Lynn Louise Wonders is a licensed professional counselor and certified professional counselor supervisor in the state of Georgia and a registered play therapist-supervisor. Lynn has been providing play therapy services for children and families since 2001 and has been providing play therapy training, supervision and consultation since 2010. She is the author of When Parents Are at War: A Child Therapist's Guide to Navigating High Conflict Divorce & Custody Cases and she leads self care and training retreats for therapists. Visit: www.WondersCounseling.com
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This one hour course, was very compact and informative. I have taken a total of three courses by Dr Jonice Webb, and have enjoyed her instruction skills, content, and style. I am thankful for the download handouts from this course and all other lists, charts etc. Dr. Jonice Webb provides, as they are very helpful in sessions, walking my clients through the treatment of CEN. I'm looking forward to implementing CEN into my private practice, here in Canada.
Read MoreI love the format of this training. I appreciated the use of Zoom. I loved the multiple presenters and the shortened length of each presentation. It was easy to navigate and follow. EXCELLENT resource for therapists!
Read MoreI found the continuing education training provided by Core Wellness to be informative and well-organized. The speaker was knowledgeable and did a great job of answering questions and providing information that could be readily used in practice.
Read MoreI thought it was great!
Melissa Gardner, LSCSWLiked the analogies, wanted more in depth on interventions and brain involvement in trauma
ParticipantGood presentation with relevant examples to illustrate what the instructor was discussing
ElyakimThis was a great class!
Live ParticipantThis training was wonderful. I learned a variety of ways to incorporate dreams into my practice with youth and families. The instructor touched on how to get caregivers involved, how to help the youth communicate their dreams, and ways to be a safe container for nightmares.
Read MoreThis webinar offered wonderful ideas and a variety of interventions and ideas to working with children and adolescents using fun and interactive approaches. I really value the multi-faceted perspectives of each presenter which allowed me to gather new insights from renowned clinicians from around the world.
Read MoreThis training is a great way to get the hours required by APT for seminal and historical theories in play therapy for the RPT certification. It is thorough and concise.
Read MoreExcellent training that walks you step-by-step through the process of working with children who are SM. It provides a framework and ideas for moving from one stage to the next.
Read MoreShe was very concise informative and easy to follow.
LeAnn Frost LPCIt was good to know the most common ethical issues that arise for legal reasons.
Becky Hobson - LCSWAll presenters were knowledgeable, helpful, and modeled wonderful skills.
Maria-Elena Vasquez, LACThe webinar provided practical therapeutic techniques that you can use right after you complete the training. Information was current and will enhance my therapeutic interventions when working with kids, teens and families.
Read MoreThis was a great course and really interesting. Super informative and gave a great understanding of the foundations of hypnotherapy as well as the techniques involved with its use.
Read MoreGreat course. He did a lot of research.
Jodi WaltersGreat training, very helpful and well organized. I really love your trainings, they are some of the best I've attended.
Read MoreThis was an excellent training. As a supervisor who has been in the field for many years, I usually take trainings as a requirement and feel a bit of dread when hearing the same themes over and over again. This training was different! I really enjoyed it. Thank you for providing a training that presented a fresh framework and new spin on analyzing and labeling supervisee and supervisor development.
Read MoreVery knowledgable instructor!
Connie Meyerowitz, LCSW-CExcellent training. I learned several new techniques to use with clients and their families. I really appreciated the diversity within the presenting panel and their wide range of experience. I look forward to pursuing more training with some of them in the future.
Read MoreGreat training, really engaging especially for ethics!
Connie Meyerowitz, LCSW-CThe instructor was very skilled, the information was presented in a direct, easy to understand manner. I don't regularly use play therapy in my practice, but I still found the information easy to understand and useful.
Read MoreThe instructor was knowledgeable and a good presenter.
Paige MacKenzieWonderful course. Great for Clinicians, teachers, and parents. A+
LeeAnn Mitchell, LPCIt was useful in helping me understand how to ground my client and prepare them for the session
ParticipantThis training is very helpful to providers on how to incorporate the family into treatment
Katherin A. SchultzI appreciated the straight-forward approach to this topic. I learned a great deal that I will be applying to my own practices, including a plethora of tools I will be looking into.
Read MoreA+
Carolyn BiancoI have taken numerous trainings in the field. They were all good. This training was the most comprehensive and practical for clinical practice.
Read MoreLOVED this program! The speaker (Happy Birthday!) was knowledgeable & personable - clearly an expert, and not at all "showy". I appreciated his knowledge & his humor , & his relaxed & engaging manner. Though he spoke quickly (lots of info to pack into a short amount of time!), I know (& look forward to) I can watch the recording to pick up anything I missed! I will certainly attend future trainings of his!!! Thank you! ??
Read MoreI thought this course was very helpful in giving some techniques to use in play therapy.
Renee Comstock, LCSWBest online interactive training I have had. I usually try to go in person but this training makes me rethink my option of online trainings. I felt more involved than I have been in some in person trainings. The presenter was very knowledgeable and engaging.
Read MoreGreat new ideas for adapting to online sessions.
Lynda AckermanI think LL did an awesome job keeping the material interesting a fun. She was very knowledgeable and interactive. She kept everyone involved and I felt like I learned a lot.
Read MoreI really enjoyed how approachable and understandable Dr. Deliberto was for this training. The information was presented in a way that I was easily able to translate what I learned into practice and was immediately able to treatment plan for patients I currently am seeing. I also was able to bookmark key information to use as needed moving forward.
Read MoreGreat Training! Nice job covering the topic and showing how it is implemented.
Darlene Waldt, MSW, LCSW-CFantastic Training! The instructor was very knowledgeable, clear and answered questions truthfully with great understanding.
Read MoreThis course was fabulous!
Jessica Payne, MSW, LMSWI really enjoyed every presentation. Usually in participation of such productions I can gain an idea or two. But with this presentation I took every idea presented and will be able to use it in my work!!!!
Read MoreThis class was amazing, the instructor was engaging and gave fantastic ideas that I will definitely be using in my practice.
Read MoreThe instructor presented the topic of learning sleep strategies to help our clients in a comprehensive and engaging manner. She presented detailed instruction on evidence based psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral treatment for insomnia as well as associated treatments and strategies to best help our clients (and even ourselves) struggling with insomnia.
Read MoreI found this training to be very current and useful. I have been working with children with OCD for some time, however, I learned a lot of new information and interventions I can use with children and their families. The slides were also very helpful.
Read MoreThis is an essential comprehensive webinar to understand the underlying negative beliefs which are the root of the symptoms that often bring people into therapy.
Read MoreOutstanding and helpful presentation. Dr. Tara is compassionate, skilled, engaging and knows her stuff! That was such a refreshing course and she answered all questions with wisdom and skill!
Read MoreI loved this training and learned some great interventions to use in my practice!
Stacey Glasenapp MS LPCAs a clinician, I was so grateful to find this course. My graduate studies did not prepare me for treating eating disorders. This material has been informative and timely.
Read MoreI loved the variety of resources presented and the presenters' backgrounds
Jenni Bearden, LAPSWI thoroughly enjoyed this training and found many of these interventions useful for implementing in my practice. Liana did well to coordinate, clarify, and draw out the different presenters to answer questions.
Read MoreThis training was well-presented with actionable, easy-to-implement techniques to use in play therapy. The ides presented were diverse in use and theoretical underpinnings and were especially helpful to any one that wants to work with children and join with them in their world.
Read MoreWonderful training with lots of hands on activities to integrate the techniques.
Live ParticipantThe best and most interesting live online continuing ed class yet.
Teri Crabtree, TN, USAThe most useful lesson I learned from this training was using ego states to illicit self-awareness and the possibility to make changes. Great course!
Read MoreMrs. Reed did an excellent and thorough job explaining the ethical components of documentation. We often overlook many minor components but she clearly explained why the key points are necessary for a variety of reasons.
Read MoreExcellent, practical and very timely.
ParticipantThis was an excellent session. Thank you.
Pamela McRae, LCSW-CThe program was helpful and provided concepts that I will integrate into my practice.
Alan Winship, MS Ed, LMHC, CRCDr Treisman embodies warmth, compassion, and skill. In this presentation, she teaches co-regulation as an experience. I felt the regulation through her teaching methods and found myself highly engaged and wanting to hear more. This is a challenge these days after SO many lessons being delivered virtually, but she is truly a gifted speaker.
Read MoreThe instructor did very well in presenting a topic that typically would be boring. She made it interesting!
Read MoreI loved the modeling and permission to be creative in the work we do. There are no wrong ways. Just lessons learned.
Read MoreThe instructor was very knowledgeable about the legal and ethical implications about being a mandated reporter for child abuse. This difficult topic was presented in a caring, interesting, and comprehensive manner giving participants the tools and confidence needed to address such concerns if they arise in our own practices.
Read MoreAmazing! I really enjoyed the webinar and Liana did an outstanding job in sharing ideas of ways to work with clients online. I would highly recommend this webinar.
Read MoreThis training exceeded my expectations. As a pre-licensed therapist, I learned so much about Sand Tray therapy, but also play therapy in general, and various seminal theories (theoretical orientations) that can inform my practice. I walked away feeling confident in implementing sand tray therapy with clients. Dr. April is clearly knowledgeable, and is a skilled therapist, as well as presenter - she made the training fun, authentic and engaging (even as someone that watched the recorded session). It was nice to have the option to take this as a recorded training so I could complete it on my own time, and at my own pace.
Read MoreVery clear, helpful, and informative.
Judith K. Livingston, LCSW-RI have enjoyed each and every webinar that I have attended. The information is valuable and easily implemented into my personal practice.
Read MoreThis course is a gem. I learned so much from it about working effectively with couples from IFS perspective. Dr. Tropper is a very knowledgeable and engaging presenter. This workshop is a must for therapists who work with couples.
Read MoreInstructor really knows her stuff and is very experienced.
Recorded ParticipantThis a helpful and useful training. It covered the basic understanding bipolar disorder and the different types, comorbidities and lightly covered treatment options. The trainer was well versed and easy to understand. After this learning session I signed up for the next session regarding treatment. I look forward to learning more about this issue .
Read MoreExcellent and informative training; engaging as well!
Shimon Susskind LMHCI learned how to immediately implement BA with my clients. This was a practical and thorough training!
Read MoreAll instructor's demonstrated great creativity, wisdom and knowledge about various activities and how they integrate into addressing many life areas and mental health issues that create an internal healing for kiddo's and parents.
Read MoreLiana Lowenstein's trainings are full of practical, creative interventions for working with children of all ages and their families. The presenters are world-renowned and diverse with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in child and family therapy.
Read MoreLiana Lowenstein is a gift to our field. I am so glad that we have her creativity, skill and expertise to learn from. I am an avid Liana fan, her trainings are so full of actionable ideas, and very do-able for normal therapists in the real world.
Read MoreSo much usable information and strategies from all over the world to use with unique and diverse populations. Next year, I will prioritize this for all working in our practice. What a great way to learn from so many professionals in one place. Thank you and until next year
Read MoreIt was the quickest three hour training I have ever been to. I was sad to have it end. It was wonderful to see so many unique techniques from all over the world. And, even more wonderful to find new ways to held the children that I work with.
Read MoreSheri Van Dijk was detailed in explaining, clarifying and giving examples. I appreciate her style and knowledge on the topic. I did not feel overwhelmed by the material given her tutelage, which helped me take it all in better.
Read MoreThis was a very helpful training! Both presenters were engaging and offered practical interventions that are easily replicable in a therapy setting. Thanks!
Read MoreI really enjoyed the opportunity to learn from some of the best play therapists, all in one place, all at the same time. I really appreciated the fact that I left the training with 4 interventions that I could easily and readily put into practice right away!
Read MoreI leave every training facilitated by Liana feeling enlightened, energized, eager to continue working in this field, and more confident in my clinical skills
Read MoreAs a clinical psychologist and Registered Play Therapist I have had decades of training and taken countless seminars. Lynn Louise Wonders' 20 Play Therapy Interventions for Anxiety with Older Children was a delightful surprise. Her enthusiasm and deep understanding of what it takes to engage this sometimes difficult age group by using creative and engaging strategies is the best I have ever seen. The strategies were indeed creative yet presented with succinct clarity and straightforward instructions. Sometimes these seminars can be tedious at the end of which one wonders what of this will I actually use, but every strategy she taught made intuitive sense for the play therapy process and was easy to grasp. I eager to try them. At the end, she presents several short well done psycho-educational videos that could be used directly with our clients and sprinkles the entire presentation with resources. Thank-you for this engaging educational experience .
