specific aspects of developmental theory, cognitive-behavioural theory, psychodynamic theory and systems theory perspectives which may be used to understand and work effectively with children;
various forms of play and how these may be responded to therapeutically;
children's drawings and how these may be understood and responded to appropriately; and
the importance of the concepts of limit-setting, holding and containing.
Intended learning outcomes
Participants will develop their understanding of:
The principal theoretical orientations employed in clinical work with children;
The fundamental concepts that these theoretical orientations are based upon;
The rationale for selection of one form of treatment over another; and
The application of appropriate therapeutic interventions.