With their changing brains and hormones, sometimes finding ways to integrate play with pre-teens and teens can at times just feel completely “awkward."  Do we talk?  Do we play?  Do I ask questions? What do I do?   With the help of neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, developmental theory, and principles from Synergetic Play Therapy, this 6-hour workshop will shed light [...]

Did you know when children act out their most problematic moods and behaviors, that’s actually their incredibly wise way of communicating with the adults in their lives? In this workshop (click here to view the workshop flyer), Lisa Dion, licensed professional counselor and registered play therapist, will teach parents how to use the insights of modern neuroscience [...]

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 [...]