Read MoreFabulous!
Linda Stancil, LPCGood info with some actionable guidance
ParticipantWonderful webinar by a very knowledgeable presenter. Very useful and practical tips regarding OCD treatment techniques.
Read MoreA great review of important concepts in assessment and intervention of suicidality. Assessment tools were very helpful.
Read MoreTreating trauma is an essential skill in therapy and this training by Dr. Joseph Trapper are helping me gain this skill in my work.
Read MoreThis course was great.
Carol Cooper, LCThis was one of the few trainings that I have experienced in which the presenter provided practical therapeutic activities and discussed processing. Most trainings on this topic are heavy on statistics and factors, I appreciate how this presentation provided facts as well as encouraged creativity in the counseling room.
Read MoreThis training provided great age-appropriate, activities that can be used to engage all family members in a meaningful way.
Read MoreWonderful event with a wide variety of speakers from around the globe with a shared goal of enhancing the therapeutic experiences of children and teens. Fast paced and chock full of usable ideas!
Read MoreIt was a great training. I learned many valuable interventions that will be helpful in sessions with my clients. Thank you again for offering this amazing training!
Read MoreThis training was fantastic! Tons of useful ideas I can take immediately into session. Ms. Hartstein was an engaging and knowledgeable presenter.
Read MoreIt was very helpful. Great techniques that I will definitely use in my practice.
Peri Cohen, LCSW-CThis training was well organized and provided a wonderful opportunity to learn quite a bit from a recorded webinar. I was happily surprised by how much I gained from this webinar!
Read MoreThis presentation provided concise and clear information that will greatly improve my practice.
Susan Smith, LCSW-CIt was a worthwhile seminar
Adelia MunozThis training was amazing!! Full of so many wonderful activities that are versatile to use either in individual or family therapy, and also most can be used via telehealth.
Read MoreI was very impressed with the trainer's competence , knowledge and skillset. I've been to many trainings on this topic and even though this is the only one which was pre-recorded, I believe I got the most from this one. That's how incredible Liana Lowenstein is. Great webinar!
Read MoreI enjoyed the content of this training and how it implemented views and research from all over the world.
Read MoreShe was awesome! I feel more competent than before I took the training. I am excited to implement these interventions.
Read MoreGreat training on ADHD with lots of great creative interventions to begin using right away. I would definitely recommend this training!
Read MoreI really enjoyed this training. As a new up and coming play therapist I found the content to be relevant and applicable to my work with children and teens. The instructors were very knowledgeable and provided a lot of new techniques to keep in my toolbox.
Read MoreThe instructor presented the topic of child protection versus parental rights, and subsequently child right, and grandparent rights in a very interesting and engaging manner. She gave a thorough lesson of how various court cases have shaped these rights over time. Ethics and law in therapy is not always the most engaging topic and yet I found the topic/course fascinating and am curious to take similar courses given by this instructor in the future.
Read MoreIt was a great and interactive seminar that touched on many diverse and relevant techniques. It was a wealth of information. It was great to see all the different techniques being used around the world!
Read MoreEverything was highly educational and great for my practice!!
Jamie Mackling, MSE, LMHP_LPC.Wonderful presentation! Thank you!
MichelleVery engaging, well-presented, and skillfull therapist
Candace Scirrotto, MA, LCMHCLiana was wonderful. I learned a great deal and I'm very excited to implement these strategies in my practice. Core Wellness webinar training was very easy to use and I did not experience any technology glitches. Thank you very much!
Read MoreI found this training to be very useful! Not too long and came away with 4 different therapy activities I can implement easily!
Read MoreVery informative! Thank you.
Sora Braun, LCSW-CVery informative
Live ParticipantThe instructors were extremely knowledgeable! Grounded in theory, the interventions shared were extremely applicable to practice immediately. All of the instructors were fantastic at giving you the confidence to implement these great new resources.
Read MoreI really enjoyed this training. It has provided some tools to use with clients!
Niki Wezensky, MSW, LCSWI really found this training to meet all the objectives it laid out. It not only affirmed some of the things I already knew, but it also provided me with new language to present to my clients and parents in how to understand anger and emotion dysregulation. The instructors were clear in their explanations and provided really great hands-on play therapy techniques for real-world scenarios.
Read MoreThis training provided practical strategies and a framework for helping teens understand how they learned maladaptive behaviors and how learning alternatives can be empowering.
Read MoreGreat Training! Presenter was very knowledgeable.
AttendeeGood examples and directions for activities. I found it particularly heplful l in beginning a new practice that may include working with children and how to engage them in a virtual experience.
Read MoreReally interesting and helpful! I was just so impressed by how concrete the training was. Full of real hands on examples and ideas. The way each of the principles was taught was in a way we could describe it to a client. So appreciated.
Read MoreExperienced insight into play therapy sessions.
Alieu ADaramy, LMSWI appreciated this training because it made the concept of regulation more accessible and reinforced the importance of taking the discovery of regulation slowly and without rushing. I feel so often the therapeutic process can feel rushed and I think the reminder of spending a lot of time with developing these skills with clients is huge.
Read MoreI enjoyed the training from various therapists from around the world. The take-aways were amazing and I believe my clients will love these techniques.
Read MoreThe information was clear and thorough and explained the relevant concerns and how to address them and teach sexuality in a healthy way. The instructor was very knowledgeable and engaging.
Read MoreGreat!
Tracy ElamI enjoyed learning from a variety of professionals from around the world, and a variety of techniques that can be implemented into practice. I am looking forward to re-reviewing several as I implement them into my practice.
Read MoreI really enjoyed learning about the body memories and how the brain captures those memories. It was new information that I can share
Read MoreThe training was great! I loved how straight to the point it was and contained so much useful information. The presenter was well informed and prepared as the entire hour did not go to waste. Would highly recommend this training to others.
Read MoreI felt this training was beneficial in learning about anger techniques when working with children and teens. Some of the techniques were very creative and I feel I will be able to use them in my practice.
Read MoreThis training has been incredibly helpful in terms of helping me figure out how to best support my client's who struggle with eating disorders
Read MoreVery informative and useful
MSW ParticipantHighly appreciate all the effort!
Sandy Zhang, MA, MFTI learned a lot and found it applicable to my practice. I am interested in learning more about advanced hypnotherapy!
Read MoreI love CoreWellness CEU trainings! This is my fifth one, and each time I am always impressed by the quality of the presentation. There are a wide variety of topics and formats offered, and this makes it easy to pick and choose subjects that interest me. I never have to worry if the presentation will be of good quality because I know it will be!
Read MoreA practical webinar packed with information to help professionals work with children and adults during a crisis.
Read MoreGreat presentation. Quite informative.
Roseline Mordi, LCSW-CIt was very informative!
Ruchoma Skurnik, MSW, LCSW-CI think this was one of my favorite trainings ever! I love the examples and the explanations of how to use them and why they work. This is hands on material that will help me in my daily work with clients!
Read MoreThe instructors were engaging and presented the material clearly and with experience and knowledge that will be beneficial to my practice.
Read MoreThis was a fabulous training! There is really nothing I like more than extremely intelligent people that have an idea to share that is simple and effective.
Read MoreInformative and easy to follow and utilize material.
Jennifer Takahashi, PsyDThe training was helpful in thinking of how to use and integrate expressive therapies into the supervision space
Read MoreThere were so many interesting techniques that I heard about during this training. It was great to hear from so many experts and to learn about so many different techniques used with children, teens and families. I am not doing direct therapy right now but thought it would be interesting to hear about some of the techniques that are being used. It was very enlightening. Please continue to offer this training.
Read MoreJoseph is a phenomenal webinar teacher! He is interesting, energetic and knowledgeable.
ParticipantAwesome class with so many fantastic, useable tools!
Laura, MinneapolisWhat an amazing training! Dr. Treisman was able to articulate advanced concepts in a way that was easy to understand and applicable to my client cases. Dr. Treisman's concept of allowing the client to define "calming" for them is a game-changer and one that needs to be incorporated in all trauma-focused trainings.
Read MoreI was impressed at how organized this presentation was. I thought the host(s) were very knowledgeable and interesting. The tech was easy to navigate and super accessible. Clearly everyone involved with this put in a lot of hard work to make such a large prevention with multiple presenters flow so smoothly.
Read MoreThere was so much packed into this hour and it all flowed seamlessly together in a way that built upon the concepts. The instructor has an easy and pleasant manner and is obviously passionate about the topic.
Read MoreThank you Dr. Solan, that was very deep and fascinating. Some eye-opening Freudian concepts and I appreicated the second half with clinical applications.
Read MoreI love Liana's workshops . She is awesome!!!
Cheryl Tate, LCSWI really enjoyed feeling like I was sitting around a table with 4 masterminds!
Albert Knapp, Psy.D., BCBA-D, RPT-SThis has been the best training I have had the chance to attend. The moderator and presenters were knowledgeable and great to see so many ways that play therapy can be used and incorporated as well as the ideas that each brought to the table were stunning.
Read MoreThis was awesome!
Deborah WilliamsI found the course very helpful and practical; it gave excellent ideas and interventions that can be easily incorporated into sessions.
Read MoreThe speaker was pleasant to listen to, covered much in limited time, was informed, enjoyed his position helping others become informed.
Read MoreThis was probably the most useful workshop on play therapy that I've been to so far. It was straightforward and to the point of the research, the activity, the purpose, and the effectiveness. Each presenter seemed very knowledgeable on their topic, and I loved that presenters were from across the globe.
Read MoreAs someone with ADHD, my inner child felt heard and understood. Excellent presentation by well-versed clinician.
Read MoreAn excellent presentation on trauma and its relationship to life problems. The concept that trauma is related to the protection of the individual and is a normal protective response is a wonderful point. Five key interventions that were presented are extremely helpful
Read MoreLive Participant
The instructor presented the material in a professional, coherent manner. She made it easy to learn about teens.
Read MoreI really enjoyed the webinar and was able to take away many practical ideas to use in my play room. It is interesting to see how we come from all ends of the world with the same goal and although we use different approaches, the basics are the same. I would definitely attend more in the future!
Read MoreExcellent training! I like how she walked us through it using our own experiences, case scenarios, real life examples, and elicited examples of clients we currently work with. I also appreciate that she gave use actual handouts we can use with our clients.
Read MoreExcellent and many simple/clear ideas to work with.
MelodieVery professional presentation. The material is accessible and very relevant to any therapist.
Ivy Edelstein, LMSWI really enjoyed this course, and though there were a couple of small hang-ups with Zoom, I thought that the virtual training worked pretty well. It was helpful to learn more of the fundamentals of mindfulness, and to learn some exercises and techniques that can be used with clients. Would love to participate in a follow-up training with some case examples! Great training, and would recommend to others.
Read MoreI learned a lot from this course. The presenter was very knowledgeable and a good teacher of the subject.
Read MoreThis instructor does an excellent job.
Debi Williams, LPC, RPTThis training on school refusal was so helpful and practical. Instructor Lynn Louise Wonders shared a wealth of knowledge of what could be happening for a child as well as provided different theoretical responses that can be used to work with children and families as they work through the challenges of such. Lynn also provided several valuable resources that can be used and purchased when working with such families. I found the training to be extremely helpful and tactile. I would strongly recommend this training to anyone who is considering taking such.
Read MoreInvigorating and inspiring, such a refreshing view of couplehood.
MSW ParticipantI am always impressed by the trainings from Core Wellness CEU. Every one I have taken has truly been well-prepared, interactive, and engaging. The Somatic Interventions for Trauma Training that was offered by Dawn Bigler in May 2023 was informative, engaging, and well prepared. It was one of the rare trainings where I did not notice the time passing because I was so engrossed and learning so much.
Read MoreGreat course! Practical ideas based on evidence and understanding.
G. Martel. School counsellor, AustraliaThis course was filled with a lot of useful information/techniques. The techniques are simple and easy for me to teach my clients. I enjoyed the exchange between the moderator and the group.
Read MoreVery entertaining energetic and informative. I learned lots of new skills and new ways to look at anxiety.
