Description

Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:

1. Identify the importance of community in pre-adolescent development.
2. Name reasons preadolescent is a unique group with unique needs in treatment.
3. Identify the principles of Adlerian Play Therapy and Narrative Theory in a Clinical Setting.
4. Identify and name the responsibilities of social workers in delivering unique but evidence-based services.

 

Presenter Bio:

Heathyr Watson is a Licensed Social Worker in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Heathyr obtained her bachelor’s degree in history education from Huntington University, a Master’s of Social Work from Indiana Wesleyan University, and is a Doctor of Social Work-candidate at the University of Kentucky. Her capstone project explores influencing positive identity development in preadolescent youth using tabletop role-playing games in a clinical setting. Heathyr chose her topic after working with adults who faced significant trauma during preadolescence and struggle with who they are today. Other research interests include abolition and decolonization in social work practice, advocating for system changes at the community level, and welfare policies for children in out-of-home care. The uniting factor in her research is creating and advocating for better services for all children and their families.

Heathyr started her social work career working with youth in a residential setting and as a case manager in emergency shelter care for children and adolescents. She is currently employed by Park Center, where she is a therapist providing services to children, families, and individuals. She specializes in working with preadolescent youth, identity development in trauma survivors, and empowering clients who are navigating mandated services. As a social worker, Heathyr believes that supporting and empowering individuals and families creates change in the community.

 

Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing

Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)

Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.

Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/25-9/29/28. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.

Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.

Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.

 

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.