In-Person Trainings

AutPlay Therapy is facilitated by parent company Robert Jason Grant Ed.D. CE Hr approvals for trainings, presenters, and training locations may vary, please be sure to read individual training information for details.

Continuing Education:
Robert Jason Grant Ed.D is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. The ACEP is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC provider #6595. Most trainings are approved for NBCC continuing education, but each individual training listing should be reviewed to identify the type and amount of continuing education offered. Visit nbcc.org to learn more about NBCC.

Robert Jason Grant Ed.D is an APT Approved Provider #12-318 for continuing education. Most trainings are approved for APT continuing education, but each individual training listing should be reviewed to identify the type and amount of continuing education offered. Visit a4pt.org to learn more about APT (Association for Play Therapy).

Robert Jason Grant Ed.D is a Certified Training Partner for IBCCES (International Board for Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards) #CE159432, offering continuing education for the Certified Autism Specialist and Autism Certificate credentials. Most trainings are approved for IBCCES continuing education, but each individual training listing should be reviewed to identify the type and amount of continuing education offered.

Robert Jason Grant Ed.D trainings are approved for continuing education for most state licensure requirements for Licensed Counselors and Social Workers. Participants should check with their state licensing boards for verification.

To register for a training, simply pay online with PayPal (we accept credit cards through a secure PayPal transaction. You do not need a PayPal account to use a credit card and pay online through PayPal), or call our office 417-755-9042, or print, complete, and mail the Product Order Form with payment to our office.

Robert Jason Grant Ed.D AutPlay Therapy Clinic
2407 S. Campbell
Springfield, MO. 76807
(p) 417-755-9042 (f) 855-425-0096

Cancellation and Refund Policy: Registration for trainings may be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours after registration/payment has been made. Registrations cancelled after that time will not receive a refund but participants may obtain credit for a future training or toward products in the store.

Host a Training: We facilitate trainings around the country and internationally. If you would like to inquire about having us present at your organization, conference, workshop, or seminar, please contact us by phone 417-755-9042 or email.

Correspondence Trainings: We provide correspondence (non-contact) trainings. Visit our correspondence training page to see a full list of home based trainings we offer.

Introduction to Sandtray Play Therapy

Instructor: Amy E. Flaherty, LPE-I, RPT is Founder and Director of Southern Sandtray Institute. She trains therapists from all over the world in the method of sandtray therapy from using the latest research within interpersonal neurobiology.  Amy is a dynamic and engaging speaker, weaving real-world case studies into practical applications for your sandtray practice. You can find her work and training programs at www.southernsandtray.com
CE Hrs: 2 Days (12 CE Hrs)
Date: Friday April 27th & Saturday April 28th, 2018,  9:00am – 4:00pm
Location: 1900 E. Barataria, Springfield, MO. 65804
Cost: $175
THIS TRAINING IS FULL, please consider one of our other upcoming trainings.

Description:
This workshop is an introductory class to sand tray work within the play therapy setting. It will cover how to work with both children and adults in sand tray as well as specific methods and techniques. By the end of the training, participants will gain the specific skills and knowledge listed below. Note: This training has a cap on the number of participants so register early.

Day One Learning Objectives:
1. Gain knowledge of the history of sand tray work in play therapy
2. Understand the difference between sand tray and sandplay work
3. Have a basic understanding of materials needed for this work, such as miniatures
4. Understand and develop skills needed to process sand tray with adults
5. List several directives for sand tray work in play therapy provided by the instructor and create others when given case examples from the instructor
6. Work through several case studies of adults and gain an understanding of the process that occurred within the treatment
Day Two Learning Objectives:
1. Have an overview of developmental issues that occur within sand tray work with children and other special populations
2. Gain a basic understanding of non-directive play therapy as how it relates to working with children in the sand tray
3. Understand and experience role play of sand tray work as it often occurs with a child
4. Work through several case studies of children and gain an understanding of the process that occurred within the play therapy treatment
5. Learn the latest brain-informed research behind the power of sand tray in play therapy
6. Learn at least two sandtray play therapy activity to use with groups or families

Continuing Education:
This training is approved for 12 CE hrs applicable to the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and the Association for Play Therapy (APT). Attendees wishing to receive NBCC or APT continuing education hours must meet the guidelines established by these organizations. This training is relevant for Registered Play Therapists, Licensed Counselors, Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Psychologists, School Counselors, Certified Counselors, and other Mental Health Professionals.

