When a child experiences anxiety, grief, emotional distress, or developmental delays, they rarely have the abstract vocabulary to sit down and talk about it. Instead, their internal world is expressed through play. Understanding how to interpret and utilize symbolic play is one of the most powerful tools in child development, psychology, and education.
Healing Minds C.C.E. is hosting an intensive, 4-day Offline Certificate Course on Play Therapy (Basic Level) at our Baishnabghata centre in South Kolkata. Guided by Ms. Sahanaj Reja—Play Therapist at Samikshani Mental Health Center (attached to Jadavpur University, Swayam, and other leading organizations)—this hands-on training module bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and clinical application.
Key Takeaways from the Curriculum
This certificate program is structured to provide participants with foundational knowledge and actionable clinical skills:
- Theoretical Frameworks: Understand core modalities, including Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), Cognitive-Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT), and attachment models.
- Stress & Behavioral Dynamics: Learn how trauma, grief, anxiety, and developmental delays affect childhood behavior.
- Playroom Setup: Discover how to set up a therapeutic playroom with developmental toys while establishing secure boundaries.
- Facilitative & Assessment Skills: Master reflective listening, track symbolic play themes, and identify hidden emotional cues.
- Targeted Interventions: Apply specific play interventions for anxiety, abuse, grief, or developmental challenges.
- Parent Involvement: Learn parent consultation and filial therapy techniques to support the child’s progress at home.
Program Details & Registration
- Who Can Join: Teachers, counsellors, psychologists, parents, students, special educators, and anyone working with children.
- Dates: August 22, 23, 29, & 30th, 2026 (Weekend Batch)
- Timing: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Daily
- Venue: Healing Minds C.C.E., 27B, Baishnabghata Byelane, Kolkata-700047
- Course Fee: ₹5,000 (Includes official Certificate & Study Materials)
- Career Outcome: Post-completion, participants can work as a Play Therapist under supervision.
