Program Description:
This beginner-level, virtual training provides an introduction to the use of SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) principles when working with the parents of a child struggling with school refusal. Led by Amy Killy, LCSW, a Certified SPACE therapist, you learn how to effectively address school refusal using SPACE. School refusal typically stems from anxiety related to academic performance, social challenges, or emotional difficulties, creating a self-perpetuating cycle that can severely impact educational outcomes.
This training equips psychotherapists and other mental health professionals with practical SPACE strategies to help parents maintain a non-anxious presence, support their anxious children, and move beyond confrontational approaches. Participants learn how to guide families toward reengaging students with school while creating a more peaceful household. No prior knowledge or training in SPACE is required to benefit from this training.
Clinical Objectives:
At the close of this presentation, attendees should be able to:
Explain basics of SPACE treatment
Identify common misconceptions about school refusal
Identify impact of school refusal
Describe role of parents in treatment of school refusal
Describe 6 steps for parents to address school refusal
Program Details:
CE Information
- 1.5 CE Contact Hours: For Psychologists in all states, Social Workers in New York, Virginia, and Washington, DC, and CHES professionals. Many licensing boards accept CE from APA approved sponsors as well as for trainings approved by boards in other jurisdictions. Please review this chart to see whether your state approves CE for this training.
Cost
- $40 – Individual with CE.
- $30 – Non-CE Participants, CHES professionals and Students.
Free for ADAA members: The Ross Center, in collaboration with ARC Health, is pleased to provide ADAA members access to continuing education opportunities at no cost.
Registration Information:
REGISTER HERE for the Live Webinar on 9/12
REGISTER HERE for HOMESTUDY RECORDING. Homestudy materials will be made available approximately 1 week after the live event and will be emailed to registrants at that time.
This webinar is part of a series of Parent Intervention Focused Trainings. Register for all 3 programs and receive a discount.
9/12 – SPACE for School Refusal
11/14 – Addressing Treatment Interfering Behaviors and Treatment Refusal
12/5 – PCIT – Who it’s For and How it Works
REGISTER HERE for FULL series viewed Live
REGISTER HERE for FULL HOMESTUDY series (Homestudy materials will be made available approximately one week after the live event)
Agenda: Click here to view
Presented by: Amy Killy, LCSW
Amy Killy, LCSW, is one of the first therapists in the United States to complete the comprehensive year-long SPACE Certification Course. She has been receiving biweekly consultation since 2021 with Dr. Eli Lebowitz, founder of SPACE, and serves on the team at Yale Child Study Center that provides consultation and supervision for SPACE and SPACE Certification. With additional training in SPACE for ARFID, Failure to Launch, and School Refusal, Amy has successfully treated over 200 families using the SPACE model. In her role as Director of Clinical Programming at Weaver and Associates, Amy provides consultation to parents and mental health providers worldwide, while also collaborating with local school districts and independent schools. Having worked in the DC metropolitan area as a mental health professional for more than 25 years, Amy consistently demonstrates her commitment to supporting families and advancing therapeutic practices.
For more information contact: [email protected]
The Ross Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders, LLC, is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Ross Center maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The Ross Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders, LLC, is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0105. Ross Management Services, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0701 There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