Play Therapy for Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Autism, ADHD, Tourette Syndrome, and Intellectual Developmental Disorder

Presenter: Robert Jason Grant Ed.D, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
Date: June 1st and 2nd, 2018
Location: Jonesboro, Arkansas
Registration Information: Southern Sandtray Institute

Play Therapy Supervision: Addressing Parent and Caregiver Issues

Presenter: Robert Jason Grant Ed.D, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
Date: June 29th, 2018
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Registration Information: Mid Atlantic Play Therapy Training Institute

AutPlay Therapy with Children on the Autism Spectrum

Presenter: Robert Jason Grant Ed.D, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
Date: June 30th, 2018
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Registration Information: Mid Atlantic Play Therapy Training Institute

AutPlay Therapy Certification Training (Olathe, KS)

Instructor: Robert Jason Grant Ed.D, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
2 Day Intensive (16 CE Hrs)
Friday August 3rd and Saturday August 4th, 2018, 8:30am – 6:00pm
Location: MidAmerica Nazarene University, Olathe, Kansas
Cost: $450

 

Description: This is a two day intensive certification training. This training focuses on teaching the AutPlay Therapy treatment approach, a Play Therapy and Behavioral Therapy based approach to working with children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, neurodevelopmental disorders, and other developmental disabilities. An overview of autism and other developmental disorders will be presented. The tenets of AutPlay Therapy will be presented including the four component areas of AutPlay and the sequence/phases of treatment. Parent training, group work, and research will be highlighted. Intake and assessment protocols will be presented with case examples. AutPlay foundations of Play Therapy and Behavioral Therapy will be covered and several directive Play Therapy techniques will be demonstrated. Experiential case conceptualization and treatment planning will be presented. Established play based autism treatments will be reviewed as well as current play therapy approaches that have been effective in treating autism and other developmental disabilities.

Learning Objectives: 1) Participants will becoming Certified AutPlay Therapy Providers. 2) Participants will learn all components of AutPlay including: conducting an AutPlay Therapy session, information about autism disorders, screening instruments, treatment planning, and other adjunct play based autism treatments. 3) Participants will learn about established autism treatments specifically treatments that are play therapy based and that easily align with AutPlay Therapy. 4) Participants will learn about the theoretical underpinnings of AutPlay including play therapy models and behavioral therapy. 5) Participants will experience and learn several play therapy interventions used in AutPlay. 6) Participants will gain several resources related to autism and play therapy.

Continuing Education for Mental Health Professionals: This training is approved for 16 CE hrs applicable to the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), the Association for Play Therapy (APT), and IBCCES (Certified Autism Specialist and Autism Certificate). Attendees wishing to receive NBCC, APT, or IBCCES continuing education hours must meet the guidelines established by these organizations. This training is relevant for Registered Play Therapists, Licensed Counselors, Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Psychologists, School Counselors, Certified Counselors, and other Mental Health Professionals.

Other Professionals:
Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists, Special Education Teachers, Parents and other professionals in case management, education, and medical fields working with children and adolescents with autism disorders and other neurodevelopmental disorders may register for and attend an AutPlay Certification Training to enhance their knowledge and skill levels but do not receive Mental Health CE Hrs. These professionals will receive a certification signifying completion of 16 training hours.

Introduction to AutPlay Therapy

Presenter: Robert Jason Grant Ed.D, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
Date: Friday September 14th, 2018
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Registration Information: South Carolina Association for Play Therapy

Books & Boards: Using Books and Board Games in Play Therapy

Presenter: Robert Jason Grant Ed.D, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
Date: Saturday September 15th, 2018
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Registration Information: South Carolina Association for Play Therapy

AutPlay Therapy Certification Training (Olympia, Washington)

Presenter: Robert Jason Grant Ed.D, LPC, RPT-S, CAS
Date: October 26th and 27th, 2018
Location: Olympia, Washington
Registration Information: Olympia Therapy

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