Playful Curiosity for Building Resilience: 5 Essential Domains in Assessing Medical Trauma with Play Therapy

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Liliana Baylon, LMFT-S, RPT-S™ Related seminars and products

Liliana's Consulting Services

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Liliana Baylon, LMFT-S, RPT-S™ has a master’s degree in counseling & Marriage, Family & Child Therapy as well as an MBA from University of Phoenix in Colorado. Since entering the therapy field, Liliana has developed an interest and niche in treating children and families who have experienced trauma, and multicultural issues from an attachment lens. To better treat these populations, Liliana has received training in different modalities, some of which she is a trained educator.

Liliana is an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, Synergetic Play Therapy Consultant, EFT Supervisor, EMDR Certified, TheraPlay Level 1, Independent Facilitator of the Becoming a Love and Logic Parent Curriculum, Bring Baby Home Gottman Trained Educator, Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, completed Level 2 Training in Gottman Couples Therapy.

Liliana brings a unique cultural lens into her therapy and supervision sessions. Liliana is passionate about working with fellow mental health professionals to embrace curiosity, inspiration, and discover meaning to rise to their full potential from attachment to and cultural lenses. Liliana offers workshops in the field of mental health and cultural opportunity for psychotherapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, teachers and consultations for agencies, schools, private practices, mental health centers & nonprofits in English and Spanish.
 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Lilliana Baylon maintains a private practice and has an employment relationship with Healing Relationships Counseling SVC, PLLC. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Lilliana Baylon is a member of the International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy, the Colorado Counseling Association, the Association for Play Therapy, the EMDR International Association, Synergetic Play Therapy Institute, and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.

Maria Laquerre-Diego, LMFT, RPT-S™ Related seminars and products

A New Hope Therapy Center

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A self-described geek, Maria Laquerre-Diego is a CEO and owner who is committed to increasing access to mental health services and breaking down the stigma surrounding therapy services. As a therapist turned CEO, Maria has developed a unique perspective when it comes to mental health and the barriers surrounding mental health treatment. Influenced by her time at New Mexico State University in the Family and Consumer Science department, and University of New Hampshire’s Marriage and Family department, Maria has turned her dedication to giving back and supporting future generations of therapists. In addition to supporting mental health providers, Maria takes an active role in addressing the continued stigma of mental health services through the use of pop culture – everything from movies and television shows to superheroes and Disney characters. Maria has spoken about mental health at several local events, has served as an officer on professional boards and has provided training to clinicians all over the country while maintaining her and her family’s roots as Aggies! Outside of the office, Maria can be found spending time with her family and loved ones, exploring the world through travel, and creating cosplays for herself, her husband and their two little ones. Maria is always happy to talk about Star Wars, Marvel and mental health and can be contacted through her website www.anewhopetc.org.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Maria Laquerre-Diego is the founder of A New Hope Academy and is the owner of A New Hope Therapy Center. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Maria Laquerre-Diego has no relevant non-financial relationships.

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Objectives

1. Identify assessments used in play therapy to evaluate five critical domains—medical history, birth/genetic history, perception of diagnosis/disability, social media influence, and resource availability.
2. Utilize play therapy to process experiences with medical personnel and feelings regarding diagnoses or disabilities.
3. Choose play therapy interventions to address common trauma responses in children and adolescents related to medical trauma.

Outline

Medical Trauma: Foundations for Play Therapy Practice

• Medical trauma and its impact on children's emotional health.
• Signs and symptoms of medical trauma in play therapy settings.

Key Domains for Assessment in Play Therapy: A Comprehensive Framework

• Evaluate medical history, birth/genetic history, perception of diagnosis/disability, social media influence, and resource availability.
• Assessment tools for each domain to better understand client backgrounds.

Play Therapy Techniques: Engaging Young Clients in Healing

• Specific play therapy interventions that align with each assessment domain.
• Creative methods to facilitate conversations about medical experiences and emotional responses.

Social Media's Role: Navigating Modern Influences

• How social media affects children's perceptions of health and illness.
• Strategize ways to incorporate discussions of social media impact into play therapy sessions.

Trauma Responses: Fostering Expression and Resilience

• Common trauma responses in children and adolescents related to medical experiences.
• Play therapy techniques to help clients articulate their fears and anxieties in a safe space.

Risks and Limitations: Navigating Challenges in Practice

• Potential risks associated with assessment techniques and play therapy interventions.

Target Audience

• Play Therapists 
• Psychologists
• Physicians 
• Marriage & Family Therapists
• Nurses
• Social Workers
• Counselors