Using IFS, Play, and Expressive Therapy to Address Transference and Countertransference Issues in Supervision

Description: A didactic training will address the issues of transference and countertransference within the supervision relationship. Participants will earn strategies to help supervisees explore these issues within their caseload. Supervisors will also develop an understanding of how to process their own transference/countertransference issues within the supervisory relationship

CE Broker Tracking #: 20-1242046

This event is sponsored by FMHCA, an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider. FMHCA NBCC Provider# 2058. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  FMHCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This course is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW – FMHCA CE Broker #: 50-748

Learning Objectives:

1.  Participants will learn IFS, play, and expressive therapy techniques to explore transference issues in supervision.
2. Participants will learn IFS, play, and expressive therapy techniques to explore counter-transference issues in supervision.
3. Participants will develop an understanding of how to use IFS, play and expressive therapy to manage their own transference and countertransference issues with their supervisees.

About the Presenters:

Stefani believes that the number one factor for success in therapy is in building a supportive relationship. Providing a genuine, non-judgmental, and predictable space is crucial to clients' growth. As a Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor for over 20 years, Stefani sees all behavior as an effort for communication. Through the Internal Family Systems, a strength-based model, she provides the opportunity for a more positive experience in meeting needs. Stefani values each client and family's experience as a guiding map for therapy. Stefani is an experienced trainer, presenter and supervisor. She has presented on play therapy, expressive therapy, and IFS both nationally and locally. ​ Play is the child's form of communication. Through play and expressive therapy, clients of all ages are able to find their voice and work on challenges. Engaging the family, collaborating with community supports, and working with adolescents and young adults are also strengths of hers. ​ In a society that encourages individuals to "get over" their problems, Stefani believes that the more people understand themselves and their parts that are trying to help them, the easier it becomes to achieve their best selves. Stefani specializes in Play Therapy, IFS, Expressive Therapy, Sandtray, and supervision. She feels passionately about sharing her knowledge with others, both in the therapy room and through training and supervision.