Read MoreI attended a live webinar through Core Wellness and found it to be such a great experience. The registrations process is simple and the snippets of what the trainings will include are very informative. They have great prices and wide array of topics that will allow me to touch on many areas to expand my clinical knowledge. The presenter was knowledgable, personable, and effective. What a great training!
Read MoreMs. Lynn Louise Wonders is a very knowledge and experienced play therapist who provides informative information, playful interventions, and recourses regard to the issue of GAD in clinical practice when working with children and adolescents to facilitate the participant’s professional learning and growth.
Read MoreThis was a wonderful training. I learned many effective strategies to incorporate into work with my clients moving forward. I would recommend this training to anyone that is in need of new ideas to incorporate into their practice when working with children.
Read MoreLiana never disappoints! She is so full of knowledge, so creative and fun! Love her trainings!
Donna Dunlap, LCPC, RPTWonderful instructor, very well informed, very interesting presentation, I really enjoyed it.
Mina KirkovaI liked the organization of theories before sharing any of the techniques. I can then read up about the theory and extend on the techniques.
Read MoreExcellent. Very timely and useful!!
Mary Dowling LCSW-CWonderful course, very well thought out. I can tell that the presenter has spend lots of time preparing. Very useful information I can incorporate in my work with kids right away.
Read MoreI often get so caught up in how clients process their trauma in the therapy room, that I feel overwhelmed when it comes to treatment planning and actual interventions to use. This course helped me feel more confident in my ability to help trauma clients.
Read MoreI loved all activity and game ideas. It was nice to learn different modalities that could be used with client and their parents.
Read MoreThis trainer is highly skilled, experienced, engaging and effective presenter. This was a highly informative training on termination, leaving clinicians with multiple specific tools and interventions to faciliate more effective termination with the children and families they serve. I found this training to be very helpful in my clinical work with children and their families.
Read MoreLoved the engagement, loved the ability to practice different exercise!
Véronique, RSWContent was thorough, addressing both theory and practical applications. Speaker was knowledgeable and passionate about the subject. I enjoyed this training.
Read MoreI gained wonderful new ideas, skills and conceptualization that I can integrate both with clients and supervises. The trainers were knowledgeable and inspiring!
Read MoreWow, such useful interventions. Batsheva is an expert therapist and teacher!
LMSW ParticipantFantastic training, very engaging with so many new techniques to bring to the playroom. The demonstrations of how to implement the techniques were so valuable and makes it more likely that these activities will be incorporated into practice. Brilliant, 5 stars, would definitely recommend to others!
Read MoreThe training was very good. Nice to experience different therapists from different countries having the same challenges and giving useable techniques. Content and style of workshop was very good and easy to understand.
Read MoreGreat training! Dr. Webb exceeded my expectations in her practical approach to CEN!
Victoria G., MA, LCPCWonderful content, and Liana is just a rock star in the world of play therapy.
Debbie Cosentino, MSI am so glad I purchased this webinar! I will be able to utilize all of these activities immediately in sessions and it will greatly advance my clinical work with clients. The amount of information provided in the short timeframe makes it incredibly worthwhile. The instructor was well-spoken and clearly well-informed on the material. I'm looking forward to future trainings!
Read MoreMartha B. Straus was amazing! She is a wealth of knowledge and presented from a place of experience and compassion. I would highly recommend taking this course ASAP to start your year in a positive way to help children through this pandemic. I have left the training with a list of things I want to implement at the school I work in
Read MoreI loved that there were such a different variety of trainers and techniques, as well as one specific activity with each trainer as a take away. I thought Lianna did a beautiful job asking pertinent questions at the end of each presenter that were very applicable to using each of the interventions.
Read MoreThe training provided me with additional interventions to use with my clients because I run out of ideas.
Read MoreThis training was wonderful and it definitely gave me many techniques to immediately use with clients
Read MoreIt was very informative and I loved the format
ParticipantTrainer was well organized, thoughtful and culturally sensitive, current to our current world, and online virtual play therapy skills for all to use with clients to help them express their emotions.
Read MoreThe instructor was very knowledgeable and easy to listen to on this topic. Reunification is such a fragile situation faced by so many families and I am thankful for the opportunity to truly learn more in how to proceed with a play therapy approach. The instructor was engaging and I will definitely be looking for more webinars from this instructor, also already bought the book mentioned!! Thank you!
Read MoreExcellent and knowledgeable presenter.
Pamela McRae, LCSW-C, CSSWSCore Wellness courses are much more practical than many I have completed. I enjoy being able to walk away with skills that I can apply in my practice as opposed to just theories and statistics. I look forward to more courses from them.
Read MoreInsightful, relevant, and practical strategies to be trauma-informed and aware when working with clients as they transition from victim to survivor, then on to thriving!
Read MoreNice general overview of practical strategies to manage this crisis time
ParticipantThe instructor presented several interventions that can easily be used. She also shared how to modify things to a virtual setting and important considerations.
Read MoreThis training is beyond helpful as all Liana's presentations are. I am so grateful for all of these wonderful ideas!
Read MoreThis by the far best body image training I have ever attended. Although I watched a recorddd version, I wish I had been there for the live version!! Will definitely attend in the future.
Read MoreLoved the personable and interactive presentation. Professional and very applicable concepts to my work.
Read MoreShe was great, I really enjoyed it.
LeeAnna Perry, MA, LMFTLots of us helping professionals were suddenly faced with the challenge of moving a lot of our work online due to the pandemic. There is no doubt that engaging children online is often more challenging than in-person and it can be hard to find new online interventions at times. This course provided me with a variety of new interventions that I was able to use right away that the children enjoy! Thank you!
Read MoreThis was a great training, even virtually. I feel like a lot of play therapy trainings are challenging to make engaging while online, but Lynn does a good job of making the training come alive. Lynn is very respected in the field of play therapy and I'm excited to take more trainings with her!
Read MoreThe information provided in the training about the historical court cases that have led us to the current place we are with rights for children, parents and families was incredible. I'm not much of a history person but I thoroughly enjoyed learning about those cases.
Read MoreSuch an amazingly inclusive yet diverse training. I loved seeing all the demonstrations of the tools - really helped me visualize how I can implement in my own practice! Can't wait for the next training!
Read MoreI would rate this webinar as excellent. Liana was engaging and informative. She kept the presentation interesting and lively, finding a good balance between presenting didactic material and engaging us with interactive activities. The webinar was jam packed with creative, useful information that I feel quite comfortable integrating quickly into my work with children.
Read MoreVery informative training! I appreciated learning practical skills that I can share with my clients! The examples the presenter provided were also beneficial in understanding the concepts she was sharing. Thank you!
Read MoreDr. Tropper is genuine, energetic and an expert in child therapy. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to learn from him.
Read MoreWell done! Clear & concise presentation!
Dr. Richard KlimekThis was a great presentation with lots of tips to take to the client. Understanding how we can change our physiology and how we can translate that to our clients is amazing!
Read MoreThis was perfect for me as I had an abrupt termination with a nine-year-old client come up.
Karen SheinIt was very information and well presented with appropriate rationale for why termination is important along with creative techniques.
Read MoreThis was a great training and I honestly can't believe it was free! I learned a lot of new techniques that I know I will actually use with my clients. I also saw a few tools that I am interested in learning more about.
Read MoreThis was an amazing training. Liana Lowenstein is one of the most engaging presenters. I love that even though it was a recorded webinar, it felt live.
Read MoreVery well organized, presenter is very fluid, funny, and knowledgeable about this field.
AttendeeI truly enjoyed this training! I learned a lot that can be immediately implemented in my practice and will assist me in providing some guidance during supervision with my clinicians. I am recommending that they all enroll in this training. Thank you!
Read MoreThe presentation was very helpful.
Participant via WebinarInformative and helpful with a wide range of information.
Staci Ekblad LPCIt was great to see providers from all over the world and to learn a variety of interventions in one training.
Read MoreThis training has given me confidence that I can use these ideas and strategies in supervision to make it more meaningful, beneficial and playful, and overall more engaging.
Read MoreExcellent training. Easy to understand and very practical information!
Shaindel Wise, LCPC, LCPATAs a Trainee Playtherapist & Creative Psychotherapist I found the Webinar extremely interesting and beneficial. It provided a wealth of knowledge drawing on experienced professionals from all over the world. As well as providing new information, it provided insight into the variety of different ways that people are working in the same/similar fields. It was inspiring.
Read MoreI appreciated the ease of which the training was offered and provided.
Lilli Perez, PhD, RPT-SThis training was wonderful, clear and to the point. Easy to understand with valuable content.
Sora Kupfer, LCSW-CThe instructors were knowledgeable and provided detailed demonstration and explanations on how to apply strategies and activities with clients.
Read MoreExtremely helpful, and very interesting.
Melissa Reiner, LCPC, LPCMH, NCCThis was a super training! It was not overwhelming with too much information, had great interventions and tools to use with clients, and examples made it all come to life! Thank you!
Read MoreIt was a really good course and it provided good information. I really benefited from the personal examples used by Joseph to help bring new light to ethical dilemmas.
Read MoreI absolutely LOVED how the therapeutic process was likened to a journey and the activities all reflected this theme from assessment through to termination, and how creative the options were. This was well worth my time and money! Amazing!
Read MoreThis was a straight to the point training but still had an abundance of information. A one-hour CE training was conducive to my work day and it provided me with helpful tools. Dr. Joseph Tropper is very knowledgeable and personable, and I look forward to attending more trainings with him.
Read MoreThis training should be a must-do for all therapists to update and clarify understanding the differences between legal and ethical obligations of sharing protected information, as well as the boundaries necessary and reasons for the boundaries about use of social media with clients.
Read MoreThe training was unique in that it brought together perspectives and interventions from around the world, and I loved the sense of connection present in this webinar.
Read MoreThe instructor was able to keep my attention with her mastery of skill, content and her style.
Sheila Osbourne, PhDI thought it was excellent and again Liana had so many ideas and resources to pass on.
Chantal Piercy (Therapeutic Play Practitioner)PDG= Pretty Darn Good
AttendeeThis training was really enjoyable! Batsheva was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and clear in her explanation of strategies. This course was excellent.
Read MoreI loved the topic and points were clear. It was difficult to take notes because the presenter was talking too quickly
Read MoreI will have to watch it a couple of times to absorb the abundance of information!
Diana TropperI really appreciate the language used and attention paid to describing and connecting some important key elements of DBT. I picked up some new and meaningful ways to have conversations with the middle school-aged DBT group I facilitate.
Read MoreThis training was amazing. It helped me understand the foundations of play therapy and how it all connects. I usually don't do well with learning history, but this training kept my attention and focus. I feel excited and encouraged to continue to learn about play therapy theories, models, and interventions.
Read MoreThis course was very useful to help clinicians transition from traditional office therapy to teletherapy. Thank you Lianna!
Read MoreExcellent.
Laura C AndersonLove the presenter. She was thorough, very well prepared, informative, and facilitated the course well with regard to providing concrete examples.
Read MoreI truly appreciated this webinar during such a difficult and challenging time. Additionally, as a retired and now returning to practice clinician, I so appreciated ideas on doing telehealth. Liana has always been one of my favorite presenters and provider of great materials to use with children. Thank you so much.
Read MoreI found the information extremely helpful. Some of the children I work with have severe behavioral issues and are working on increasing their focus beyond 30 seconds; as such, not all of the techniques were relevant for my client demographic. But where applicable, the lessons here have been effective, particular with children who experience anxiety, lack interpersonal skills, and who experience symptoms of trauma disorders and attachment disorders. Some of the presenters gave useful, fresh ideas for telehealth with children.
Read MoreAs a play therapist working in family court work, this training was practical and skillfully presented in a short training. I would recommend this training to anyone working with parent-child contact problems or seeing families who are experiencing separation.
Read MoreMs. Liana Lowenstein is a very knowledge and experienced play therapist who provides informative information, playful interventions, and recourses regard to the common issues in clinical practice when working with children and adolescents to facilitate the participant’s professional learning and growth.
Read MoreAs a clinician that was attending just to gain some more insight into play therapy as I have not used it in some time, I wanted to learn some strategies to apply to my work with adolescents on the Autism Spectrum. The content and presentations were presented clearly and useful. I enjoyed learning from professionals from all over the world. Thank you for the opportunity.
