you will have a one of kind experience as you explore a new and fresh way of using sand non-directively in your play therapy sessions. You will be introduced to using sand through the lens of Synergetic Play Therapy, the first research-informed play therapy model to blend together neuroscience, attachment/attunement, therapist authenticity, […]

North Carolina Association for Play Therapy Spring Conference – Keynote Speaker

The Neurobiology of Play Therapy: A Synergetic Approach for Integrating Aggression and Trauma at the NCAPT Conference Presented by: Lisa Dion, M.A., LPC, RPT-S Program Description This two-day workshop is designed to help play therapists understand aggressive play from a neurobiological perspective. With the help of neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, and a Synergetic Play Therapy framework […]

Six-Day Synergetic Play Therapy Intensive – March 9-11 and 16-18

Play Therapy Institute of Colorado 2845 Wilderness Place, Boulder, CO, United States

Join one of our regularly-held, six-day intensive for Masters-level therapists (or equivalent) and clinicians. Jump in and really experience the magic of Synergetic Play Therapy! We limit this Play Therapy Training Program to four people in order to permit extensive skill practice with individualized coaching and feedback. Each participant will be paired with a child […]

2nd Online Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy Video Released

Synergetic Play Therapy will take you on a journey to deeply understand yourself. With an emphasis on therapist authenticity, SPT is designed to help therapists birth their authentic selves so that they can help their child clients do the same.  SPT recognizes that therapist authenticity and attunement in the playroom is integral to the healing of the child. The […]

Lessons from the Playroom Webinar

The Play Therapy Institute of Colorado’s “Lessons From the Playroom” webinar is a series of FREE, LIVE webinars designed to offer a larger piece of the little lessons kids teach us inside the playroom. Log on to interact with Lisa Dion,  LPC, RPT-S for an hour of power, purpose, and perspective. Ask questions, join the discussion, and […]

SPT in Schools – Boulder Journey

A presentation for teachers and educators on behaviors in the classroom. If you're interested in a presentation such as this, please contact us at info@playtherapycolorado.com.

Alberta Play Therapy Association Spring Conference

Rosedale Community Centre 901 11 Ave NW, Calgary, AB, Canada

Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach for Integrating Intensity This 2 day workshop is conducted by Lisa Dion, LPC, RPT-S and designed to help play therapists understand aggressive play from a neuro-biological perspective.  With the help of neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, and a Synergetic Play Therapy framework therapists will learn how to effectively work with this type […]