Institute for Clinical Training
We are building the capacity of professionals to provide evidence-based, best practice interventions that support the mental health, healing, and well-being of children, teenagers, and their families. Our workshops are hands-on, research-grounded, and designed so participants leave with skills and strategies they can immediately implement.
Live & On-Demand
In-person workshops plus 24/7 self-paced online learning on BeKidSafe.org
CE Credits
APT-approved Play Therapy and FL State continuing education credits
Customized Training
Tailored workshops for organizations, schools, and pediatric practices
25+ Years of Expertise
Nationally recognized trainers in play therapy, trauma, and child development
Clinical Training Pathways
Play Therapy Workshops
APT-approved continuing education in child-centered, directive, trauma-focused, and family play therapy. Live intensives with hands-on learning plus self-paced online workshops on BeKidSafe.org.
Explore Play Therapy Training →Trauma-Informed Care
A progressive 4-level training pathway — from foundational ACEs awareness through advanced neuroscience, epigenetics, and HOPE-informed community practice. Available live and on-demand.
Explore TIC Training →Pediatric Practice Training
Specialized training for pediatric practices on early childhood mental health, ACEs screening, trauma-informed approaches, and integrating behavioral health into well-child visits. Available live and online.
Explore Pediatric Training →Healing the Healers
Addressing burnout, secondary trauma, and compassion fatigue in the helping professions. This live training teaches self-care and resilience-building strategies for medical, mental, and behavioral health professionals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We offer a full range of clinical training including Play Therapy workshops (APT-approved), Trauma-Informed Care and PACEs training (4 progressive levels), Healing the Healers for workforce resilience, pediatric practice training, and A Way of Being with Children workshops for educators and caregivers.
Training is available in three formats: live, in-person workshops with hands-on learning; self-paced, on-demand courses on BeKidSafe.org; and customized training designed for your specific organization or school.
Yes. Center for Child Counseling is an APT Approved Provider (#09-263) for Play Therapy continuing education credits. We are also a Florida Continuing Education Provider (#50-11511) approved by the Board of Psychology, Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling.
Absolutely. We regularly design customized training for schools, childcare centers, pediatric practices, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. Our team will work with you to tailor content, length, and delivery format to your group's specific needs.
Yes. We offer specialized training for pediatricians and pediatric practice staff on early childhood mental health, ACEs screening, trauma-informed approaches, and integrating behavioral health into well-child visits. Training is available both live and online.
All of our on-demand workshops are available on BeKidSafe.org, our dedicated online learning platform. After registration, you receive 24/7 access for 30 days to complete each workshop at your own pace. CE credits are included with most workshops.
Yes! We offer a 30% discount on workshops for interns and students. Contact us at training@centerforchildcounseling.org with your name, university, and major to receive your discount code. Early bird pricing is also available for select live workshops.
Visit our Upcoming Events page for the latest schedule of live workshops, training intensives, and community events. You can also follow us on social media for announcements about new training opportunities.
All Workshops on BeKidSafe.org
Our online learning platform gives you 24/7 access to self-paced workshops and continuing education — for clinicians, pediatric professionals, parents, and caregivers.
For Professionals
Play Therapy CE, TIC, clinical workshops
For Pediatric Practices
Screening, integration, early childhood MH
For Parents & Caregivers
A Way of Being, relationship-building
Manuals, White Papers & Resources
Practical tools developed by our team of experts — designed to strengthen your practice and deepen your impact with children and families.
Invest in the Professionals Who Serve Our Children
Your generosity helps us train more clinicians, educators, and pediatric professionals in the practices that change children's lives — expanding our reach across Palm Beach County and beyond.
