October 28, 2025October 28, 2025 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

Danyale Weems, LCSW, RPT-S™ Friday, January 23, 2026

When Worlds Split: A Play Therapist Role in Divorce Transitions

Description

Children who are often caught in the throes of their caregivers divorce experience emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges that require sensitive, developmentally appropriate
interventions. Clinicians experience a parallel process becoming entangled with their child
clients who are in the middle of a high conflict divorce which pose unique challenges clinically
and ethically. Many times Clinicians are placed in the crossfire between parents, courts and
children making it difficult to manage alliances, navigate the legal processes, and maintain
neutrality.

This full-day interactive workshop is designed to deepen play therapists, counselors, social
workers, and mental health professionals working with children impacted by contentious custody
battles which often involve maltreatment allegations, and coercive control dynamics.

Deepen your understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities while equipping yourself with
practical play therapy interventions which are effective and developmentally appropriate. An
integrative approach that will work through a combination of experiential learning, case studies, and
evidence-based interventions. Participants will gain hands-on strategies for creating therapeutic
safety, navigating alliance issues, setting appropriate boundaries with parents, and documenting
play therapy work for legal settings. Participants will leave with language for explaining their role
to parents, strategies for responding to subpoenas or attorney requests, and a deeper
understanding of the intersection between play therapy, attachment disruption, and family
systems under stress. documenting in a legally sound manner, and setting boundaries with
high-conflict parents.

This workshop will help clinicians reduce risk, increase competence in court-involved cases, and
offer grounded, ethical therapeutic services to children experiencing the emotional toll of
parental conflict.

Learning Objectives

Identify their scope of practice and boundaries to courts, attorneys and parents.
Discuss the impact of parental separation and divorce on children
Describe the continuum of parental separation in play therapy from mild estrangement to alienation.
Discuss ways to maintain neutrality, manage triangulation and avoid being in the middle of conflict
Demonstrate at least 3 play therapy interventions to help children process conflict, anxiety and divided loyalty.
Identify 3 ethical pitfalls play therapists face in high conflict cases.

Presenter

Danyale Weems, LCSW, RPT-S™

Danyale Weems is the founder of Waves Counseling in Carrollton, Georgia, where she has dedicated over 17 years to helping children, teens, families, and adults navigate life’s transitions. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Central Florida (2001) and her Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University (2008). A Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Danyale serves as a Supervisor for Social Workers and Play Therapists in training and is an EMDR Approved Consultant, guiding clinicians in trauma-informed and experiential approaches to healing.

Danyale is no stranger to the Alabama Association for Play Therapy, having presented multiple breakout sessions over the years. Her passion for helping families through change—especially in the context of divorce and relational transitions—shines through her engaging and practical teaching style. She brings a wealth of experience, insight, and heart to every training she leads.

Schedule

Registration	8:00-8:30
Morning Session Part I	8:30-10:00
Morning Break	10:00-10:15
Morning Session Part II	10:15-12:00
Lunch On Your Own	12:00-1:00
Afternoon Session Part I	1:00-2:30
Afternoon Break	2:30-2:45
Afternoon Session II	2:45-4:00

All times are CST

Continuing Education Credit

Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance.

Counselors: Alabama Association for Play Therapy (AAPT) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6211. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are identified. Alabama Association for Play Therapy is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Marriage and Family Therapists: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves NBCC-approved courses for CE credit.

Play Therapists: AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers: AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Registration Fees

REGISTRATION FEES	Early Bird Registration Now until December 19	Registration December 20-January 21	On-Site Registration January 22-23
AAPT/APT Member	$150	$170	$190
Non-Member	$170	$190	$210
Full-Time Student _{(with proof of enrollment)}	$135	$150	$165

Group Discount

A discount of $10.00 per registrant for groups of 3 or more registering together. Email the Treasurer (treasurer@alabamaplaytherapy.org) to complete a Group Registration. Credit Cards are accepted if registering online. No purchase orders accepted.

Scholarships

Scholarships to attend the AAPT workshop will be offered to full-time students who volunteer to be available Thursday evening, January 22nd, and all day Friday, January 23rd, to assist with the conference. Volunteer duties may involve working registration, assisting with setup before the event, cleaning up after the event, selling books for the presenter, and preparing materials for the workshop. Students interested in volunteering for the event should contact Hannah Finley at studentrep@alabamaplaytherapy.org and submit proof of enrollment in a counseling or related program (SW, MFT, etc).

Location

Lifeline Children’s Services

200 Missionary Ridge Birmingham, AL 35242

Special Needs

Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org

Cancellations

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee (per day). All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds will be issued for any reason after January 21, 2026. 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.

