Seminar Title

Integrating Art and Play Therapy

When & Where

June 17, 2011 – Trinity United Methodist Church. 1400 Oxmoor Road Birmingham, AL 35209

Our Presenter

Karen Abato, ATR-BC

Synopsis

This workshop will be VERY EXPERIENTIAL with hands on learning about the similarities between art and play therapies and how they interact. We will explore art and play therapy the through making of play therapy objects that can be used in therapy. The concept of art therapy interventions vs. art activities in therapy will be explored. Experiential art therapy interventions that can be used in groups and individually will be demonstrated.

We would like to ask that participants bring with them one shoe box and a pencil. Other supplies needed will be provided.

Learning Objectives

Gain an understanding of the differences and similarities between art and play therapies.
Gain a clear understanding of art therapy interventions that can be utilized in play therapy.
Develop an understanding of when to refer to adjunct art therapy, as opposed to using art activities in play therapy.

Registration

Postmarked by
June 11, 2011*                After June 11 ON SITE Only

AAPT/APT Member               $120                                $140

Non-Member                         $150                                $170

Full time Students                 $95                                  $115

Click here to register online.

*ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS June 14th. After that rates go up as indicated in column two above and you must register on-site at the conference location.

For MAIL IN registration the same fees apply, but the registration deadline must be postmarked by June 11, 2011.  After that you must register on-site at the higher rate. To mail in your registration print out the brochure and complete registration area.

Group Discount $10.00 per registrant for groups of 3 or more registering together. Group registration is available only by mail.

Cancellations

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee or if requested a voucher good for one year for a future workshop. All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds issued for any reason after June 15, 2011. You may choose to substitute someone after this deadline but you must notify AAPT of the change. In the unlikely event the workshop cannot be held registrants will receive complimentary admission to a rescheduled workshop or a full value voucher, good for one year, for a future workshop.

Scholarships

Offered to full-time students who are available Thursday evening and Friday prior to and during the conference. Interested applicants may access the volunteer application on our website. Any questions concerning this opportunity, contact: Kathryn Blackwell at k.blackwell@alabamaplaytherapy.org. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS MAY 15, 2011.

Questions and Brochures

If you have any questions about registration, please contact Maura Pratt (334)270-4100 or mpratt@familyguidancecenter.org

Click here for conference brochure and more information:

* About the Workshop
* Learning Objectives
* About Brijin
* Schedule
* Conference Location
* Snail mail registration form
* Directions & Questions
* Continuing Education

Directions

Click here for driving directions. These directions use street and road names, not specific exit numbers.  For specific exit numbers please use sites such as Rand McNally, MapQuest, or Google Maps from your location to 1400 Oxmoor Road Birmingham, AL 35209

Please remember traffic can be a problem so allow yourself plenty of drive time.

Parking

Visitors to Trinity United Methodist Church should park in the large or main parking lot located on Oxmoor and Clermont Drive. Watch for AAPT signs to direct you where to go for the workshop.

Lunch

There are many options for lunch within walking and driving distance of the church. Click here for more information about local restaurants.

Hotels

Here is a link to local hotels near the conference site.