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Virtual & In-Person Oaklander Model Trainings with Dr. Karen Fried

Violet Oaklander provided a blend of theory and experience to train therapists in her model of Gestalt Play Therapy. Dr. Karen Fried's trainings continue Violet's tone of fun, educational and experiential training for therapists. Each training features hands-on experiences and demonstrations with a variety of materials including drawing, puppets, clay, sand tray, picture cards and more!

Training Topics Include:
  • Developmental Issues
  • Therapeutic Process
  • Emotional Expression
  • Anger/Aggressive Energy
  • Grief and Loss
  • Working with Parents
  • Introduction to Sand Tray
  • Adolescents
  • Happiness
  • Working with Groups
  • Learning and Emotions
  • Executive Functioning (EF)
  • ADHD
  • Using Technology
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Suicide
  • Somatic Work
  • Self Nurturing
  • Self-compassion
  • Self Reflection
  • Termination
  • and more
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