Membership Information

To join the Association for Play Therapy, click here.

March 7, 2025October 20, 2025 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

Amy Davis, PhD, LPC, SB-RPT™ Friday, April 25, 2025

Ethical Excellence in Play Therapy: Principles, Challenges, and Best Practices

REGISTRATION CLOSED

Description

Ethics form the foundation of effective and compassionate play therapy practice. This interactive six-hour workshop equips play therapists with the knowledge and skills to navigate ethical challenges with confidence and integrity. Participants will explore foundational ethical principles—autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice—and apply them to the unique dynamics of the playroom. Through discussions, case studies, and role-playing, attendees will learn to address common dilemmas such as confidentiality, dual relationships, and boundary-setting while developing strategies for inclusive and culturally responsive care. Special emphasis will be placed on cultural and diversity considerations, highlighting strategies for providing inclusive and equitable care to clients from diverse backgrounds.

Using an ethical decision-making framework, participants will practice resolving complex scenarios and strengthening their ability to balance client needs with professional responsibilities. Additionally, the workshop will emphasize the importance of ethical self-reflection and professional growth, empowering participants to sustain ethical excellence in their practice. This training is ideal for mental health professionals, registered play therapists, and graduate students seeking to enhance their ethical competence in play therapy.

Learning Objectives

Participants will explore key ethics as they apply to the practice of play therapy.
Participants will learn to recognize common ethical challenges in play therapy and how to address them effectively.
Participants will develop skills to navigate cultural, racial, and socioeconomic factors ethically, ensuring inclusive and equitable play therapy practices.
Participants will gain strategies for maintaining client confidentiality in play therapy while managing communication with parents, caregivers, and other stakeholders.
Participants will practice applying an ethical decision-making framework to real-world scenarios encountered in play therapy.
Participants will learn techniques for ongoing ethical self-reflection, supervision, and consultation to enhance their professional practice and ensure adherence to ethical standards in play therapy.

Presenter

Amy Davis, PhD, LPC, NCC, is a School Based Registered Play Therapist specializing in school counseling and counseling children and adolescents. She has a PhD in counselor education from the University of Alabama and an MA in school counseling from the University of North Alabama. Amy Davis is an Assistant Professor and Department Chair in Counselor Education at the University of North Alabama. In addition to teaching, Dr. Davis has been seeing children and adolescents part time in private practice as a play therapist since 2021 at her private practice, Sweetwater Counseling and Consulting. Dr. Davis is a past president of the Alabama Association for Play Therapy and an active member of many counseling organizations. Her research interests include school counseling, play therapy in the school settings, aggressive toys in play therapy, and bibliotherapy. Dr. Davis has presented on these topics at the local, state, regional, national, and international levels.

Schedule

Registration	8:00-8:30
Workshop Session I	8:30-10:00
Morning Break	10:00-10:15
Workshop Session II	10:15-12:00
Lunch On Your Own	12:00-1:00
Workshop Session III	1:00-2:30
Afternoon Break	2:30-2:45
Workshop Session IV	2:45-4:00

All times are CST

Continuing Education Credit

Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance.

Marriage and Family Therapists: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves NBCC-approved courses for CE credit.

Play Therapists: AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers: AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Registration Fees

REGISTRATION FEES	Registration March 10, 2025- April 23, 2025
AAPT/APT Member	$125
Non-Member	$150
Full-Time Student _{(with proof of enrollment)}	$100

Space is not Guaranteed Until Your Registration is Processed.

Group Discount

Scholarships

Scholarships to attend the AAPT workshop will be offered to full-time students who volunteer to be available Thursday evening, April 24th, and all day Friday, April 25th, to assist with the conference. Volunteer duties may involve working registration, assisting with setup before the event, cleaning up after the event, selling books for the presenter, and preparing materials for the workshop. Students interested in volunteering for the event should contact Shay Dobbins at pres-elect@alabamaplaytherapy.org and submit proof of enrollment in a counseling or related program (SW, MFT, etc).

Location

True Divine Baptist Church | 4601 Troy Highway, Montgomery, AL 36116

Special Needs

Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org, Registration & CE Coordinator

Cancellations

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee (per day). All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds will be issued for any reason after April 23, 2025. 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.

Membership Information

To join the Association for Play Therapy, click here.

October 11, 2024November 5, 2024 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

Mary Ruth Cross, LMFT, NCC, RPT-S™ & Leslie Baker, LMFT, NCC, RPT-S™ Friday, January 24, 2025

Restoring Hope to Youth in Play: Suicide Assessment, Treatment & Prevention

Description

Participants will assess for suicide risk via Prescriptive play, integrated expressive play into care, and suicide prevention tools.

