This workshop will review common anxiety disorders in childhood ranging from  Separation Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Simple Phobias.  Participants will review organic and psychological conditions that can create anxiety in children. Various developmental symptoms of anxiety will then be explored to prepare for the afternoon section that will cover appropriate interventions for each stage.  The afternoon section of this workshop will cover MANY Play Therapy techniques that YOU will be able to put into practice immediately. We will review assessment methods that help children communicate their symptoms and develop appropriate coping skills. Experiential activities to help the child express feelings in a safe and effective manner will be used to help the participant gain insight into the child’s world. Creative Art activities that help children express feelings, get safety needs met, and develop relaxation skills will be covered.

Learning Objectives

• Identify Typical Anxiety Disorders in Childhood
• Identify Organic & Psychological Factors that Contribute to Anxiety
• Demonstrate Activities for Assessing Anxiety
• List 4 Directive Techniques to Manage Anxiety
• Learn 2  Experiential Activities to Confront Phobias
• Learn Activities to Engage Parents in the Treatment Process
   

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The National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) and The National Association for Play Therapy (APT) recognize Healing KIDZ, Inc. as an agency provider to provide continuing education.  Our provider numbers are 5860 and 99-057 respectively.  The National Association of Social Workers- Louisiana Chapter (NASW-LA) has also approved 6.5 continuing education credits for the annual professional workshops. Healing KIDZ, Inc. maintains responsibility for the programs it sponsors and adheres to NBCC Continuing Education Guidelines.