Read MoreThe presented was knowledgeable and efficient. He was approachable and presented great material. I really enjoyed it.
Read MoreI was so impressed by this training! The knowledge of the instructor really helped me grasp how trauma shows up in the experiences of the clients I work with, and I felt like I was learning things I could apply in my practice even today.
Read MoreBeth is highly trained and gave an informative workshop with many examples.
Kim Levone, LCSW-C Director of Clinical ServicesTraining was concise and informative. Information presented was applicable to my own practice. Presenter delivered the information in an interactive and engaging way, would def. take another workshop with her!
Read MoreI really loved how clear and simple each instructor introduced their own interventions and shared it with us all. I learned so much in the short period of this CE training.
Read MoreThis training was very helpful. I printed off the worksheets that went along with the training, which helped immensely. I took notes, as well.
Read MoreI watched the recorded webinar afterwards, but I benefited from others questions and the instructors responses. The handouts were also very clear and easy to follow along with. The instructor was very knowledgeable and easy to listen to.
Read MoreExcellent presenter who utilized information, activity, client scenarios to help understand the principles.
Read MoreThe training was relevant and helpful to my practice. The instructor was knowledgeable and an expert in their area.
Read MoreThis was a wonderful session that was very clear in applying what we know about neuroscience and behavior to the structure of telehealth play therapy sessions, along with excellent practical strategies that can be stargeically implemented immediately.
Read MoreThis was an excellent training that pulled from many diverse backgrounds that I would have probably never known about or experienced. I would highly recommend this to others and would love to make this an annual event.
Read MoreI truly enjoyed learning from so many experts in the field of play therapy. I plan to incorporate several of these techniques into my work with children. I found the handouts to be very helpful as well, and I know that I will be referring back to them frequently! Thank you for making this training available!
Read MoreThe info about the archetypes and interpreting masks was fascinating and helpful. Thank you for a great training.
Read MoreWonderful presentation. The presenter was very knowledgeable and made the topic interesting.
Live ParticipantThis was a great training with interventions I can use on a daily basis! I love that it was a multi-faceted approach and feel as though I obtained the best little secret from each presenter's work!
Read MoreMy name is Jada Clark, MS, Resident in Counseling. The training was very insightful and provided me with resources to rely on as I continue enhance my counseling skills. As a beginning counselor, my goals are to strengthen connections between parents and their children to promote cohesion within the home and the family unity.
Read MoreGood and thorough, thank you.
Social Worker ParticipantExcellent training! It was a comprehensive and detailed training. The videos of the sessions were very helpful
Read MoreKadesha Adelakun is a wise guide in navigating cultural and racial considerations for play therapists. She is an important voice in the counseling community, celebrating the dignity of every unique individual and their story.
Read MoreThis was a great training on Positive Psychology. While most of us probably use components of this model, it was nice to learn more helpful strategies and interventions to use with clients.
Read MoreI really loved this training, all the presenters had such relevant techniques. I loved the way that they had practical examples of how to implement the specific interventions.
Read MoreThis is a great intro training to Bipolar D/O. It goes through all of the criteria for the different diagnosis, episodes, psychotic features etc. It's clear and the instructor does a good job mixing in her experience working with individuals with BD along side describing the illness.
Read MoreExcellent overview and delivery!
Shimon Susskind, LMHCIt's great to have so many experienced people sharing their techniques at the same time!
Bethany Chime, MA, LPCC-SExcellent presenter who was so engaging and filled with ideas.
Miles GoldsteinThis training made me want to continue working with children. As a clinician that has a range of clients, I felt defeated in working with children because the classic clinical talk therapy is too advanced for children. This training showed me how to help children process trauma and work on necessary goals through play and art in an interactive and practical way. The instructor was fabulous, highly reccomend.
Read MoreThis is excellent!
Ashley Usita, LMHC, MAExcellent presenter, very knowledgeable.
ParticipantVery relevant and applicable information provided in each training I have taken. These trainings enrich therapeutic practice, and offer great insight into various areas of intervention & practice. This site is my go-to for ongoing CE trainings.
Read MoreReally enjoyed this very practical and useful course.
Christine, teacher and play therapist, IrelandThis webinar is packed full of useful ideas and strategies to use in your counselling practice.
Shelley Mountain-ColletteI love that Core Wellness offer an opportunity to earn CEU's at a very reasonable to no cost. The sessions are very informative and always interactive.
Read MoreGreat presentation with lots of useful information. It was easy to understand. I definitely want to learn more.
Read MoreThis is my second year of attending the webinar for Playborhood. I enjoyed all of the presenters and the activities that they presented in 2021 that I was excited to see what was in store for 2022. THEY DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! I got some more great activities to use with my clients. It also inspired me and got my creative wheels going in my head to add to the activities presented. I can't wait for the next one! One day I hope to be a presenter for Playborhood!
Read MoreIt would be helpful to integrate this behaviour intervention with use of polyvagal arousal.
Greta Joy, MA RCCThis was a great course. It was helpful to see case examples and hear about other people's experiences as well.
Read MoreGreat training and instructor!
Clarissa Caskey, MA, LCMHCAAll of the instructors were amazing! Practical information that is relevant to my clinical work daily.
Read MoreThis training was an excellent place to learn specific activities to implement in my practice. The presenters were knowledgeable on their topic and brought to the table alternatives with the activities supplies if you are unable to obtain what they used for the activity. I loved learning the science behind the activities and how to discuss afterwards with our clients.
Read MoreThorough presentation by a knowledgeable and clearly passionate clinician!
Megan Y.As a social worker, I greatly enjoyed the continued education training provided to my organization on the overview of trauma informed care. Its great to hear about other specialties in the field and get insight to their work. I felt the training was very clear and informative and that the trainer had a lot of knowledge and passion for the topic. Thank you!
Read MoreThis was a great training. I really appreciated having three separate presenters who all offered valuable information and great techniques.
Read MoreThis was an excellent training. The instructor was great, and the handouts were extremely helpful.
MSW ParticipantI felt like the training overall was a good start into learning how to best treat eating disorders and look forward to future trainings.
Read MoreThis was an excellent training that I can begin using today with my clients. I found all of it very interesting and it has inspired me to learn more in these areas.
Read MoreSo grateful for this timely and free opportunity to keep my play therapy credentials current. Access and cost have been a big factor in maintaining credentials in the past year and this assistance is greatly appreciated
Read MoreMs. Lynn Louise Wonders is a very knowledge and experienced play therapist who provides informative information and recourses regard to the topic of supervision in clinical practice to facilitate the participant’s professional learning and growth.
Read MoreI thought this was a great and informative training. It was easy to follow and apply to your own personal professional development. Sueann Kenney-Noziska and Liana Lowenstein provided so much insight on how to facilitate a strong supervisory experience and how best to meet supervisee's where they are at in their professional and educational training. I appreciated the variety of interventions and techniques that could be adapted with client's and families as well as with supervisee's. The handouts and examples are wonderful and super helpful! I appreciated how they engaged the audience during the presentation and allowed for feedback and other's to participate or share experiences. The role playing was helpful to listen to as well. This was a very engaging, fun, and valuable training to listen to!. I would definitely recommend!
Read MoreVery helpful information. Thank you!
ParticipantThis training was absolutely exceptional. I loved all of it. From the resources to share with parents, the assessment and treatment plan ideas, to the examples from her own practice. Further to that also sharing the many resources and developmentally fitting strategies that she has spent much time learning about and then creating herself as well. I so appreciate the generosity and am so excited to share this with the children and families coming in to see me next week!
Read MoreI really appreciated the wide variety of techniques and enjoyed hearing from so many excellent therapists/presenters.
Read MoreThe course was so inspiring and educational. I learnt so much and am already wanting the next one! Wow!! Cannot wait to try them. I love the practicality of the ideas and that they were not costly!
Read MoreThis training is a must for anyone working with kids and trauma! You are all awesome. Best virtually trainings I have experienced.
Read MoreMaterial was presented in a passionate, personable and relatable way. I already recommended the webinar to a friend on the break!
Read MoreI really liked all the videos! It was great all around. I learned how to hear, empathize and communicate with couples effectively. The 10 points to focus on when working with couples. Also, communication and empathy is key.
Read MoreBoth presenters were absolutely brilliant! Very informative and engaging.
Live ParticipantThe 2021 play therapy conference was a wonderful experience! It had many practical interventions to utilize during our therapeutic sessions. I loved the multicultural aspect of different presenters from around the world. I am looking forward to future trainings.
Read MoreCovered tons of relevant material. Fantastic! Great introduction to telehealth!
Verified ParticipantExcellent training! A lot to take in during one sitting, but I would not take anything out, very helpful and practical. Very engaging, thank you!
Read MoreVery informative presentation, with applicable techniques which can easily be incorporated into client sessions. Instructor was very knowledgeable on the subject matter, and comfortably answered questions throughout.
Read MoreExcellent! Presenter was very knowledgeable and interactive.
Ashley Saltzman, LCPC, NCCFull of great content and ideas that were expertly demonstrated.
Adriana Reed, LICSWGreat training. Pleasure learning from Lynn's experience and expertise.
Melissa Guthrie ThomasI really like Liana's webinars. They give me ideas for how to make sessions fun and engaging.
Read MoreEnthusiastic well-informed presenter made the learning time fun... bonus was the CEU!
Dina P. McDonald, M.S., MATS, CADC-IIGreat training! Hedy is amazing and so inspirational! Learning about the EcCT was so helpful.
ParticipantRecorded Participant
I really liked the Sexual Trauma Healing Program. I think it is a good structure. I also appreciate Dr. Tropper's explanation for asking questions regarding drinking and other addictive habits, as clients may not be upfront about their use.
Read MoreThis training kept my interest up and will be of great use in the future.
Live ParticipantPresenter was knowledge and explained interventions in a concise manner. A great training.
Gloria Fontes, LCSWThe summit was an excellent introduction to many creative approaches by some of the most talented play therapists. Thank you.
Read MoreI loved this training! This is my second time doing this training and would do it again. Along time ago I went to a training on sexual abuse with children from Liana Lowenstein and received a lot of good information. I certainly would go to another training in the future.
Read MoreIn was really inspiring and eye opening. I came out feeling so happy and enriched with all the new information I could incorporate into daily practice.
Read MoreVery informative and definitely pointed me towards resources to get the ball rolling.
Melissa, LMSW in NYCThis course is a great introduction into the foundations of trauma. It synthesizes key details from the works of trauma experts Peter Levin and Bessel van deer Kolk, and offers ways for clinicians to expand their treatment efficacy with effective treatment modalities.
Read MoreI loved that my supervisor found this for me!
Patrica zeyher NCC, LPCC, ATR-P, MA.Loved the 3 c's method! Very informative and concise information relevant to clinical practice.
Read MoreThis was a wonderful training and I look forward to the other three parts of the series
Katherin A. Schultz MS LMFT CSACVery knowledgable! Engaging and thorough!
Connie Meyerowitz, LCSW-CThis was an extremely helpful and relevant course and I found it very useful!
Kayla Drummond, LMSWI really appreciate the practical application.
Natalie OvcharovLove, love, love the information and how it was presented on polyvagal theory and how to teach this to kids! This was AMAZING!!!
Read MoreKadesha's examples were excellent, relatable, and increased self-reflection. I loved how she broke down intent vs impact. Very powerful!
Read MoreExcellent and timely course, critical for all clinicians using teletherapy at this time.
Pamela McRae, LCSW-C, CSSWSThis training is great at identifying and explaining roles a supervisor may take with new supervisees, both in general and specific to play therapy.
Read MoreThis was a fantastic training, there were so many creative ideas presented with information about the theories behind using the different interventions. I look forward to future offerings!
Read MoreThis course included creative ways to teach and interact with your supervisees.
Sandra Allen, LPC-S, Registered Play Therapist - SDr. Ohnogi was very thorough in her presentation and provided some good, creative activities.
Geri Bough, LCSW, RPT-SIt provided information appropriately and in a concise and useful manner.
Emily Bucheimer LCSW-CCORE CE is always educational and beneficial for me. I am able to interact with other clinicians around the country and find out what the best practices are currently.
Read MoreExcellent content.
ParticipantThis instructor was very knowledgeable and included real life examples of situations.