This workshop will address diverse populations’ needs. This workshop will address issues of diversity by elucidating the unique risks and warning signs for many populations, including vulnerable ones, as well as provide assessments and interventions that are culturally sensitive and aware of the need for diversity.

Learning Objectives

Describe 3 risk factors to identify suicidal behavior in youth in play settings.
Describe 3 warning signs to identify suicidal behavior in youth & adults in play settings.
List 1 or more screening assessment tools for youth coping with suicidal thoughts/ideation and/or suicidal behaviors that can be integrated into play.
List 2 or more play based prevention strategies for youth coping with suicidal thoughts/ideation and/or suicidal behaviors.
Examine and apply at least 3 play-based strategies for working with youth with suicidal ideation and/or suicidal behaviors.
Identify at least 5 myths about the assessment and treatment of suicidality in youth.

Presenters

Mary Ruth Cross, LMFT, NCC, RPT-S

Mary Ruth Cross, a compassionate and empathetic Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, has dedicated over 30 years to the mental health field. As the Owner and CEO of Treehouse Family Counseling Services in San Ramon, CA, she and her staff provide counseling to children and families, with a special focus on play therapy. Mary Ruth’s treatment team model, which supports the whole family, is a testament to her understanding of the importance of a holistic approach to healing. The practice harnesses the healing power of play to bring about healing for children, teens, couples, adults, and families, reflecting Mary Ruth’s deep empathy and care for her clients.

Mary Ruth is a California State University East Bay graduate and has been on faculty at John F. Kennedy University and the University of Phoenix, teaching in the counselor education programs. Mary Ruth is a Registered Play Therapist, Supervisor™, and a sought-after workshop leader in the field of play therapy, suicide, grief and loss, high conflict families and trauma as well as other related mental health issues. Mary Ruth is a member in good standing with the Association for Play Therapy, the California Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, National Board-Certified Counselors, American Psychological Association and the Association for Death Education and Counseling. Mary Ruth co-facilitates a grief support group in Livermore, CA. She is also co-author of a children’s book on trauma called “Snug and Rug and the ‘No Good Very Bad Thing’: A Story of Coping, Calming & Courage for Children” and is co-author and co-editor of the book ASSESSING AND TREATING SUICIDAL THINKING AND BEHAVIORS IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS: A Play Therapy Guide for Mental Health Practitioners.

Leslie Baker, LMFT, NCC, RPT-S™

Leslie Baker is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, National Board-Certified Counselor, Gottmann Certified Therapist, and a Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor™. She is the CEO and Owner of Therapy2Thrive® Ruby Hill Marriage and Family Counseling Center. Leslie has over 30 years of practical experience as a clinician and supervisor. She has presented workshops on the topic of suicide for 11+ years. Her background includes more than 13 years as Adjunct Faculty at the University of Phoenix in the College of Social Sciences, Master of Counseling program, and nine years as the Lead Area Chair for the Master’s in Counseling Program. For an additional ten years, she has been an Adjunct Faculty and Associate Professor for John F. Kennedy University in Campbell, CA, and an Adjunct Professor for Antioch University in Santa Barbara, CA. Leslie is an active member of the California Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (CAMFT), East Bay Association for Marriage and Family Therapists (EBCAMFT), Association for Play Therapy (APT), and the California Association for Play Therapy (CALAPT) and World Association of Professional Sandtray (WAPT) and Mental Health Virtual Reality (MHVR).

Leslie served on the Committee for Technology as a clinical member of the San Francisco Chapter of the CALAPT. Recently, Leslie has presented to local, national, and international groups focusing on using play therapy and integrating expressive play-based therapies for trauma treatment, treatment of suicide, and incorporating technology into treating youth. A Certified Suicide Bereavement-trained Clinician since 2017, Leslie has worked with suicide loss survivors, treating those who cope with suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Leslie is the author of a children’s book Healing Feelings a story of coping with a grown-up mental illness and co-author of a children’s book Snug and Rug and the ‘No Good Very Bad Thing to assist youth in coping, calming and courage. She is also a contributing author to two book chapters on advancing technology use in play therapy. Leslie is the co-editor and co-author of Assessing and Treating Suicidal Children and Adolescents: A Play Therapy Guide for Mental Health Professionals and School-Based Settings published by Taylor and Francis.

Schedule

Registration	8:00-8:30
Workshop Session I	8:30-10:00
Morning Break	10:00-10:15
Workshop Session II	10:15-12:00
Lunch On Your Own	12:00-1:00
Workshop Session III	1:00-2:30
Afternoon Break	2:30-2:45
Workshop Session IV	2:45-4:00

All times are CST

Continuing Education Credit

Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance.

