Integrating creative play and expressive techniques into supervision

Integrating creative play and expressive techniques into supervision

Presented by SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

Date: October 18, 2022
Time: 1 to 4 p.m. EST
Facilitator: Liana Lowenstein, MSW,  RSW, CPT-S

Description: Supervision is a critical aspect of professional development and acquisition of clinical skills for mental health practitioners. The use of play and expressive arts techniques in clinical supervision provides many benefits for both the supervisee and supervisor. Playful techniques help to create a safe environment for learning and growth. They strengthen the supervisory relationship, foster self-exploration, and increase understanding of case material. The therapist is able to experientially integrate theory with practice through the use of techniques.

In this fun and experiential training, you will learn how to infuse play and expressive arts into supervision sessions. This infusion will enrich the supervisory experience. Beginning or seasoned clinical supervisors you will walk away with creative supervision activities that can be implement immediately.

Learning objectives:

• Identify the benefits of integrating games, art, and other creative techniques into clinical supervision
• Identify how play therapy and expressive arts techniques deepen the supervisees understanding of themselves and client concerns
• Utilize play therapy and expressive arts techniques in individual and group supervision
• Implement playful activities that can help supervisees set goals for future growth

Registration fee: $125. Student and group discounts available.