This training explores using child and play therapy approaches and interventions to address sensory processing differences through neurodiversity affirming lens. The concept of neurodiversity will be covered including understanding the sensory different neurodivergent child. An overview of the sensory processing system will be covered along with descriptors of the eight sensory processing areas. The benefits of non-directive and structured play therapy will be covered as well as the foundations for using play therapy with sensory needs. The concept of a sensory regulation play time will be defined and explored. Several play therapy inventions designed to help with sensory needs will be explained and presented through book examples and session video clips. Current research will be presented, and participants will have the opportunity to understand how to create a sensory friendly play room. This training requires participants to purchase and read the book Understanding Sensory Differences: A Neurodiversity Affirming Guidebook for Children and Teens by Robert Jason Grant.
Define what is meant by sensory processing differences and how these differences can present in child and play therapy sessions.
Identify several play therapy interventions that can be used to address sensory needs.
Describe the eight sensory processing areas, screening processes, and implementing a neurodiversity affirming approach in child and play therapy work.
Outline a sensory regulation play time to help children with sensory and regulation needs.
Identify how to make a play therapy room and office spaces sensory friendly.
Conceptualize the foundations of using neurodiversity affirming play therapy constructs with sensory different children.
Define hyper and hypo responses in regard to sensory processing.
Explain research related to play, play therapy, and sensory processing.
This training is approved for 8 CE Hrs (home study, non-contact). Robert Jason Grant Ed.D APT Approved Provider #12-318 for continuing education. AutPlay Therapy Clinic has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6595.
Using Child and Play Therapy to Address Sensory Processing Needs
Charlie's Sensory Diet
AutPlay Sensory Regulation Play Time
Evaluation
Quiz
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