{"title":"Theraplay Workshops","description":"For private Theraplay options for your organisation, please contact Dr. Petria Thoresen directly via email: Petria.Thoresen@standforchildren.org.nz","products":[{"product_id":"four-day-level-one-mim-theraplay-training-christchurch-30th-nov-3rd-dec-2026","title":"Four Day Level One \u0026 MIM Theraplay training - Christchurch 30th Nov - 3rd Dec 2026","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOCATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStand Children’s Services\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e23 Glenelg Spur, Hillsborough\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristchurch 8022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHEN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonday 30th Nov – Thursday 3rd Dec 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9.00 am - 4.30 pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLunch provided \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e        $1,322.50 includes GST (Level 1 \u0026amp; MIM)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eStand Tū Māia in partnership with The Theraplay® Institute are delighted to present the Four Day Level One \u0026amp; MIM Theraplay® training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTheraplay® focuses on the parent\/carer-child relationship which is the most powerful and influential element to promote healing from grief, loss and trauma. Other therapies may work primarily with the child alone or simply work with parents\/carers on managing the child’s behaviours. \u003cbr\u003eThe Level One and MIM Theraplay® training covers:\u003cbr\u003e•    Principals of attachment theory on an intellectual and experiential level \u003cbr\u003e•    The Four Dimensions of Theraplay \u003cbr\u003e•    The Theraplay Protocol \u003cbr\u003e•    An introduction to the Marschak Interaction Method (MIM), administration, analysis and as a guide for treatment planning\u003cbr\u003eThis training is suitable for professionals with professional training eligible for registration with an ethical body. It is interactive, intense and practical. Level One training prepares participants to begin using Theraplay Informed practice in their work. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFACILITATED BY: \u003cstrong\u003eDr Petria Thoresen\u003c\/strong\u003e, PhD is a fully certified Theraplay® Therapist, Supervisor and Theraplay® Trainer. Petria has completed a PhD in Psychology at Canterbury University, NZ. Petria works as a Registered Psychologist and Theraplay Practice Leader with Stand Tū Māia ensuring the ethical and culturally safe practice of Sunshine Circles, Group Theraplay® and Theraplay®.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChelsey Strong\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fully certified Theraplay® practitioner and is currently completing the Theraplay® trainer and supervisor certification pathway. 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Unlike other play group approaches, Theraplay learning takes place on a non-verbal level. Instead of talking about positive social behaviour, the group leaders and children DO positive social interaction. Positive messages from the group interaction gradually become a part of the child’s internal sense of self. \u003cbr\u003eGroup Theraplay training is for professionals who want to use Theraplay in therapeutic groups. 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