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Chesapeake Beach Professional Seminars LLC exists to further the practice of therapeutic work with children. The efficacy of play therapy is scientifically proven and has been shown to be effective in a number of cultures. It is our goal to train and further develop professionals in the fields of play therapy and child psychotherapy.

Who can benefit?
CBPS training is suitable for the following professions and credentials:

  • Social Workers (LCSW, LMSW, LISW, AAW)
  • Psychologists (Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed. D.)
  • School Counselors & School Psychologists
  • Professional Counselors (LMHC, LCMHC, LPC, LCPC)
  • Marriage & Family Therapists (LMFT, LIMFT)
  • Art Therapists
  • Play Therapists
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Graduate Students
  • and other mental-health related fields

Training Programs Offered

We offer the following training programs:

Training Levels
Training courses are labeled with a difficulty level in order to ensure that participants understand which training is most suitable for their current level of training. These levels can be found along with the training descriptions, as well as on promotional materials. They read:

  • Beginner. Beginner level training means that no previous experience is needed in order to participate.
  • Intermediate. Intermediate level training means that individuals who attend should have already received a foundation in play therapy, therapy with children, and/or other topic areas being presented.
  • Advanced. Advanced level training requires individuals who attend to have a strong background in the topic area being presented or have previously attended any pre-requisite seminars, as well as having a strong foundation in the field of play therapy, child psychotherapy, etc.

If you have any questions regarding the difficulty level of an offered training, please feel free to contact us.

ADA Accommodations

If you have a disability that you feel my impede your ability to participate in this workshop, please contact us at least 3 weeks in advance of the workshop in order for us to provide reasonable accommodations.

Cancellation Policy
Written cancellation must be received in our office at least ten working days prior to the training. A $25.00 processing fee will be deducted from your refund. Otherwise, a voucher will be given. If you do not notify us a minimum of ten business days prior to the training of your intent to cancel, you will not receive a refund or credit. Chesapeake Beach Professional Seminars LLC reserves the right to cancel a training or workshop due to inclement weather or not enough attendance. In this event, CBPS will provide you with a full refund. In the event of inclement weather, please check your email or voicemail for CBPS notifications/instructions.

Change of Instructors
CBPS reserves the right to change instructors if needed to ensure effective training. In the event that this takes place, you will be notified with the change as soon as possible.

Continuing Education
SOCIAL WORKERS
Chesapeake Beach Professional Seminars (CBPS) is approved by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners to sponsor Category I continuing education programs. Social Work Boards in most states accept this approval status.

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS
Chesapeake Beach Professional Seminars (CBPS) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5763. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CBPS is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS
Chesapeake Beach Professional Seminars (CBPS) is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer professional development for school Psychologists, provider #1067. CBPS maintains responsibility for the program.

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGISTS
The Maryland and Washington, DC Boards of Psychology Examiners Recognizes national Association of School Psychologist approval status with CBPS and grants CE hours to clinical psychologists in Maryland and Washington, DC.

PLAY THERAPISTS
Chesapeake Professional Seminars (CBPS) is an Association for Play Therapy (APT) approved provider of continuing education, APT Approved Provider #97-034.

NEW YORK SOCIAL WORKERS, LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONERS, AND LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPISTS
CBPS is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s Board of Social Work, Provider #0122; and the Board of Mental Health Practitioners, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Provider #MHC-0009 and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists, provider #MFT-0008.

ART THERAPISTS
Art Therapists (LCAT, ATR-BC) may obtain CE Hours based on our NBCC approval status.

Questions?
Should you require more information, you can reach us at 240-535-1433.