Course curriculum

    1. How to use this course

    1. Course Description and Learning Objective

    2. About the Instructor

    3. Continuing Education (CE) Information

    4. Course FAQ

    5. Disclaimer and Course Requirements

    1. Prep Quiz

    2. Exploring the Inner Child with Creative Interventions

    3. References

    1. Directions for Quiz and Certificate

    2. Quiz

    3. Evaluation

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About this course

  • 13 lessons

Course Description

The course “Exploring the Inner Child with Creative Interventions” delves into the transformative potential of using creative interventions as a powerful tool for inner child healing. This training focuses on understanding how different innovative tools can be mediums to access and heal deep-seated emotional wounds rooted in childhood experiences. 

This training defines the key terms art therapy and inner child healing. The training uses a combination of theoretical insights and practical case studies, and participants will gain insight on the nuances of utilizing creative modalities to facilitate the exploration of clients’ inner child narratives. The facilitator will guide participants through an art therapy exercise towards inner child healing, and space will be made for participants to reflect on the experience. The training will explore the challenges and benefits of art therapy in sessions and the efficacy of art therapy for inner child healing.

This is a beginner’s level course and there are no specific prerequisites for this course. The course is open to social work professionals, students, and individuals interested in gaining knowledge and skills related to art therapy and inner child healing interventions.

Outline:
 

0:00-0:05: Trainer Introduction &  learning objectives

0:05-0:10: Introduction and ACES video

0:10-0:15: Exploring the Inner Child & theoretical frameworks

0:15-0:20: Creative interventions for inner child work

0:20-0:40: Case studies and examples

0:40-0:50: Try it out (4 Levels of Awareness)

0:50-0:55: Practical considerations and implementation

0:55-1:00: Challenges and Benefits of creative arts interventions

1:00-1:05: Conclusion 

1:05-1:10: Questions & Answers

1:10-1:15: Closing & Evaluation




Learning Objectives & Agenda

  • Understand the concept of inner child healing and its significance in the context of psychological well-being.

  • Identify the theoretical foundations and psychological principles that underpin the effectiveness of art therapy in facilitating inner child healing.

  • Explore various art therapy techniques, such as drawing, painting, and sculpting, that can be used to access and address unresolved emotional issues from childhood.

  • Recognize the ethical considerations and professional guidelines when integrating art therapy interventions for inner child healing within clinical practice.

  • Demonstrate the ability to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment conducive to clients' exploration and expression of their inner child experiences.

  • Develop practical skills in tailoring art therapy interventions to meet the specific needs and emotional states of clients during the process of inner child healing.

  • Evaluate the role of the therapist in establishing a strong therapeutic alliance and fostering trust to facilitate clients' engagement in the art therapy process for inner child healing.

  • Formulate a comprehensive understanding of the potential challenges and limitations associated with using art therapy for inner child healing, and develop strategies for effectively addressing these challenges.








Lead Trainer

Trainer Faith Iloka, LAC

Faith E. Iloka (she/her) is a Nigerian Mental Health Counselor who employs a collaborative and client-centered approach in her work with clients. Faith utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, art therapy, feminist-therapy, multicultural, and trauma-informed interventions to support and empower clients towards increased self-awareness and healthy coping skills. Faith’s interests lie at the intersections of mental health and wellness, creative arts, and race. Faith also incorporates spirituality as it relates to clients’ unique backgrounds and experiences. Faith works with clients to design an individualized treatment plan to help clients feel heard and held, and support clients as they transition from “surviving” to “thriving”. Faith received her BA in African American Studies from Princeton University and her Master of Education and Master of Arts degrees in Mental Health/Psychological Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. Faith completed her Masters Externship at Baruch College Counseling Center. Faith’s areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, multicultural issues, romantic/interpersonal relationship issues, self-esteem, stress/anger management, and trauma/racial trauma. Faith enjoys afrobeats, playwriting, traveling, thrifting/fashion, and trying new foods.

Certificates will be awarded after completion of the full Webinar and course evaluation.

Radiant Sunshine, #1403, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Radiant Sunshine maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 2/28/23 to 2/28/2026  Social workers completing this course receive 3-clinical continuing education credits. 

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Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP):

Radiant Sunshine has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7371. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.

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Refund Policy:   No refund will be given for the purchase of any course or webinar. 

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