Course Overview

This training provides mental health therapists with practical knowledge and tools to effectively engage children in therapy while fostering collaborative relationships with parents. Drawing on principles from Counseling Children (Henderson, D. A. & Thompson, C. L., (2007), the training highlights developmental considerations, rapport-building, evidence-based interventions, and ethical issues such as confidentiality. Participants will practice applying strategies through case examples and interactive activities. While especially beneficial for clinicians who work directly with children, this workshop is also valuable for all therapists, as it equips them to better support parents and caregivers navigating their child’s mental health needs.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  1. Identify developmental considerations that shape children’s experiences in therapy and influence intervention strategies.

  2. Demonstrate rapport-building techniques that foster trust and safety with children of different ages.

  3. Apply developmentally appropriate interventions tailored to children’s cognitive, emotional, and social needs.

  4. Describe effective strategies for collaborating with parents, including setting boundaries, navigating confidentiality, and addressing family dynamics.


Target Audience

Counselors, social workers, psychologists, medication managers

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Practitioners

Course Format 

Recorded asynchronous distance, non-interactive


Course Created on: 9/17/2025

Meet your instructor

Guest Instructor Nikki Birkenstock

MEd, LCMHC, NCC is passionate about working with children, teens and their families addressing issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, adjustment issues, social & academic issues, self-esteem issues, developmental concerns, multicultural issues, and life transitions through individual and family therapy. She has worked as a school counselor, in private practice, and is a certified mind and body wellness provider.

Counselors

Creasman Counseling PLLC's courses meet the qualifications for CE hours as required by NBCC. Beyond Therapy has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP #7234. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Creasman Counseling, PLLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
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FAQ

  • How do I get my certificate?

    Your attendance will be tracked at the beginning and end of the session. Following the session, you will be directed to completed the course evaluation. Once complete, you will be able to access your certificate in the student dashboard.

  • How do I request accommodations or file a grievance?

    Learn more about our these processes by clicking the "Grievances and Accommodations" link in the footer. If you aren't able to find what you're looking for, you can reach out to our admin team by email at [email protected]

  • What is your refund and cancellation policy?

    Program fee is non-refundable and non-transferrable. If you are unable to attend, please email us at [email protected] so we can remove you from the course.

About Creasman Counseling

Creasman Counseling, PLLC is a Professional Limited Liability Company registered in North Carolina. Creasman Counseling Continuing Education is a department of Creasman Counseling, PLLC offering in-person, live webinar, and recorded asynchronous learning content including the Beyond Therapy Podcast.