Marriage and Family Therapists: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves NBCC-approved courses for CE credit.

Play Therapists: AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers: AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Registration Fees

REGISTRATION FEES	Early Bird Registration Now until December 20	Registration December 21-January 22	On-Site Registration January 22-24
AAPT/APT Member	$140	$160	$180
Non-Member	$160	$180	$200
Full-Time Student _{(with proof of enrollment)}	$125	$140	$155

Group Discount

Scholarships

Scholarships to attend the AAPT workshop will be offered to full-time students who volunteer to be available Thursday evening, January 23rd, and all day Friday, January 24th, to assist with the conference. Volunteer duties may involve working registration, assisting with setup before the event, cleaning up after the event, selling books for the presenter, and preparing materials for the workshop. Students interested in volunteering for the event should contact Dorian Bayles at studentrep@alabamaplaytherapy.org and submit proof of enrollment in a counseling or related program (SW, MFT, etc).

Location

Lifeline Children’s Services

200 Missionary Ridge Birmingham, AL 35242

Special Needs

Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org

Cancellations

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee (per day). All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds will be issued for any reason after January 22, 2025. 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.

Membership Information

To join the Association for Play Therapy, click here.

Featured Alabama Association for Play Therapy

Dr. LaKaavia Taylor LPC-S, NCC, RPT™ Friday, April 12, 2024

Playing for Resilience: Utilizing Play Therapy to Foster Strength in African American Children

Registration is Closed

Description

Historically, African American children and their families have been impacted by systemic racism, resulting in racial stress and marginalization. Parents and caregivers are tasked with the added challenge of helping African American children navigate racism and discrimination (Harris & Graham, 2014). These challenges can lead to a heightened risk of psychological distress. Despite the risks, African American children overcome the many racial barriers, obstacles, and adversity they face (APA, 2008). This is attributed mainly to protective factors such as resilience. Resilience is a learned ability that helps one to heal and live fully in the face of adversity. Play therapy has therapeutic benefits and processes to promote resilience and overall wellness in children. In this conference, participants will learn the unique needs of African American children and how play therapy can help foster strength and resilience. Participants will also have opportunities to explore their own beliefs and biases.

Learning Objectives

Participants of this workshop will identify three sociopolitical experiences that impact the African American children and families.
Participants of this workshop will identify three risk and protective factors in African American children related to coping with adversity.
Participants of this workshop will describe the clinical implications and special considerations in working with African American children in play therapy.
Participants of this workshop will explain the relationship between resilience, African American children, and play therapy.
Participants of this workshop will explain three ways play therapy can facilitate strength and resilience in African American children.
Participants of this workshop will identify four play themes of racial and cultural exploration.
Participants of this workshop will practice three activities and play-based interventions to support strength and resilience in African American children.
Participants of this workshop will identify two strengths-based assessment measures to assess strength and resilience in play therapy.
Participants of this workshop will identify three relevant play therapy attitudinal traits, skills, and methods needed to work effectively with African American children and families.
Participants of this workshop will identify three strategies to affirm and engage African American families in play therapy and treatment.

Presenter

Dr. LaKaavia Taylor is a Clinical Associate Professor of Counseling at Southern Methodist University (SMU). She earned her Ph.D. in Counseling with a specialty in play therapy and psychoeducational assessment from the University of North Texas, where she served as a director of the Child and Family Resource Clinic (CFRC) and Internship Coordinator. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, National Certified Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, Certified Child-Centered Play Therapy Supervisor, and Certified Child-Parent Relationship Therapy Supervisor. For over a decade, Dr. Taylor has provided counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, and families in various settings, including community agencies, public schools, private practice, and university clinics. Her specialty is multicultural counseling and trauma-informed practices.

Dr. Taylor has delivered numerous presentations at local, national, and state professional conferences, published chapters and research on play therapy, and engaged in social justice advocacy efforts in her leadership positions in national counseling organizations. Dr. Taylor is a Counselor Educator Trustee for the Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling (ACAC). She is the former recipient of the Rho Kappa Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota Outstanding Research Award and College of Education Outstanding Lecturer Award. Dr. Taylor’s lifelong commitment is to reduce mental health barriers for individuals and families from marginalized and underserved populations.

Schedule

Registration	8:00-8:30
Workshop Session I	8:30-10:00
Morning Break	10:00-10:15
Workshop Session II	10:15-12:00
Lunch On Your Own	12:00-1:00
Workshop Session III	1:00-2:30
Afternoon Break	2:30-2:45
Workshop Session IV	2:45-4:00

All times are CST

Continuing Education Credit

Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance.

