This session presents an extraordinary case study of a three-year-old boy, Benny, who experienced significant symptom reduction after just two therapy sessions. This case provides a unique opportunity to explore the inner workings of a young child’s mind. Through detailed analysis and discussion, participants will gain insights into the effects of short-term trauma, the unconscious anxieties children may experience, and the defenses they employ. The session will include theoretical considerations, practical therapy techniques, and interactive discussions to enhance understanding and application in clinical practice.
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FREE WEBINAR
Benny - Analysis of a Three Year Old Boy in Two Sessions
Sunday, May 04, 2025, 12:30 PM EDT - 2:30 PM EDT
Presenter: Chana Mark, LCSW
Course Length: 2 Hours
Learning Objectives:
- Critically analyze the psychological and neurodevelopmental effects of short-term trauma on young children.
- Investigate the manifestations and underlying causes of unconscious anxieties in young children through case studies and theoretical frameworks
- Evaluate the role and efficacy of various unconscious defense mechanisms utilized by young children in response to trauma and stress.
This workshop Offers 2 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
This session presents an extraordinary case study of a three-year-old boy, Benny, who experienced significant symptom reduction after just two therapy sessions. This case provides a unique opportunity to explore the inner workings of a young child’s mind. Through detailed analysis and discussion, participants will gain insights into the effects of short-term trauma, the unconscious anxieties children may experience, and the defenses they employ. The session will include theoretical considerations, practical therapy techniques, and interactive discussions to enhance understanding and application in clinical practice.
Learning Objectives:
- Critically analyze the psychological and neurodevelopmental effects of short-term trauma on young children.
- Investigate the manifestations and underlying causes of unconscious anxieties in young children through case studies and theoretical frameworks
- Evaluate the role and efficacy of various unconscious defense mechanisms utilized by young children in response to trauma and stress.
Agenda:
(5 minutes)
Opening Remarks and Introduction
(10 minutes)
Family Background
(30 minutes)
Theoretical Considerations
- Overview of relevant theories
- Interactive Q&A
(45 minutes)
The Therapy
- Detailed case study presentation
- Analysis of therapy techniques and outcomes
(30 minutes)
Questions and Comments
- Open discussion and interactive Q&A
This presentation is open to:
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
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