Evidence-based CBPT Basic Theoretical Model — taught by Susan M. Knell
3-hour certified course. Foundations of Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy, empirical basis, and case conceptualization framework. Applicable immediately in clinical practice.
CBPT Basic Theoretical ModelSusan M. Knell, Ph.D. · 3 min preview
What you will be able to do
Understand the theoretical foundations and empirical basis of CBPT
Apply the case conceptualization framework to child clients
Differentiate CBPT from other child therapy approaches
Use the Children's Case Conceptualization Worksheet in assessment
About this course
The Basic Theoretical Model course introduces the conceptual foundations of Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT), the evidence-based approach developed by Susan M. Knell, Ph.D. Participants will explore how cognitive and behavioral principles are integrated within a developmentally sensitive play therapy framework, and how CBPT differs from other child therapy approaches.
This course provides the essential theoretical grounding for all subsequent CBPT clinical applications. It is designed for practicing clinicians who want to understand the empirical basis of CBPT and begin applying its principles with children.
Course objectives
Understand the theoretical foundations and empirical basis of CBPT
Differentiate CBPT from other approaches to child therapy
Apply the theoretical model to clinical case conceptualization
Understand how cognitive and behavioral principles are adapted for children
Course requirements
Psychiatrists
Psychologists
Clinical Social Workers
Licensed Professional Counselors
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists
Licensed Mental Health Clinical Nurse Practitioners
The delivery of the certificate of attestation at the conclusion of the course will be tied to the evaluation of participants' requirements. In the absence of the requirements, the course hours will not be certified.
Curriculum · 3h + test
1
CBPT theoretical framework — foundations and principles
45 min + test
2
Empirical basis — research and evidence overview
30 min + test
3
Assessment and case conceptualization
45 min + test
4
Clinical application of the theoretical model
30 min + test
Instructor
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Susan M. Knell, Ph.D.
Pioneer of CBPT · Scientific Director, CBPT Research Center
Creator of Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy. APA-published author and internationally recognized authority in evidence-based play therapy for children.
CBPT Basic Theoretical Model · Susan M. Knell, Ph.D.
3h · Evidence-based APA · Certificate of attestation included