Marriage and Family Therapists: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves NBCC-approved courses for CE credit.

Play Therapists: AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers: AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Registration Fees

REGISTRATION FEES	Early-bird Registration (until March 15)	Registration March 16-April 9	Onsite Registration April 10-12
AAPT/APT Member	$140	$160	$180
Non-Member	$160	$180	$200
Full-Time Student _{(with proof of enrollment)}	$125	$140	$155

Space is not Guaranteed Until Your Registration is Processed.

Group Discount

Scholarships

Scholarships to attend the AAPT workshop will be offered to full-time students who volunteer to be available Thursday evening, April 11th, and all day Friday, April 12th, to assist with the conference. Volunteer duties may involve working registration, assisting with setup before the event, cleaning up after the event, selling books for the presenter, and preparing materials for the workshop. Students interested in volunteering for the event should contact Sarah Knapp at studentrep@alabamaplaytherapy.org and submit proof of enrollment in a counseling or related program (SW, MFT, etc).

Location

Lifeline Children’s Services- 200 Missionary Ridge, Birmingham, AL 35242

Special Needs

Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org, Registration & CE Coordinator

Cancellations

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee (per day). All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds will be issued for any reason after April 10, 2024. If 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.

Membership Information

To join the Association for Play Therapy, click here.

September 21, 2023January 24, 2024 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

James Jackson, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S™ Saturday, January 27, 2024

Sand Tray at the Beach: Play Therapy Using Sand, Water, & Figures

REGISTRATION FULL

Description

Sand tray therapy is an approach within the broader field of play therapy that provides clients with a number of different therapeutic elements including sand, water, the container, and objects such as images, figures, toys, etc. It aligns with the core principles of play therapy by providing a safe and therapeutic space for clients to explore their emotions, communicate symbolically, and work through psychological challenges using play and creativity. Therapists can structure sand tray experiences in a variety of ways for clients to access and integrate these elements in their therapeutic journeys.

This workshop will provide attendees the opportunity to learn about the origins of sand tray, examine significant theoretical frameworks from which to view the sand tray process, and practice basic sand tray therapy skills that can help facilitate clients’ play therapy using sand trays.

Learning Objectives

Identify and describe significant contributors and developments in the history of sand tray therapy.
Identify and describe elements of at least three (3) different theoretical approaches to sand tray therapy within the context of play therapy.
Demonstrate basic sand tray therapy skills, vital for effectively engaging clients in play therapy sessions.
Describe how sand tray therapy might be integrated into their own therapeutic approach.
Describe how diversity considerations inform the practices of sand tray therapy.

Presenter

James L. Jackson, Jr., Ph.D., LPC-S, NCC, Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor, is a Professor of Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling program coordinator at the University of Montevallo and an outpatient therapist at Alabama Psychiatry and Counseling Services in Birmingham, Alabama. James has been certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has over 20 years experience providing therapy with children, adolescents, and adults through both office-based and in-home services. James’ public school experiences include teaching children from kindergarten through high school in rural Tennessee as well as teaching and supervising graduate counseling students in Alabama, Colorado, and in Texas on the U.S./Mexico border. A former professional touring musician, James incorporates music and other creative arts activities (including sand tray, in his educational and therapeutic work. James is a member of the Alabama Association for Play Therapy, Alabama Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, and the Association for Play Therapy.

Schedule

Registration	8:00-8:30
Workshop Session I	8:30-10:00
Morning Break	10:00-10:15
Workshop Session II	10:15-12:00
Lunch On Your Own	12:00-1:00
Workshop Session III	1:00-2:30
Afternoon Break	2:30-2:45
Workshop Session IV	2:45-4:00

All times are CST

Continuing Education Credit

Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance.

Marriage and Family Therapists: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves NBCC-approved courses for CE credit.

Play Therapists: AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers: AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Registration Fees REGISTRATION FULL

REGISTRATION FEES	Registration Dec. 1, 2023- Jan. 19, 2024
AAPT/APT Member	$125
Non-Member	$150
Full-Time Student _{(with proof of enrollment)}	$100

Space is not Guaranteed Until Your Registration is Processed.

Group Discount

Scholarships

Scholarships to attend the AAPT workshop will be offered to full-time students who volunteer to be available Friday evening, January 26th, and all day Saturday, January 27th, to assist with the conference. Volunteer duties may involve working registration, assisting with setup before the event, cleaning up after the event, selling books for the presenter, and preparing materials for the workshop. Students interested in volunteering for the event should contact Sarah Knapp at studentrep@alabamaplaytherapy.org and submit proof of enrollment in a counseling or related program (SW, MFT, etc).