Heather SanfordWonderful presentation by Dr. Diane Bigler teaching therapists valuable and applicable skills of how to work with patients through the framework of narrative therapy.
Read MoreExcellent information clearly presented. Much to think about and apply to enhance my practice.
ParticipantI felt the training was wonderful and enjoyed the multicultural aspect of the training. I felt the instructors presented some very new ideas and information.
Read MoreThe handouts will prove very useful as I revisit my notes from the live webinar. The facilitator's personal experiences were helpful in driving home various concepts covered in the handout.
Read MoreI found this very useful as there were many practical strategies shared which could be used now, straightaway.
Read MoreA fantastic brief overview of eating disorders that is not negative towards different body types and recognizes how to treat clients experiencing EDs of all types. Offered many different clinical interventions as well as when to make the decision to refer to higher levels of care.
Read MoreFull of useful and thoughtful information.
Pam McRae, LCSW-C, CSSWSThe presenter was engaging and presented the subject matter of why teens engage in self injurious behavior and techniques we can use to help treat these patients in therapy in a clear and constructive manner. I would be interested in other workshops by this instructor in the future.
Read MoreMs Dilworth made a challenging topic accessible and provided many great easily usable techniques. Thank you!
Read MoreThis was the best training for the money! It was very economical and the education exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be using Core Wellness for CEs in the future.
Read MoreThe instructor was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and kept my attention. She explained the reasoning why things are helpful and gave step-by-step instructions which is helpful. I would recommend this for anyone.
Read MoreI've attended all 3 of the Welcome to the Playborhood trainings and I love them so much. It is great to learn new ways to bring play therapy to my work. I enjoy the multiple perspectives from around the world.
Read MoreExcellent clinical review of eating disorder treatment using FBT, IMT. Explained clearly from the medical and psychological viewpoint the severity and complexity of treating eating disorder clients, and reinforced the necessity of this specialization due to the lethality of this population.
Read MoreThey were all very knowledgeable. I especially appreciated Lisa Dion's presentation and her real-life examples.
Read MoreThe presenter presented the course on talking to children and adults about crisis, particularly in this crisis age of COVID, in a very clear and currently appropriate manner. He provided developmentally appropriate techniques to use with varying age groups facing crisis.
Read MoreKathryn Krase presented the material in a helpful and organized manner. Her background and wealth of knowledge is impressive! I'm looking forward to hearing her speak again on various topics.
Read MoreThe training was engaging and I would recommend this presenter.
Live ParticipantThe training was thorough and provided real life changing techniques I can use in my practice.
Victoria G., MA, LCPCAmazing! Just talked a little too fast while I was trying to take notes.
Courtney Miller, LPCThis training gave practical knowledge and skills to help various clients using play-therapy techniques. It gave specific interventions to use with clients, a very brief theoretical framework and showed how to use the interventions with clients. The instructors were straight and to the point. It was very easy to listen to.
Read MoreI loved this training! As a practicing play therapist who is always looking for new ideas and ways to work with kids and their families, this training provided me with the knowledge I needed on topics I felt I need more understanding around while also giving me concrete interventions to try with my clients right now. I would highly recommend any trainings provided by Core Wellness in the future as I will be looking into what to take next!
Read MoreAlthough this is a dry subject area, the presenter was knowledgeable and interactive, thus aiding in the assimilation of information.
Read MoreThis was an excellent training, I learned so much and especially benefited from ways to include parents at each step of TF-CBT. I always look forward to her trainings!
Read MoreAn excellent training opportunity with out of the box presenters and first class tech finishes.
Read MoreThe presentation was well organized and very informative
Live ParticipantSuperb training, I reallly gained from the effective questions for prompting answers about crisis situations and in working with kids.
Read MoreMs. Liana Lowenstein is a very knowledgeable and experienced play therapist who provides informative professional information, playful interventions and recourses regard to working with children and adolescents to facilitate the participant’s professional learning and growth. She also helps to contribute to the connection with mental health professionals and/or play therapists around the world in order to build an international play therapy community.
Read MoreThe training today was so impressive! To be able to hear from Play Therapists from around the world on the techniques that they use in practice was so helpful. We are all over the world and yet we are the same, doing the same work, and changing lives for the better. Brilliant!
Read MorePresentation was clear and concise - extremely informative and useful for clinicians of all levels!
Read MoreThis training provided some helpful techniques for me to incorporate into my practice.
Renee Comstock, LCWThis was an excellent training and provided a wealth of knowledge regarding working with tween girls. I always thought art therapy would be a great approach but after working with a prejudice art therapist in Baltimore, MD--I lost interest. Now, I have a different approach and outlook. Thank you!
Read MoreAmazing!
Jodi Walters MSSA, LISWI really enjoyed this presentation. The interventions were well-explained and useful.
Susan Smith, LCSW-CGreat training providing important resources on exploring a safe/calm place with those you work with and reminder that this intervention is individual to each child, teen and family.
Read MoreI am much more informed about the concept of eating disorders and how they manifest and present in patients. Also several good interventions to the treatment process.
Read MoreThis training was great and very educational regarding ED diagnosis and treatment
Patricia WilliamsThis is an excellent program if you are considering setting up new telehealth services.
Shelly Mohnkern, LGPCGood info
ParticipantExcellent course, packed full of guidance and interventions!
Kecia Guerra, MA, QMHP-C, CCTPI thought the training presented many useful activities for therapists to use across all ages. I work with children ages 5-14 so it was helpful to have activities that could be used with each of age group.
Read MoreAbsolutely best training yet attended on Core Wellness
Debbie ReminesThis was excellent! I have taken many play therapy trainings but none as amazing as this one. I highly recommend!
Read MoreExcellent information and strategies for group supervision.
Melissa Guthrie Thomas LCSW, LPC, CPCS, RPTKnowledgable, presenter; clear, good strategies. Excellent information, very practical.
Greg Godard, R. Psych.It's a beautiful day in the playborhood: World Edition! was a fabulous training in learning different play therapy techniques from experts around the world. I learned valuable tools to use in the clinical setting and also with students that I work with in a public school. I look forward to using these techniques and integrating them into my practice. The Core Wellness team was prompt at answering questions and the training was well timed and laid out.
Read MoreThis training was great, all very much aligned with my practice and was trauma informed and attachment based. It was an extremely useful training, and it was very gracious to offer it to us free of charge. I can't wait to integrate what I've learned into my practice.
Read MoreLoved the diversity and practical application.
Connie Meyerowitz, LCSW-CExtremely-best mindful training I have attended. Clear useful examples to use with clients.
Allison GriffinThis course was great and very relatable. Liana was well informed and communicated her ideas and knowledge very clearly and effectively.
Read MoreI love a good experiential training. So engaging, and so much more useful, educationally, than a lecture
Read MoreThis training was excellent is teaching child clinicians about this common but little known childhood challenge. I liked the history, the interventions, and the encouragement that parents need to be involved.
Read MoreI very much enjoyed the workshop and feel that I now have more ownership to give over TKT in a professional and sensitive way.
Read MoreThis course was helpful in recognizing signs and symptoms of trauma, understanding how trauma affects areas of the brain, and brief overview of modalities to help address maladaptive coping mechanisms during therapeutic sessions.
Read MoreExcellent course, excellent material and excellent presenter!
ParticipantThis training was very informative and provided so many useful interventions. I left with so many new tools and strategies that I can use in sessions with children and families.
Read MoreThis training was extremely helpful for me. I have been in the field for 2 years, so I'm fairly new at therapy. I enjoyed learning different interventions that would help improve the work I do with kids.
Read MoreThis workshop was refreshing and informative. The resources and lessons provided will be utilized in my practice. We can all be reminded to lean in to be with our clients rather than above them.
Read MoreThe training was precise and detailed with creative techniques to use in practice. The instructor was easy to understand and organized; maintained my attention for the length of the training.
Read MoreInstructor was very knowledgable and engaging and presented the topic very well, including relevant videos and slides pertaining to the topic.
Read MoreThis is a great training to understand trauma from a glass half full perspective
Annuli Higgins, LMSWGreat presentation.
AttendeeThis training was very convenient and offered basic information of a lot of different play therapy techniques. It was easily accessible and allows for the viewer to see many different techniques that can pique your interest and lead you to research them further.
Read MoreI thought the instructor was really knowledgeable and the content was relevant and appropriate for my work. Virtual trainings are always more difficult to engage with but the game examples helped keep my interest.
Read MoreI deal with difficult anger issues and kids who refuse to talk. This workshop transformed my outlook and gave me an entire toolbox of interventions which I will be using with my clients. Thank you so much! I can’t compliment and recommend this workshop enough
Read MoreThis training provided practical examples that I can use right away!
Amy Regian, LCSW-RI enjoyed this course, I felt that the presenter had a lot of expertise in the topic
Paige MacKenzieThe instructor was knowledgable of the content being taught. Great basic level training for utilizing games in the playroom.
Read MoreThis training provided me with tons of new and creative interventions that I can't wait to bring into sessions with clients. The speakers were knowledgeable and engaging. The presentation ran smoothly and was convenient to access! I highly recommend it!
Read MoreExcellent training.
Ruchoma SkurnikExcellent.
Cheryl Tate, lcswExcellent course.
Recorded Webinar ParticipantFabulous course with experiential exercises and discussions afterwards to learn from others.
Esther Schencks BSc, MAThe instructors were great - relevant and knowledgeable. The training itself was sometimes hard to hear/understand due to poor sound quality.
Read MoreIt's great to know how to begin helping our clients who are struggling with eating disorders!
Bethany Chime, MA, LPCC-SI thought the training was relative and up to date to everyday standards that should be used in everyday practice. The trainer was precise on information and gave opportunity to ask questions and interact.
Read MoreI enjoyed that the strategies and techniques were also tied back to theoretical frameworks. I enjoyed hearing about each presenters experience and credentials. I liked the examples that were provided throughout so that participants could really see the strategies in practice, I also enjoyed Liana asking additional questions to presenters especially in how to prompt a client when using the different tools. I enjoyed that the materials were provided in the handouts!
Read MoreInstructor was very knowledgeable and a great presenter.
Paige MacKenzie LPCCExcellent course. An eye opener. I got somany possibilities to expand my practice.
Michael Meir, MD, PhD, LMHCIt is an international play therapy conference as all the speakers are dedicated in helping children with play techniques. Their deep love of children is seem through the techniques sharing in the webinar. My heart is deeply touched by our presenters and hope to learn more from each of them. Thank you to the organizer - it was such a success and wonderful experience for me.
Read MoreThis training was approachable and skillfully presented. I found myself walking away with a higher understanding of translating case conceptualization to treatment planning through the framework of the therapeutic powers of play. Although the trainer come from a very different theoretical background then myself I think she did a truly wonderful job exploring treatment planning from a variety of approaches which I found very helpful!
Read MoreThank you for this useful and relevant training!
Tonya Kinnaman, MA, LPC, NCCThis training helps me get fresh new ideas for working with children in engaging ways. All instructors' ideas were well thought out and planned.
Read MoreGreat instructor! Looking forward to the rest of the masterclass.
Recorded ParticipantI enjoyed this training. The deeper dynamics of working with seasoned clinicians was timely as I begin working with independently licensed counselors working toward their RPT.
Read MoreIt was excellent and extremely informative. Speaker was awesome and explained the information clearly.
Read MoreThis is the 2nd Playborhood event I have attended, and each time I have been truly inspired and leave eager to try some of the new interventions I learned. I love hearing from clinicians from all over the world and to see how Liana has drawn everyone together to create this engaging forum. As a TF-CBT trainer and therapist, I can't wait to implement some of these ideas into the trauma work that I do.
Read MoreI really enjoyed this training even though I did not attend the live webinar. I always come back to the content that was presented in this training for reference when working with clients. I do wish that self harming /SI was a topic that was discussed in this training because it is very prominent within the child/ tween age range. Overall, I thought the instructor's activities and style were great. I learned a lot from this training and am excited to come back for the next edition!
Read MoreThis training balances emphasis on the basics of online therapy with children and specific and useful interventions that can be done via telehealth with children. The interventions provided can be used with a wide array of focus/concentration abilities and a variety of symptoms/diagnoses. They are both fun to help with engagement, and grounding to help with kids who are easily amped up or dysregulated by physically active interventions. I appreciate the variety of interventions and that many of them can be implemented both via telehealth and in person.
