Certification in Crisis Play Therapy Level I

Mon, Jul 06

Ostello al Deserto

Certification in Crisis Play Therapy Level I

Name: Certification in Crisis Play Therapy Level I
Start: 2026-07-06T09:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-12T16:30:00+02:00
Location: Ostello al Deserto

Embark on the new and exclusive Crisis Play Therapy Certification in Italy! A specialized program led by internationally renowned experts Isabella Cassina, Lisa Dion, Clair Mellenthin, and Claudio Mochi.

Time & Location

Jul 06, 2026, 9:00 AM – Jul 12, 2026, 4:30 PM

Ostello al Deserto, Via al Deserto, 2, 23022 Chiavenna SO, Italy

About the Event

Program Details

Level I of the Crisis Play Therapy Certification Program comprises four interconnected areas of study, designed to consolidate the fundamental knowledge necessary to understand the complex dynamics of working in crisis and high-vulnerability contexts, as well as the integration of play and Play Therapy. Level I also includes modules that provide up to 36 APT & APTI CE hours (kindly refer to the PDF for details). Successful completion of Level I grants access to Level II and the final Crisis Play Therapy Certification.

Foundations: Examining the Connection Between Crisis, Play, and Play Therapy

Module 1 – Building the Foundations: Understanding Crises and Cooperation

Module 2 – From Concept to Practice: Models for Crisis Play Therapy

Module 3 – Healing Through Play Therapy: Neuro and Emotional Perspectives

Groundwork: Preparing Play Therapists for Times of Crisis

Module 4 – Foundations of Community Psychology in Play Therapy

Module 5 – Skills for Connection: Play Therapy in Psychological First Aid

Module 6 – Assessment and Group Dynamics in Play Therapy

Module 7 – Reflection and Ethical Practice in Crisis Play Therapy

Play-based Interventions and Play Therapy in Crisis Contexts

Module 8 – Foundations of Play in the Community

Module 9 – Empowering Children Through Play Therapy

Module 10 – Advanced and Trauma-Informed Play Therapy Techniques

Beyond the Playroom in International Crises

Module 11 – Play and Expressive Arts for the Support System

Module 12 – Expanding the Therapist’s Window of Tolerance through Play Therapy and Creative Arts

Module 13 – Expressive Arts for Communities

Participants

The Crisis Play Therapy Certification Program is intended for students and professionals in the fields of mental health, education, rehabilitation, healthcare, and social work who have completed or are currently undertaking formal training in the field of Creative Arts Therapies (such as Play Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Art Therapy, etc.).

Costs & Discounts

The fee includes: 57-hour training program, post-test and CE Hours (where applicable), Certificate, 7 nights in shared accommodation, and meals. Transportation fee is not included. We recommend flying into Milan Malpensa Airport.

Professionals

Before February 15, 2026:

Training € 1'990 + double room & board € 800 = € 2'790
Training € 1'990 + 3–4 people room & board € 700 = € 2'690

After February 15, 2026:

Training € 2'290 + double room & board € 800 = € 3'090
Training € 2'290 + 3–4 people room & board € 700 = € 2'990

Students & Groups (minimum 3 members)