Trainings Overview | Creative Ways

Trainings

At Creative Ways Therapy, we offer a range of professional development services designed to support therapists and mental health practitioners in enhancing their skills and advancing their practice.

Through dynamic, interactive trainings, our goal is to equip you and your team with the tools and strategies needed to thrive in your work. Our practice has worked extensively with colleagues across the DC area, delivering engaging, evidence-based guidance that translates into meaningful, practical outcomes.

Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, navigate complex cases, or foster growth within your team, Creative Ways Therapy is here to support you.

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Donna Geraci Training Therapist Washingt

Meet your trainer

Donna Geraci, LICSW

Therapist / Supervisor / Consultant

Donna is a dynamic therapist, clinical supervisor, and co-leader of Creative Ways Therapy, where she inspires her team to explore new perspectives and embrace growth-oriented approaches to therapy. Known for her creative thinking, engaging teaching style, and motivational supervision, Donna brings energy and clarity to topics that often feel overwhelming. Her trainings not only equip therapists with the tools to foster confidence and professionalism in their work, but also inspire them to approach their work with renewed creativity, authenticity, and connection to their craft.

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Our trainings are designed to be flexible, accessible, and responsive to the needs of your team or organization. Whether you're registering individually or bringing a group, we're here to make it work for you.

GROUP TRAININGS

The pricing for group trainings is based on a group size of up to 12 participants. The cost will increase as the size of your group grows. Don't see a topic that fits? Reach out! We welcome requests and regularly bring in expert presenters on topics not currently listed below.

In-person: $600/hour
Virtual: $550/hour
CEUs available for an additional $20/hour per participant
Package pricing available for multiple sessions

INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION

In-person: $55/hour
Virtual: $45/hour
CEUs available for an additional $20/hour

A NOTE ON PRICE: If the cost is prohibitive, please reach out - we'll do our best to work with you.

About Our Trainings

Featured Trainings

HOW TO INSPIRE YOUR TEAM TO LEAD

This training will equip you with the tools to motivate, empower, and develop team members into confident leaders, fostering a workplace culture of initiative, accountability, and growth.

ETHICS ESCAPE ROOM

In this training, you will work with fellow social workers to solve puzzles, navigate ethical dilemmas, and uncover the clues needed to “escape” while sharpening your understanding of professional ethics.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK: PROFESSIONALISM, COMMUNICATION,

AND SELF-CARE

This dynamic training is designed to help you strengthen workplace relationships, communicate with clarity and compassion, and maintain personal well-being.

YOU MIGHT BE OVERTHINKING IT: WRITING EFFECTIVE & SUCCINCT PROGRESS NOTES WRITING

This training offers practical strategies to help you simplify documentation, save time, and stay compliant.

SAND TRAY THERAPY: A HANDS-ON INTRODUCTION

This training introduces the principles and techniques of Sand Tray Therapy, helping mental health professionals use this powerful, creative modality to support clients in processing emotions, trauma, and deep subconscious experiences.

ADVANCED CONCEPTS IN SAND TRAY THERAPY

Building on foundational Sand Tray Therapy skills, this training takes a deeper dive into the symbolic, neurological, and trauma-informed dimensions of Sand Tray work.

TRAUMA INFORMED CARE: FROM A CLIENT'S PERSPECTIVE

This training examines the core principles of trauma-informed care through an immersive, experiential lens, inviting you to step into clients' shoes and evaluate your own practice from the inside out.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR DIRECT PRACTICE

PART 1: Foundational Counseling Skills

PART 2: Navigating Complexity and Urgency
PART 3: Boundaries, Balance, and Burnout Prevention

This is a three part training series packed with practical skills for mental health professionals looking to strengthen their clinical foundation. Participants will gain essential tools for effective communication, setting and maintaining boundaries, and confidently responding to crises.

Kind Words

From past trainees, supervisees, consulting clients, and community partners.

“Donna trained my child therapist team in Sand Tray Therapy and the team became disciples of Creative Ways!

The training was practical, smart, engaging, and personal.

I highly recommend Donna and her team for training as well as ongoing consultation!"

Marisa Parrella

Founder and Executive Director

The MOMENTUM Residency