Location

The Lodge at Gulf State Park, 21196 East Beach Blvd. Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Lodging- ROOM BLOCK FULL

The Alabama Association for Play Therapy has contracted with Gulf State Park to provide a limited number of rooms at a discounted rate of $119 for the nights of Friday, January 26th, and Saturday, January 27th. Reservations must be made before Wednesday, December 27th. ROOM BLOCK FULL

Check-In: 4:00 PM

Check-Out: 11:00 AM

Instructions for Guests wishing to check availability to extend their stay:

Edit travel dates at the top of the landing page, then click the UPDATE icon
If the requested dates are not available at the group rate, reach out to Central Reservations at 1-800-618-4350 and mention your group code 918 for assistance.

Special Needs

Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org, Registration & CE Coordinator

Cancellations

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee (per day). All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds will be issued for any reason after April 4, 2023. 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.

Membership Information

To join the Association for Play Therapy, click here.

REGISTRATION FULL

February 7, 2023September 19, 2023 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

Robyn Simmons EdD, LPC, NCC, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor on Friday, April 7, 2023

Being a Responsible Play Therapist: Ethics, Supervision,

and Self-Care

Description

In practicing play therapy, it is critical for the clinician to be aware of specific ethical considerations in working with minor clients. Additionally, play therapists are ethically responsible when they monitor for and respond to potential impairment as a result of burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. The focus of this workshop will be on helping play therapists understand legal and ethical issues in play therapy and methods play therapists can use to minimize the negative impacts of working with difficult client material, as well as supervision strategies to help play therapists navigate ethical decision making and self-care needs.

Learning Objectives

Compare and contrast the legal and ethical issues that are unique to play therapy and those shared with other modalities (i.e., documentation, competence, informed consent, confidentiality, cultural competence, boundaries, and duty to warn and protect).
Increase awareness of the impact of client material on the clinician.
Identify legal requirements and limitations of working with minor clients.
Understand the distinctions between burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma.
Increase understanding of counselor impairment that can result from burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma.
Gain awareness of self-care methods to minimize the impact of traumatic client material.
Learn creative methods of processing through client experiences.
Using play approaches in supervision to conceptualize cases and identify interventions.

Presenter

Robyn Trippany Simmons received her Ed.D. in Counselor Education from the University of Alabama in 2001 and has been a practicing counselor since 1996. She serves as Professor and Director of Faculty Development in the Department of Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands. Dr. Simmons has also served in programmatic administrative and leadership positions for much of her career. Dr. Simmons’s research and clinical interests include sexual trauma, vicarious trauma, play therapy, and professional identity issues. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor in Alabama and is a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Dr. Simmons publishes and presents locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally on play therapy, creative approaches to therapy and clinical supervision, counselor education, and trauma counseling.

Schedule

Registration	8:00-8:30
Workshop Session I	8:30-10:00
Morning Break	10:00-10:15
Workshop Session II	10:15-12:00
Lunch On Your Own	12:00-1:00
Workshop Session III	1:00-2:30
Afternoon Break	2:30-2:45
Workshop Session IV	2:45-4:00

All Times are CST

Continuing Education Credit

Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance.

Marriage and Family Therapists: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves courses that are NBCC approved for CE credit.

Play Therapists: AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers: AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Registration Fees:

REGISTRATION FEES	Advanced Registration	On-Site Registration
AAPT/APT Member	$70	$80
Non-Member	$90	$100
Full-Time Student _{(with proof of enrollment)}	$50	$60

Space is not Guaranteed Until Your Registration is Processed.

Group Discount:

A discount of $10.00 per registrant for groups of 3 or more registering together. Email the Registration Chair (ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org) to complete a Group Registration. Credit Cards are accepted if registering online. No purchase orders accepted.

Scholarships:

Scholarships to attend the AAPT workshop will be offered to full-time students who volunteer to be available Thursday evening, April 6th, and all-day Friday, April 7th to assist with the conference. Volunteer duties may involve working registration, assisting with setup prior to the event, cleaning up after the event, selling books for the presenter, and preparing materials for the workshop. Students interested in volunteering for the event should contact Sarah Knapp at studentrep@alabamaplaytherapy.org and submit proof of enrollment in a counseling or related program (SW, MFT, etc).

Location: Blue Spring Road Church of Christ 2150 Blue Spring Road NW, Huntsville, AL 35810

Special Needs:

Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org, Registration & CE Coordinator

Cancellations:

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee (per day). All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds will be issued for any reason after April 4, 2023. 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.

Membership Information:

To join the Association for Play Therapy click here.

Register Now to secure your spot!

