Facilitator: Dr. April Duncan, DSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Training Description:
Research has shown that psychological distress is linked to high rates of discrimination and microaggressions, which contributes to thoughts and acts of suicide for Black children. The play therapist must be skilled in identifying the key signs of suicide that Black youth may present in the playroom. Time will be spent exploring play themes that may reflect signs of trauma, grief, or suicide and play techniques to help adequately address those issues.
Learning Objectives:
- Analyze play themes that can signal suicidality in Black youth.
- Identify play therapy interventions to address suicidality in Black youth.
- List signs of suicidality in sand tray play therapy.
- Discuss play-based activities to create safety plans for Black youth experiencing suicidality.
What you'll get:
- 2 APT Non-Contact Recorded Webinar CEs
- Certificate of Completion
*Course evaluation and quiz must be completed to receive CE credits. Certificates will be provided upon completion of each module and/or lessons in each course.