Read MoreExtremely well organized and thoughtful presentation.
Pat SmallThe facilitator was highly skilled and was able to add-on the presenters' techniques.
Emma O'Grady, LCSWC, RPT-SDr. Gibson is very informative and knowledgeable about the subject of insomnia. Great information for counselors.
Read MoreLiana was fantastic! Great training with tons of hands-on application!
Amanda Marshall, LMSWVery knowledgeable and relatable to real-life examples.
Josue Medrano, APCCGreat presenter! Articulate and easy to understand. Good specific interventions.
MSW ParticipantI had studied DBT some, but never in relation to a Bipolar diagnosis. The techniques and considerations given were very helpful! Treating the person and the coping behavior, rather than their diagnosis as a definition of who they are is an amazing lens to learn from! These techniques can help anyone with Bipolar, their loved ones, or anyone experiencing life stressors. Sheri was very easy to listen to and the time flew by.
Read MoreI am completely new to this platform. Training was thorough and I have needed information to provide ethical services.
Read MoreBeth is highly trained and gave an informative workshop with many examples.
Kim Levone, LCSW-C Director of Clinical ServicesThis is a fantastic introduction into DBT. The facilitator was experienced and knowledgeable and gave examples of how to implement the strategies of DBT that can be used immediately with clients.
Read MoreThis program was invaluable to me. I feel now more confident in my abilities to better help students and their parents learn how to regulate themselves.
Read MoreAmazing training! Useful and creative interventions! Best training I've had in a while!
Batsheva Hartstein LCSW-C, RPT-SI thought this training was very useful and I can't wait to implement some of the games for kids. The instructor was clear and understandable.
Read MoreI fully enjoyed this training and found it informational and helpful.
Melanie Hunt. LPCThis training was very informative. Miss Dilworth was personable and engaging. I will definitely utilize this information professionally and personally.
Read MoreI enjoyed the opportunity to hear from therapists around the world. We rarely get the chance to hear from others around the world and it is delightful we are doing great things all over! They provided real life perspectives and techniques that I can use in my own practice. I am excited to share I am using techniques from colleagues around the world!
Read MoreExceptional use of media and very well thought out.
Malgosia Cegielski Ph.D.This training was incredibly helpful. I received an overview of helpful therapies and resources to learn more and receive certifications in those therapies. With certain therapy styles, I've learned enough today to get started with clients if I wanted. I learned so many informative techniques to use with clients and plan to implement in my session this evening. I appreciated that the techniques were diverse and catered to the needs and mindsets of clients at varying points of the healing process and with different preferred healing and learning modalities.
Read MoreThis was a helpful tool providing steps to help start your own practice which helped reduce the worry about how to go about doing it.
Read MoreThe training was very intriguing and pertinent to the population of kiddos I work with. I feel like I understand all the kids with sensory issues so much more in-depth now.
Read MorePresenter was very knowledgeable, a little low energy. Part of that is due to video format I think.
Read MoreShe's amazing, love her work and trainings.
Audra Lozano, MA, LPC, RPTI loved April's teaching style. She is engaging, clear and informative. I will absolutely take a workshop with her again.
Read MoreThis whole training felt so quick because of how engaging the presenters were and how useful the information was. The techniques are incredibly applicable and adaptable for many different clients and can't wait to make use of them. Thank you!
Read MoreThis training was much more than I expected! I learned so many fresh techniques, how to process through them with clients, and can start using them immediately.
Read MoreThis is my second attendance of this program and each time I learn something new. The information each presenter brings is full of great connection pieces, conceptualization components, and fun. It is easily accessible, understandable, and thorough. Thankful to have found this program and that I have been able to attend.
Read MoreIt is a useful course to learn activities to engage, develop rapport, and help children & adolescents express themselves.
Read MoreA creative and informative session! Thank-you!
Dave Peirce M.S.W., RSWThe instructor presented the topic of the ethics behind reporting child neglect in a clear and thorough manner, exploring such related issues as when we are mandated to report and when not, use of corporal punishment, etc.
Read MoreI thought this training was well-prepared and skillfully presented. I was engaged and learned about a lot of new activities I can use in treating kids and teens in my own practice.
Read MoreThis was excellent training and Liana is amazing! She is very knowledgeable.
Live ParticipantI really liked learning how PTSD can be seen and treated in a couple.
Josue MedranoThis training was incredibly helpful to me to increase my understanding of AI and it's applications to my practice.
Read MoreAmazing! Informative and very clear. I learned a lot from this.
Kayla Pallister, BSWThe instructor presented the topic of tackling trauma in play therapy in an engaging and very clear manner, explaining concepts such as the use of touch in play therapy, and it’s pros and cons as well as other interventions that can best help children experiencing trauma navigate the inevitable issues that arise.
Read MoreTiffani was very knowledgeable and her training was comprehensive. Great use of my resources to attend her training!
Read MoreLiana offered many helpful ideas that are immediately implementable for effective online therapy.
Stacy Nalley, LCSWLynn does a wonderful job with her presentations. They are full of good techniques and practical interventions.
Read MoreVery practical and timely information. Provided very useful information on the developmental considerations in dealing with traumatic subjects, particularly the current Coronavirus pandemic.
Read MoreThe instructor was clear, engaging, and very knowledgeable. I would love to attend his in-person trainings in the near future!
Read MoreRather than the instructor using this as primarily a base to elicit more trainees, or to tell her stories, she was on-point, warm, and professional, My time was very-well spent and I took away additional tools I can utilize today. Thank you!
Read MoreThis training was great! It had a nice balance of theory, assessment, and interventions. I enjoyed the experiential parts of the session as it allowed demonstration of some of the techniques mentioned. I now feel more confident in addressing grief with child and adolescent clients.
Read MoreIt was great!
Live ParticipantExpressive Arts Webinar was a great training full of creative expressive interventions to use with clients of all ages.
Read MoreThis was straightforward, useful, and easy to follow. I don't directly work with many trafficking victims, but still found the information useful to be aware of.
Read MoreVery good presentation and really great energy from instructor with practical and very helpful explanations!
Read MoreI'm happy I attended the course. I learned a lot of tools and innovative resources to engage children online. It is hard to plan and try to retain the focus of children through a monitor, but the techniques and ideas provided are fun, and children love fun. If they do not feel like it is a session or exercise, they will look forward to meeting the counselor weekly or during the scheduled time. The facilitator did a great job giving examples and including attendees to participate. Although I was in the crowd, she made me feel like a happy kid in the session. She does an amazing job with her tone, occasional smiles and making the attendees feel welcome. I will use some of what I learned today and apply it to my practice.
Read MoreThe training was excellent and provided essential information for therapists that work with children.
Read MoreThis training was excellent. The topics covered by the instructors were useful and easy to apply.
Kori Brown, LCSW, RPTThis training was amazing! Everything I was looking for in this training was accomplished and went above and beyond my expectations. 10/10 would recommend!
Read MoreThe presenter presented this very difficult topic in an engaging, clear and concise manner. She effectively communicated different techniques we can use to help our own patients in treatment to better help them with their grief.
Read MoreVery informative Telehealth webinar, especially during these difficult times!
ParticipantI thought it was a wonderful idea to bring together play therapist's from around the world. I was able to see the differences and similarities between all of the instructor's. I thought it was extremely helpful to see the techniques demonstrated. I appreciated the inclusion of theoretical orientation and discussion sections. I will be utilizing these techniques in my practice as a play therapist. I hope that more of these trainings will be done in the future.
Read MoreThe training had a good balance of theoretical orientation and techniques to implement in session.
Lynnette Arriola, MSW, LCSW, LPC, RPTWhat a gift! I'm so inspired now to try some of these new techniques. Thank you so much!
Read MoreThe training was concrete with actionable items to help clients after leaving training.
Nancy Voight, LCSW-CI love this world wide training on real world practices for therapist with various backgrounds and across cultural differences. Real techniques, simple to use, and effective for reaching children and even adults. Liana Loweinstein is a gem and model what we need in such a tremendously confusing Pandemic life to help families adapt. This Training is Current and needed across the world! Thanks for this!
Read MoreThis presentation packs a lot of foundational knowledge into a short period of time.
Karen Kallen-Brown, MS, MEdThe training was wonderful!
Kathryn Hamelin LMFT, RPT, CCLSI'm very appreciative of being able to learn from the professionals that are very experienced in their field and share their knowledge.
Read MoreThe diverse experience of the various presenters helped bring actionable ideas to myself as a practitioner to broaden the tools I use in therapy.
Read MoreLynn is an amazing clinician and it is wonderful to be able to enjoy a course from her on my own schedule. Treatment planning can be tricky, Lynn takes the insecurities of the equation and enthusiastically energizes you to engage in planning with your roots in theory. I sure do appreciate that and would love if more presenters were keen on explicitly connecting what they are doing to theory. Thank you.
Read MoreVery straight forward and practical.
Cynthia McGriffThis was an extremely upbeat and helpful training that provided some helpful and fun strategies that I can put to use immediately.
Read MoreThis was a wonderful training & really appreciate the quality and all the world speakers/therapists! I remember my 1st in person training with Liana Lowenstein in OH many years ago --- motivated me for the world of play therapy and trauma work I still provide today. Thank you!
Read MoreThe most useful concepts I learned from this PD were thinking about EDs largely as experiential avoidance and the importance of providing positive feedback from food logs due to the shame factor.
Read MoreThe presenter is very knowledgeable about a lot of different topics and kept it interesting and engaging!
Read MoreThis class was awesome - very interesting and informative.
Whitney Taussig LCSWThis was a phenomenal training with a phenomenal presenter. I learned so much and have better tools for my practice.
Read MoreThis material was so tangible and helpful in navigating telehealth! Thank you!
Caitlin Riggins, LCSWI really appreciated Dr. April's techniques, approaches, vulnerability and transparency. I would love to take more CE's with her.
Read MoreThese instructors skills, style, & content gave a training that was very useful.
Debi Williams, LPC, RPTThis is great reminder for me to go back and remember the experience from where I began and where I want to grow to be at the supervision level.
Read MoreExcellent! Thank you!
ParticipantI love Liana and feel so privileged to get to hear her teach her methods with children of divorce. I have had the divorce book for years, so this has been amazing to learn directly from her.
Read MoreReally enjoyed the presenter’s positive and upbeat attitude. She taught us how to normalize parenting while also showing clients effective ways to help them better work with their kids. Thank you!
Read MoreThis is my favorite training. I have done this for the past 3 years and look forward to doing it more. I always leave with so many applicable techniques.
Read MoreDr. Webb's knowledge and expertise was evident thoughout the entire training. Although short, she gave us a great and helpful overview of CEN conceptulization and treatment. I really learned so much.
Read MoreI came away with more tools for my tool box.
Michael Brown, Ed.S., LMHC, LMFTThis training was very helpful and covered many interesting and relevant topics for play therapists.
Read MoreInformative, fast paced, gained knowledge.
ParticipantGood basic training course. Really helpful in the early days of a crisis.
Shelly Mohnkern, LGPCIt was very in-depth and gave information on a broad range of interventions.
ChelseaThis training did an excellent job highlighting a variety of experts and a multiple techniques that can be used via telehealth.
Read MoreBefore attending this training, I was uncertain about the therapeutic value of some games and which ones to include in the playroom, so I now have another tool for my kit. The instructor was very knowledgeable, and a great reflection on how she has incorporated games, into her sessions with children, the dialogue that can take place during gameplay was also very useful.
Read MoreThe instructor shares practical activities to use in different stages of the group process. The activities are useful, helpful, and adaptable to all ages.
Read MoreThis was a good course. I learned a lot and I am excited to implement these ideas.
Deborah Kirkland, M.A., LPCThe instructor provided a lot of information in a short period and was able to explain and provide interventions to use in treating teens who experience emotional dysregulation.
Read MoreMs. Lynn Louise Wonders is a very knowledge and experienced play therapist who provides informative information, playful interventions, and recourses regard to the use of puppets to work with the children and adolescents to facilitate the participant’s professional learning and growth.
Read MoreGreat course, great instructor.
ParticipantIt had helpful information in a short period of time
Verified ParticipantLive Participant
This training was motivating as Shlomo shared the information with authenticity and passion for the Imago model. I gained a true understanding that Imago Therapy is a model that promotes connection within the space between where couples often don't spend safe and quality time strengthening their relationships. The introduction course demonstrated this well and leaves a yerning to receive advanced knowledge. I truly believe Imago is a game-changer and can offer stonger connections not only between romantic partners, but other dyadic relationships.