August 20, 2022September 19, 2023 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

CANCELED – Regional Workshop – Friday, September 16, 2022

Creative Play Therapy Interventions for Counselors

Live In-Person Workshop

Troy University-Dothan Campus

500 University Dr, Dothan, AL 36303

Malone Hall-Thomas Harrison Room (#115)

6 Contact Hours

Millie Dawson-Hardy, PhD, LPC, MAT, Registered Play Therapist

Description: This workshop is designed to give you knowledge as well as some hands on experience in working with the creative therapies. We will have time for information gathering and sharing about the history of creative therapies as well as some specific knowledge about play and art therapy. Beyond that we will also spend time playing and creating ourselves.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to effectively identify and describe creative therapy, list its background history, and understand how it can be utilized with play therapy.
Participants will be able to explain and demonstrate techniques of art and creative therapy in a play therapy setting.
Participants will effectively utilize skills in recognition of application in their individual setting and practice incorporating creative therapy interventions.

Presenter: Millie Dawson-Hardy, PhD, LPC, MAT is a Licensed Professional Counselor (#4103) and a Registered Play Therapist who specializes in creative expressions in therapy. She is a counselor educator at the University of Alabama with over 25 years of experience as a school counselor in Georgia. Millie earned her PhD in Counseling from Georgia State University and Master of Art Therapy from Georgia College and State University.

Millie is a Humanistic and Adlerian trained counselor who describes herself as highly creative. She often uses creative means such as art and play in her work for both children and adults. Millie believes creative therapies allow for deep exploration. She also believes therapy is not an art or dance class, but the use of creative expression moves us into a deeper place within ourselves so the use of these modalities are for all not just those who identify as artists.

Schedule:

Registration 8:00-8:30

Morning Session Part I 8:30-10:00

Break 10:00-10:15

Morning Session Part II 10:15-12:00

Lunch Break (on your own) 12:00-1:00

Afternoon Session Part I 1:00-2:30

Break 2:30-2:45

Afternoon Session Part II 2:45-4:00

Continuing Education Credit:

Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance. No partial credit will be awarded.

Marriage and Family Therapists: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves courses that are NBCC approved for CE credit.

Play Therapists: AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers: AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Group Discount: A discount of $10.00 per registrant for groups of 3 or more registering together. When registering a group online, please register all group members at one time using the add additional attendee link that appears at the end of the registration. Check or money order only if registering by mail. Credit Cards accepted if registering online. No purchase orders accepted.

Special Needs: Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org, Registration & CE Coordinator

Cancellations: Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee. All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds issued for any reason after September 14, 2022. 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.

Registration Information:

	Mail-In/Online Registration	On-Site Registration
AAPT/APT Member	$70	$80
Non-Member	$90	$100
Full Time Student	$50	$60

*Online registration ends at 11:59 CST on Wednesday, September 14, 2022

SCHOLARSHIPS: Scholarships will be offered to two full-time students who can be available Friday prior to, during, and after the workshop. Interested applicants should contact us at studentrep@playtherapyalabama

For REGISTRATION questions contact: CE and Registration Coordinators ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org

For workshop QUESTIONS contact: Shay Dobbins at (256) 525-5416 or regionalworkshops@alabamaplaytherapy.org

Membership Information: Membership applications are available online at http://www.a4pt.org/default.asp?page=membership or by emailing the membership chair at membership@alabamaplaytherapy.org

March 9, 2022April 16, 2022 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

Regional Workshop – Friday, April 15th, 2022

Assisting Clients in Rewriting Narratives through Art, Bibliotherapy, and Other Play Therapy Based Directives

Mindi Amberson, LPC-S, EdS, NCC, RPT-S, School Counselor

Live In-Person Workshop

Friday, April 15, 2022

Oxford Civic Center

401 McCullars Ln, Oxford, AL 36203

6 Contact hours (including 2 ethics hours)

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to effectively identify and describe narrative therapy, list its background history, and understand how it can be utilized with play therapy.
Participants will be able to discuss, explain, and utilize play therapy techniques to assist clients in rewriting narratives through art, bibliotherapy, and other directives.
Participants will be able to explain and demonstrate techniques of ethically sound holistic counseling through use of narrative therapy in a play therapy setting.
Participants will effectively utilize skills in recognition of application in their individual setting and practice incorporating playful narrative interventions.
Participants will be able to describe and demonstrate techniques of art play therapy directives for use in narrative counseling.

Presenter

Mindi Amberson, LPC-S, EdS, NCC, RPT-S, is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Mindi earned her bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Jacksonville State University. She earned her Master’s Degree and Ed. S. in Community Agency Counseling from Jacksonville State University. She also maintains her school counselor certification, Relaxation Based Pain Management Certification, and National Counselor Certification. She is currently enrolled in a doctoral program at Baylor University, focusing on organizational change and leadership in Education. She is currently working on her dissertation titled: A Case Study: Elementary Teacher’s Perceptions of Play Based Learning and Its Impact on Students’ Physical, Social, Cognitive, and Emotional Development.

