By watching this video, you will:
- Understand how Oaklander integrates expressive arts and Gestalt therapy.
- Develop skills for working with children who have experienced various traumas.
- Learn techniques for helping children express emotions, particularly anger.
In addition to the compelling and illustrative consultation sessions, this video also includes a brief interview with Violet Oaklander by Victor Yalom, in which she discusses her thoughts on consultation and the importance of the therapeutic relationship. She also talks about why she thinks many child therapists need to learn to be more directive. While Oaklander identifies herself as a Gestalt therapist, her in-depth expertise and sensible, down-to-earth suggestions will be helpful to all therapists who work with children.
Length of video: 1:48:00
English subtitles available
Individual ISBN-10 #: 1-60124-291-3
Group ISBN-10 #: 1-60124-292-1
Group ISBN-13 #: 978-1-60124-292-1
Violet Oaklander, PhD is internationally renowned for her unique approach, incorporating Gestalt Therapy and expressive techniques with children and adolescents. She has received several awards, and authored numerous articles, as well as two books: the classic
Windows to Our Children: A Gestalt Therapy Approach to Children and Adolescents and the recently released,
Hidden Treasure: A Map to the Child's Inner Self.
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CE credits: 1.75
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss how Violet Oaklander integrates expressive arts and Gestalt therapy
- Describe skills for working with children who have experienced various traumas
- Apply techniques for helping children express emotions, particularly anger
Bibliography available upon request
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Course Reviewed January 2023