Read MoreOutstanding!!! I loved this training!!!
Tonya KinnamanLive Participant
Excellent information.
Lilia Rodriguez LCPCA wonderful collection of the most talented play therapists around the world, offering teachings of theory and interventions to help our clients heal and thrive.
Read MoreWonderful presentation with a variety of hands-on techniques to utilize with clients. The best part, other than the variety, was the international component to it. I believe that helps us to feel globally connected and realize our clients have similar issues globally (normalizing). Each presenter was very knowledgeable and provided clear understanding of how to utilize the techniques.
Read MoreI absolutely loved this Playborhood training! I loved hearing all the different ideas that people from across the world had. I especially enjoyed how these activities covered several different types of theoretical orientations as well, meaning that there was something for every therapist who attended regardless of their theoretical orientation. This was a very fast-paced training so I had to write quickly when taking notes. I am very thankful for the HUGE resource handouts as well!
Read MoreDr. Kurtz's training on treating selective mutism was one of the best I've attended in a long time. I was impressed by his knowledge and experience. His humor and humility allowed me to feel a sense of connection.
Read MoreGreat presentation on the many faces of trauma, Joe always does an outstanding job and I look forward to his trainings in particular.
Read MoreI have enjoyed this training for two years now. I love the techniques and use them in my practice. This is one of the best trainings I have the pleasure to participate in every year.
Read MoreSuccinct and clearcut. A little too brief, wish it was 2 hours.
Sora Braun, LCSW-CMore then perfect. I love Liana and her webinars. She is so wonderful, caring, an amazing specialist & a very interesting presenter.
Read MoreVery knowledgable, engaging, and interesting.
Connie Meyerowitz, LCSW-CThis was a great training! I really felt like I had solid, tangible tools to take with me immediately. I'll recommend this to my colleagues!
Read MoreVery knowledgeable
Recorded ParticipantThis training provided a great amount of information and interventions that can be utilized with children of all ages. It was nice to have presenters from all over the world, giving various real world experiences and techniques that have been used in a variety of cultures and settings.
Read MoreI thought it was great. A nice variety of topics. The presenters were great and took a perfect amount of time.
Read MoreI have taken a few CEU's from Core wellness now and I am always impressed by the ease of registering and the knowledge and material of the presenters! Highly recommended.
Read MoreHer approach is detailed and easy to follow.
Recorded ParticipantKind, and educated and good at communicating how to apply the material. :)
Maggie Goodwin LPC, MissouriThis was an amazing comprehensive training in global play therapy and prescriptive play therapy. As a new therapist, the resources included are extensive and usable. I love the global perspectives. I am very grateful to have come across Core Wellness! Thank you!
Read MoreThis is a good approach to dealing with various forms of Anxiety, especially tailored towards COVID-19 situation is especially helpful.
Read MoreI really enjoyed this.
Gabriela Tornero, LPCThis was a great training. It provided an over view of Humanistic psychology and how to integrate suicide assessment. A must have!
Read MoreI loved the pace, the suggested activities, the tech instruction, and the use of videos within the training. Plus the resource page is unbelievable! Thank you.
Read MoreThis training was outstanding! I learned so much on how to approach NSSI with teens. This is a topic of great value as there are a lot of teens who engage in NSSI and this course provides a clear structure on how to approach and help these individuals and families.
Read MoreIn depth, friendly, and informative.
Elizabeth Blake Del Vecchio, M.Ed, CAGS, LMHCThe presenter was highly knowledgeable and a clear and engaging speaker. The topic and content were relevant and will definitely be helpful in enhancing my clinical practice.
Read MoreFriendly presenter and presentation style, and knowledgeable on content matter
Live ParticipantThis was an exceptionally clear presentation that provided specific hands-on strategies that can be used with youths and their families. Well-grounded in theory AND very practical.
Read MoreLiana is clearly an expert in her field. She is not only knowledgeable but also personable and an engaging presenter. Thank you.
Read MoreGreat training on ADHD with lots of great creative interventions to begin using right away. I would definitely recommend this training!
Read MoreI really enjoyed this webinar and the variety of approaches that are used by the international presenters. There were many different therapeutic approaches that I was introduced to today that would be beneficial to add to my current practice. The speakers were engaging and knowledgeable about the content being presented.
Read MoreThis was a wonderful and relevant training - loved all the international participation. A full day of more of this is welcome! Can't wait to use techniques learned with my clients.
Read MoreWonderful Workshop. Very informative. The presenter was well informed and explained the content of the presentation well.
Read MoreGood presentation of information about trauma experience and symptoms. Too little time explaining strategies to use in session, and too little theoretical/empirical support for recommended strategies.
Read MoreI found the instructor engaging and passionate. The handouts and resources are varied and rich in content and accessible.
Read MoreGood training.
ParticipantA well-presented, in-depth presentation about medical trauma including practical tools a clinician could use right away with their patients.
Read MoreI loved the case vignette and how practical it was.
Connie Meyerowitz, LCSW-CThis ceu webinar just helped me to enhance my current practice. I utilize resources and tools discussed in my practice and it’s a nice refresher
Read MoreEye-opening and curiosity-provoking
MordechaiThis training was deep and practical, it showed how trauma forms and how this impacts treatment. Meeting the client where they are at is so important and I never understood the significance of the therapautic bond as explained today.
Read MoreGreat training, highly recommend Core Wellness to others.
In-house participantSkill, content and style were great. It was neat to learn from such a wonderful mentor who I may have not otherwise had a chance pre Covid. Loved the PDF resource so much as well as the virtual therapy room introduction.
Read MoreThis was a brilliant session that helped combine theory to practice in an effective and replicable way. So grateful to have a good model to follow.
Read MoreThis is the most in-depth webinar presentation I have attended so far in my career as a mental health professional. I came in to this workshop not knowing much on the topic but walking away with in depth knowledge about imposter syndrome that I can immediately apply in my professional work with clients struggling with this issue.
Read MoreI enjoyed Liana's presentation, her enthusiasm, and her knowledge of the topic. Great techniques and examples.
Read MoreAwesome instructor and very informative. History of hypnosis was very helpful.
ParticipantShe did a great job!
Erica SturgeonShort presentations from experts around the world kept me engaged and excited to try out these new techniques in my practice.
Read MoreI really enjoyed the video and the sample techniques. I found them to be helpful and refreshing.
Andrea Liverman, LPC, RPTSSitting on Zoom for two days covering theory and content can be tough, but not with this course! Dr. April is amazing. She organized and delivered this training in a way that kept me tuned in, engaged, and wanting more. She magically created a safe learning environment (VIRTUALLY, WOW!) that allowed participants to relax into her process, to ask general and individualized questions, and in the end, to feel capable of implementing sand tray therapy today! I can hardly wait! I hope to have Dr. April's skillset one day- she's inspiring.
Read MoreMs. Lynn Louise Wonders is knowledgeable play therapist, provides a basic foundation for seminal and historical play therapy theories, and offers a helpful PPT to facilitate the participant’s professional learning.
Read MoreDr. Stone is an incredible presenter with a wealth of knowledge on this subject! This presentation was engaging, fun and clear. If you are considering what ChatGPT can do for your practice - this is the one to get you started!
Read MoreLiana is a great moderator! All four presenters brought valuable insights and techniques to the play therapy table!!
Read MoreGreat training with very practical interventions!
DaylinLive Participant
This training was fantastic! I would recommend it to others in this profession.
Kaitlyn Abadia MSW,LCSWThe presenters were very knowledgeable and creative, and effectively instructed us on how to implement their innovative techniques into sessions to achieving various therapeutic goals. The techniques were simple and done with common, everyday materials, but are potentially very impactful. This 1st Masterclass was quite informative and I hope to participate in the remaining classes in the series. Thank you!
Read MoreMs. Liana Lowenstein is a very knowledge and experienced play therapist who provides informative professional information, playful interventions, and recourses regard to working with the children and adolescents to facilitate the participant’s professional learning and growth. She also helps to contribute the connection with the mental health professionals and/or play therapists around the world in order to build a sense of international play therapy community.
Read MoreLiana Lowenstein is always an energetic and knowledgable presenter. Her workshops are full of information and helpful activities to help the children and families I work with.
Read MoreI liked that several different styles, modalities, and interventions were presented. It was helpful in making sure there was something to take away from the training for everyone (hopefully) as well as ideas for working with different age groups.
Read MoreThis was one of the best trainings I've attended in some time. Thanks so much for the practical application instructions
Read MoreThis was a very helpful review of different types of anxiety disorders and ways to treat them. I appreciated the trainers involvement with the participants and the informal nature of the presentation.
Read MoreI have read Paris Goodyear-Brown's book and it was an essential model that I used at my internship for grieving children. I love her methodology!
Read MoreThis was the clearest, most well-organized and comprehensive training I've seen that addresses teens' behaviors in the context of developmental needs and what is occurring in their brains that make their behaviors make sense (and what to do when the behaviors are problematic). Excellent presentation!
Read MoreI enjoyed Liana's presentation and the tips she provided for teletherapy with children!
Amanda PappasVery informative, knowledgable presenter and most organized! Was great! Lots of info given quickly.
Read MorePlay Therapy Treatment Planning training was informative and educative. It created a baseline for understanding and for future acquisition of knowledge and practice of case conceptualization and treatment planning itself. I truly appreciated the concepts being addressed from all theory angles for a more complete understanding and to accommodate practitioners of all types. Thank you!
Read MoreI loved the workshop. It was so interesting to hear from therapists all over the world. So many practical techniques were very helpful, concrete and easy to implement. Thank you!!
Read MoreThis training was very helpful in supporting my work as a trauma focused play therapist. It was nice to receive a refresher or learn how to integrate techniques into the teletherapy platform I use for some clients. If you can gain a few new techniques I would say this training is very worth it! Not to mention a few CEUs! I was very impressed by the diversity of presenters not only demographically but also theoretical background and orientation.
Read MoreVery intersting and useful materials.
Verified ParticipantThere were many new techniques presented today that I feel I want to add to my toolbox and begin implementing with my kiddos.
Read MoreI have enjoyed all of the courses taken with CORE WELLNESS. They are engaging, interesting, and are useful to my practice.
Read MoreMs. Lynn Louise Wonders is a very knowledge and experienced play therapist who provides informative information, playful interventions, and recourses regard to the issue of termination in clinical practice when working with children and adolescents to facilitate the participant’s professional learning and growth.
Read MoreI loved the enthusiasm of (most of) the presenters! They were engaging & fun & their passion for the work they do truly shined through! I loved all the resources shared, and never felt I was sitting through a 'sales pitch'! It is ever so important to have a variety of resources available - many of the presenters happily shared options! There were a few presenters who simply 'read' their power point - (not as engaging!); and one or two who spoke WAY too fast for anyone who was taking notes (good thing there is access to the recording!). Overall, however - the "learning" was fun, the information relevant (& current) and the variety of presenters and backgrounds & theory bases made for an excellent presentation! ...AND a fun-filled way to start my day! Thank you! ;-)
Read MoreA good training, focusing on the evolution of parents' and children's rights, as well as the ways in which those sets of rights can come into conflict with one another.
Read MoreCore Wellness has provided some very good trainings and this was one of the best. I think it is well worth any clinician's time to take this training. I learned from three talented instructors both about theory and about interventions to use in practice with clients around regulation and anger.
Read MoreWas helpful and I enjoyed many of the examples. I would have liked it broken down more age specific – ages up to 7, 8-12, adolescence
Read MoreThis training was rammed packed with information that will be quite useful when working with clients who have experienced significant historical trauma that has led to some hysteria and other issues. Thank you!
Read MoreThis webinar addressed many of my own experiences as a therapist and a parent. It provided valuable information that I will definitely incorporate into my own practice. Already anticipating the next part in this series!
Read MoreThis training was very beneficial to my current practice, especially working with younger children who can be difficult to engage! Hands on tools that any therapist can easily apply.
Read MoreI always appreciate the fresh activity ideas and rationale behind them. Thank you!
Jonna Hussey, LCSW, RPT-SI really appreciated how you presented both the postive and negative parts of each intervention so that we can choose how and when to apply it in practice.
