Become a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist™

“Where do I begin? This training provided so much growth for me personally and professionally. I feel like I have a better understanding of the process and how to facilitate growth within my client and within myself. This has been a life-changing experience.”  -Lindsay Ishman, LCSW, LAC, RPT-S

Are you ready to take your Synergetic Play Therapy skills to the next level? Are you ready to expand your understanding of interpersonal neurobiology and take your ability to help a child heal to a whole new realm of possibility? Are you ready to dive deeper into the Synergetic Play Therapy Process as you learn how to embrace yourself, your magnificence and tap into a higher state of authenticity?

If so, we invite you to embark on a nine-month experience that will take your confidence and skill level to the next level, so that you can love yourself and support your child clients in loving themselves more fully. It will be nine months of magical moments and transformation. Please note that in order to participate in this program, you must have access to working with children.

To apply, please check the prerequisites and submit a one-page letter answering the questions in the “How to Apply” section, both of which appear in the tabs at the bottom of the page. Additional information on costs, our package deal and dates can also be found in the tabs section below.

The Training & What You Will Learn: 

“Lisa Dion has created a training program that both increases the efficacy of play therapy and also leads therapists on a journey of authenticity.” -Andrew Rose, LPC

The Training… During the nine months, you will attend one three-day and one five-day Synergetic Play Therapy Training Retreat in Boulder, CO or Vancouver, British Columbia, six three-hour monthly classes (live or webinar) and monthly one-hour individual supervision (live or webinar depending on where you live). Find details on specific topics you will learn in the tab section at the bottom of the page.

1. September: Launch with three-day Synergetic Play Therapy Training Retreat, One hour of individual supervision
2. October and November: Class (live or webinar), One hour of individual supervision per month
3. December: One hour of individual supervision
4. January: Five-day Synergetic Play Therapy Training Retreat, One hour of individual supervision
5. February through May: Class (live or webinar), One hour of individual supervision per month

What You Will Learn… Participants will gain a greater understanding and KNOWING of the below listed topics in Synergetic Play Therapy, as well as an in-depth look at the neuroscience and research behind the model. We ask therapists to go within to further ask the question, “Who am I?” The goal during these nine months is for therapists to bring forth their authentic selves, with the understanding that as the authentic self emerges therapists can increase their capacity to facilitate deeper and more complex processes within the child. Therapists will also learn more of the details of the application of SPT and develop a greater understanding about why we do what we do in the playroom. And they will have the opportunity to fine tune their skills. Subjects that will be covered include:

* Awareness, Mindfulness and Attention * Attunement and Transitions * Mirror Neurons and Neurobiology * Regression and Nonverbal states * Attachment Processes and Biology of the Nervous System * Working with Parents * Adoption, Sensory and Trauma * Biology of Emotions and * Windows of Tolerance * Narratives and Perception * Working with families and groups * Working with pre-teens and teens * Goodbyes and Endings * Non-directive versus Directive * How to explain Synergetic Play Therapy * Charting cases and understanding the child’s process *

Participants will also participate in individual supervision each month. Video observations, additional assignments and readings will also be required in order to maximize learning and integration of the material.

What You Get!

“Lisa has taught me to be a whole person-mind, body and spirit. I experience a deeper level of connection and trust than ever before with myself, my clients and in my personal relationships. I contribute much of that to the work I have done with Lisa! Thank you, Lisa!” -Jordan Yost, MA

The best part of this training is what happens to YOU! We designed this program to not only help you learn how to facilitate your child client’s healing, but also to awaken your authentic self and show you how to access the truth inside of you! (Priceless!)

Plus, get *FREE* Access to the Certified Synergetic Play Therapy Membership Site. In addition to the classes, retreats and supervision you will have nine months of access to the exclusive Certified SPT Membership Site—a value of $1,000+! You’ll be able to watch 40+ training videos designed specifically for advanced students and participate in an extra monthly webinar with Lisa to discuss additional advanced topics. You’ll have access to archived recordings of past advanced webinars, weekly blog posts and podcasts, plus discounts on other Play Therapy Institute of Colorado classes. Best of all, you’ll be a part of the worldwide Synergetic Play Therapy community.

OK I want to apply! What next? If you’re interested in participating in this one-of-a-kind training program and have completed either the Intro to SPT course or attended a six-day SPT Intensive, please submit a one-page letter answering the questions in the “How to Apply” section in the tabs at the bottom of the page.

How do I become Certified? Check out the tab at the bottom of the page to see the prerequisites you need to become a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist.

Don’t feel ready yet? Not a problem. Sometimes we just need another year to get comfortable and practice before diving into a more advanced skill set. If this is the case, you are invited to have ongoing supervision for a year and apply the following year.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to email us at the Play Therapy Institute of Colorado!