Therapy through play
Through play, therapists can help children learn more adaptive behaviors in situations in which the child presents emotional or social deficits.
Agnieszka Lorek- Groniewska
Trainer
A psychologist and psychotherapist with a wide range of specializations and certifications. Her professional experience and commitment to professional development make her a valuable member of the team at Play Therapy Poland. Her numerous qualifications make her an exceptional trainer. Her commitment to professional development and education of other professionals is invaluable to the organization.
Experience
- Lecturer and teacher of psychotherapy at the School of Integrative Psychotherapy – Silva Rerum (since 2023) - conducting classes in psychotherapeutic skills, psychopathology, group supervision and competency exams.
- Member of the ethics committee and examiner at the Polish Society of Integrative Psychotherapy (since 2020).
- Psychologist, psychotherapist, supervisor in private practice (since 2014) - conducting individual therapy for adults, children, adolescents, marital and family therapy as well as workshops and supervision.
- Psychologist, psychotherapist at the Psychological and Psychotherapeutic Center SPZOZ Wola-ÅšródmieÅ›cie (2020-2022) - conducting individual therapy for adults, children, adolescents as well as marital and family therapy.
- Psychologist, psychotherapist at the Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology - Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (2015-2020) - conducting individual and family therapy, workshops for young people with eating disorders and psychological diagnosis.
- Psychologist, psychotherapist at the Mazovian Neuropsychiatry Center - Department of Child Psychiatry in Józefów (2018) - conducting individual and family therapy and workshops.
Education and Qualifications
- Master of Psychology (University of Social Psychology, 2008-2011)
- Master of Economics (University of Economics, 1995-2000)
- Certified psychotherapist of the Polish Psychiatric Association (Certificate No. 888)
- Specialist in child and adolescent psychotherapy (passed state exam)
- Family, couple, individual psychotherapist for adults, children and adolescents
- Postgraduate Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills (Play Therapy UK and Play Therapy International, Certificate No: 17773)
- Certified psychotherapist of the Polish Society of Integrative Psychotherapy (Certificate No. 64)
- Certified supervisor of the Polish Society of Integrative Psychotherapy (Certificate No. 7)
- The European Certificate of Psychotherapy
Training and courses
- Play Therapy training for children (Play Therapy UK and Play Therapy International, 2023 and 2018)
- Supervisor training (Psychoeducation Laboratory, 2021-2022)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children and Youth (CBT Warsaw, 2017)
- Study of Psychological Assistance for Couples (IPZ Warsaw, 2014-2016)
- Short-term Solution-Focused Therapy (2010)
Publications
- Selective mutism in the book "Mental disorders of children and adolescents" (2020)
- Work file of a psychologist and psychotherapist - Forum Media Polska, March 2022
- Articles in the magazine Charaktery on accompanying a child in growing up and the role of mothers (2022)