Read MoreThis training was tremendously useful. I always walk away from away from Ms. Hartstein's trainings with tons of new ideas and this was no exception. Today my notes include 60 interventions that I can use with my clients, and I'm so excited to try them out! I also love how she weaves together a variety of play therapy modalities -- her training is focused on CBT but includes dramatic play, music, games, art, role play, narrative tools, bibliotherapy, and more. I highly recommend this training!
Read MoreIt was one of the best trainings I have ever taken. I feel like many trainings can be repetitive, but I learned so much in this training. I thought it was fascinating and it will revolutionalize my practice! I did not want the training to end! Jessica was fantastic!
Read MoreI really enjoyed the presentation, the format in which the information was shared and appreciated the professionalism and interactive nature of the presenter. The information felt a little bit like pouring old info into new bottles, however it was done in such a way that it provided a slightly different lens. Bravo!
Read MoreI really enjoyed this session. It offered practical interventions in a fun way. I love when I leave a session feeling like I have another idea in my toolbag.
Read MoreGreat course, learned good techniques for my practice
ParticipantI really enjoyed having a wide number of presentors come together to share there knowledge and expertise with the rest of us.
Read MorePresenter was very experienced and knowledgeable about both ethical issues and practical issues.
ParticipantI am very satisfied with the training I received. I appreciate Liana Lowenstein's knowledge, creativity and presentation. I look forward to doing future training with Ms. Lowenstein.
Read MoreGreat information to utilize in the clinical setting treating trauma.
BC Hansen, LMHC, CCTP, NCC, CAPWonderful summary of subtypes of eating disorders many of us see in our practices on a regular basis.
Read MoreI appreciated the insightful nature of the speaker.
Audra Lozano, MA, LPC, RPTWell done, presenter very knowledgeable, anecdotes enhanced the presentation, one negative is presenter talked a little too fast (but did cover a lot!)
Read MoreThis training was excellent from beginning to end with thorough theoretical information followed up by practical discussion and examples. The instructor was personable and clearly presented the topic with a high level of expertise. This training will be invaluable to therapists working with children presenting with selective mutism.
Read MoreGreat training, learned so much.
Tara Buchanan, LCSWAll speakers were fantastic and the content was wonderful!
Lisa Cardwell, LMFTThis was a fantastic training. I learned so many new activities and techniques that I can use immediately in my practice.
Read MoreThe Playborhood is a fantastic training. I came away with immediate and relevant interventions to use with children and families both in person or via telehealth. I now can breath fresh content into my teletherapy sessions with very useful prescriptive techniques from play therapists from all over the world.
Read MoreBeth is such a great instructor. I enjoy seeing then putting into practice all the interventions she shares.
Read MoreI loved this training! The trainer was so warm, authentic, and informed. The content filled with prompts, processing questions, and experiental activities, as well touching on theory.
Read MoreI loved seeing what therapist are doing around the world. The matching handouts and resources are fabulous. Thank you!!!
Read MoreI must say I enjoyed all three parts of this course.
Carol Cooper, LCIt was an excellent training and how amazing to have such talent in the field from all over the world! They offered so many applicable techniques that can work over telehealth, which is much needed right now.
Read MoreI love how engaging she is and all the playful and creative ways she uses to teach and reinforce CBT theory and concepts. She is very skilled and knowledgeable and the training was entertaining and creative. I normally lose focus in trainings this long but she kept me on my toes the entire time. I look forward to viewing a lot more of her trainings.
Read MoreSuperbly engaging, creative, practical and helpful to my work. Helped very much to increase my confidence in providing digital therapy.
Read MoreThis was a very helpful training. Information was provided in a clear manner. The presenter was very knowledgeable and I feel like I learned a great deal of new information from this training.
Read MoreI enjoyed the training and learned a lot.
Nicholas Lane, LPCAs a seasoned LCSW, I learned a lot completing this training. I wished I had it at the beginning of my career. I plan to use a lot of the interventions in my practice as I have a lot of anxious children due to COVID. If you have bought or use Liana Lowenstein books in your therapy practice, taking her courses can help you see the interventions and psychoeducation in action. Highly recommend!
Read MoreIt was very helpful a lovely course to keep the energy levels up.
Denise O BoyleThis course was SO helpful! Makes me want to work with kids more. Most of my clients are adults and I'm thinking how I can apply some of this to those with lower IQ, lower functioning.
Read MoreLiana is wonderful, and I can see her passion for the field!
Recorded ParticipantAmazing workshop. Great presenter, very knowledgeable. I learned so much.
Mina KirkovaVery well organized course with lots of practical tips
Live ParticipantThis is an excellent course and I will recommend it.
Michael Meir, MD, PhDIt was fantastic! Helpful in my own work.
Hillary HollanderThis course provided a lot of helpful information about working with trauma clients and understanding attachment theory. I liked how it explored the somatic experiences of trauma and used examples to help clinicians to relate to what was being discussed.
Read MoreThe format of this training was wonderful. We got to hear from several practitioners all over the world who practice with children and families. I gathered several techniques and methods that I will certainly be using within my therapy space with clients. All presenters were easy to listen to and very knowledgeable of their content. I would absolutely attend another with any of them as the presenters!
Read MoreLiana Lowenstein is a very knowledgeable, skillful, and experienced play therapist. I appreciated Liana’s initiative, coordination, and help in inviting other mental health professionals around the world to share their techniques with the play therapy community around the world, which makes it a very meaningful event and facilitates the interpersonal connection with people during the on-going impact of COVID-19.
Read MoreI absolutely loved the diversity of trainers and topics shared- very useful.
Kathy Carnes, LPC, ATR-BCExcellent! Very clear and practical, and teaching how to create a beautiful experience.
MelodieThe course was great and I enjoyed listening to the activities that could be done during my sessions.
Read MoreJessica was an amazing teacher. I really am intimidated by the technology world and I don't want to feel intimidated any longer and advance my own knowledge. Jessica takes the fear out of technology and I look forward to taking more trainings from her.
Read MoreI have always struggled to find ethics courses that are interesting and also cover the requirement social workers need to renew their license. I was pleasantly surprised with this one! It was very interesting, interactive, kept my attention and I learned many new things. Highly recommend.
Read MoreI love Lianna Liana Lowenstein's creative interventions and I use them frequently in my practice.
Read MoreI work with individuals, children and families affected by HT, DV, and SA. This knowledge will be added to my arsenal of guiding these clients to healing! The Instructor gave a lot of information in a short amount of time, though a bit too fast in some areas. However, I appreciate his appreciation for time management!
Read MoreThe instructor was very knowledgeable and presented the topic of addressing the complex issues of teens in a very engaging and clear manner, I would be interested in taking another course with the instructor.
Read MoreShe presented it in a clear and concise manner without minimizing any of the material. I loved the case vignettes and actual dialogue examples that she gave.
Read MoreKey points in providing quality supervision.
ParticipantThe whole webinar was well put together and incredibly useful. The practitioners/presenters were knowledgable and the training was well worth the time.
Read MoreThe training was very helpful for ideas to assess clients
AttendeeI have attended many of Liana's trainings and they are always excellent. She presents a good mix of theory and interventions that I can use in my practice. I use many of her intervention books and they are top notch.
Read MoreThe instructors were highly engaging, had great ideas, and were wonderfully diverse. It was wonderful hearing from all parts of the globe.
Read MoreIt was unbelievable. I learned so many techniques to use right away!
Rachel RavinThe material was interesting and I will be able to apply what I learned to my daily practice. I liked that I could get a CE while on my lunch break and not have to worry about missing work.
Read MoreAs a new therapist in my first few years before I can be clinically licensed these trainings are amazing. Being able to learn from experienced clinicians makes me feel more competent in my practice. This training gave me real life application that I can use and feel better prepared.
Read MoreThis was a fantastic course/instructor and I would recommend it to other friends and professionals looking to expand their skill set
Read MoreDr. Kurtz is a very knowledge and experienced psychologist who provides informative information, clinical interventions, and resourses in regard to working with the children and adolescents presenting with SM and offers an informative PPT to facilitate the participant’s professional learning and growth.
Read MoreGreat training full of insight and resources for trauma care.
Gabriela Tornero, LPCIt was an excellent training. I enjoyed the different perspectives from many panel members. I feel that this was a wonderful experience in international play therapy exposure. I loved all of the different experiential activities. Thank you for coordinating this as well as providing it for free.
Read MoreReally good training, enjoyed it.
Katie Elder HollandThis was an awesome training with absolutely tons of information!
ParticipantI thought this was very helpful, and I will be implementing these tools immediately as I set up supervision with prospective play therapists. Lynn was clear and presented useful and actionable information.
Read MoreAmazing! Will definitely sign up for additional CEs. Very information training. Provided a lot of good insight, as well as tools, resources and collaborative conversation. A great tool for therapists who need a flexible way to obtain their CEs.
Read MoreThe training was fantastic, I was very happy with the information and interventions.
Stefanie LynchThe content was well organized and planned. The presenters were fantastic and well prepared. Interventions were clearly modeled and I walked away with many great resources for my therapy tool bag.
Read MoreI was a jolly child watching it! It was very informative and I can safely say I"m ready to work with children.
Read MoreLiana is so easy to work with and so simple! The course was so effectively transmitted and understood. I feel I can reach out to her for help without being judged.
Read MoreGreat and relevant course.
DanaI think that the presentation was well-organized. It was great and interesting to hear from others around the world. It gave me new knowledge, and fun activities that I will certainly use with the children I work with.
Read MoreI thought it was excellent and again Liana had so many ideas and resources to pass on.
Chantal Piercy (Therapeutic Play Practitioner)I've used Liana's materials since I was in graduate school; it was wonderful to finally sit under her instruction. Thank you so much for ALL you contribute to so many families!
Read MoreWell organized and presented.
Josue MedranoGreat course! Presenter was good at engaging viewers on ZOOM
Ashley Saltzman, LCPC, NCCThis is a great course on grief. It goes over the different models to use in sessions and discusses so many different aspects of grief. The instructor is fantastic, very thorough and organized!
Read MoreOutstanding information and presentation on problematic sexual behaviors in children, along with solid interventions, theory and developmental considerations.
Read MoreVery informative, great presenting skills and engaging.
ParticipantThese three trainers topics really complemented each other, all were great speakers. I really enjoyed this workshop and learned a great deal.
Read MoreFabulous training with and incredible instuctor, I know when any class has Liana it will be well thought out, have great handouts ideas and skills learned will be easily usable!
Read MoreAfter attending this training, I left feeling genuinely empowered and thrilled about the potential to optimize my practice. It not only delivered valuable insights into how we can effectively utilize this technology as clinicians, but it also provided practical techniques to streamline various responsibilities in the mental health field. Many thanks for such an informative and inspiring session! P.S. ChatGPT may have played a role in crafting this review ????
Read MoreVery informative and helpful
ParticipantVery useful material. I especially gained from the anchoring skills which I will be using with my clients.
Read MoreShe is an incredibly skilled practitioner who is able to convey the model in a comprehensive, engaging manner. Her care and compassion for clients shines through and underpins the rationale for utilizing the model. She is an incredible role model.
Read MoreLiana always provides relevant training with helpful strategies.
Jenna MacNeil, RCT-CI love these two as presenters. Wealth of information and knowledge.
Live ParticipantHow great was that day! Not only did I get a a lot of great information, free! There also was prizes! I wasn't expecting that! I will definitely be back!
Read MoreThis training was great and I so appreciate the fact that the pandemic did not stop you!
Elia MiskiThe instructor was very knowledgeable and presented the material in an engaging manner explaining how to help out clients to work through sexual trauma and grief and providing concrete interventions we can use in our own sessions with clients.
Read MorePresenter was clear and concise. Distinction between the various diagnoses in DSM of Bipolar were quite helpful. She used many examples from her own practice and research which was quite impressive. The time allotted could have been increased, but due to the short nature, I was able to return to my workday without interruption. Her resources are great and I am planning to purchase the workbooks that she recommended. I am looking forward to next week's training as well.
Read MoreBoth instructors presented the material on enuresis and encopresis in a very informative and engaging manner. I learned applicable techniques I can use with clients (and with my own child’s bed wetting issues) such as creating a visual bathroom map to better help a child that is dealing with this issue.
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