She owns and directs Orchard Road Counseling and Consulting, where she provides therapy, supervision, and consulting services. While a diverse background in social work and counseling may not seem like a perfect fit for a school counselor position, it has made the transition a beautiful experience for her. She believes in the power of community partnerships, and has used her professional experience in play therapy as means to meet both individual and small group needs in a school setting. Mindi is in her eighth year as the school counselor at Wellborn Elementary and has over 17 years of social work and counseling experience. Mindi was awarded the Alabama School Counselor of the Year Award for 2017, as well as Teacher Hall of Fame for JSU 2016-2017 school year. She enjoys speaking to counselors and educators on several topics, in particular on ways to incorporate play with all ages.

Mindi is married to Justin Amberson and they have four children. Self-care is always a must for counselors and she enjoys this time by being a bookworm, a google nerd, and finding any way to enjoy nature. She also coaches the girls’ Varisty Basketball team at Wellborn High School, and ends up most nights (no matter the sports season) cheering on the Wellborn Panthers!

Schedule

Registration	8:00-8:30
Workshop Session I	8:30-10:00
Break	10:00-10:15
Workshop Session II	10:15-12:00
Lunch Break (on your own)	12:00-1:00
Workshop Session III	1:00-2:30
Break	2:30-2:45
Workshop Session IV	2:45-4:00

All Times are CST

Continuing Education Credit

Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance. No partial credit will be awarded.

Counselors:Alabama Association for Play Therapy (AAPT) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6211. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are identified. Alabama Association for Play Therapy is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Marriage and Family Therapists:The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves courses that are NBCC approved for CE credit.

Play Therapists:AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers:AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Registration Fees:

	Online	On-Site
AAPT/APT Member	$70	$80
Non-Member Online	$90	$100
Full-Time Student	$50	$60

Space is not Guaranteed Until Your Registration is Processed.

** ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS Friday, April 8th, 2022 2 11:59 PM CST*

Group Discount:

A discount of $10.00 per registrant for groups of or more registering together. When registering a group online, please register all group members at one time using the add additional attendee link that appears at the end of the registration. Check or money order only if registering by mail. Credit Cards accepted if registering online. No purchase orders accepted.

Special Needs:

Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org, Registration & CE Coordinator

Cancellations:

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee (per day). All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds will be issued for any reason after April 13, 2022. 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.

Membership Information:

Membership applications are available online http://www.a4pt.org/default.asp?page=membership or by emailing membership@alabamaplaytherapy.org

Register Now to secure your spot!

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February 20, 2021June 22, 2021 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

A Neurosequential Therapeutic Approach to Play and Play Therapy for Children with Trauma

Registration is closed.
Both Friday and Saturday Sessions are at Capacity.

PRESENTER: Dr. Rick Gaskill, LCPC, Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor

WHEN: (Two Sections) June 18th, 2021 & June 19th, 2021 (Both are at capacity)

WHERE: Online (Zoom)

Description:

Over the past two decades, research has clearly documented the vulnerability of the developing brain and the negative impact of social and emotional trauma on brain functioning. It is now apparent that traumatic and neglectful developmental experiences negatively impact normal brain growth in all areas of the brain depending on the nature of the maltreatment, developmental stage of the child, and the quality of the nurturing environment. Science now informs us that these factors cause disorganization in specific areas of the brain and that traditional play therapy interventions may not be equally effective in each region. While play therapy embodies many neurobiological principles, a “one size fits all” therapeutic approach will be less effective than treatments designed for specific affected brain regions. As play therapists learn fundamental concepts regarding brain development, brain organization, and the impact of trauma, we become better able to identify effective play therapy treatment options.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to identify neurobiological concepts vital to understanding brain processing
Participants will be able to discuss misperceptions of brain functioning which impair treatment outcome
Participants will list the six key neurological concepts (6 R’s) present in successful play therapy interventions
Participants will identify crucial play therapy intervention strategies for trauma encoded in different brain regions
Participants will integrate treatment strategies into play therapy using the regulate, relate, reason paradigm
Participants will design patterned and repetitive play therapy activities into episodes into successful treatment outcomes

Presenter Bio:

Dr. Gaskill holds a doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology and has worked in community mental health for 45 years. Currently, he is Executive Director of Sumner Mental Health Center in Wellington, KS. Rick also served as Children’s Director and Clinical Director before becoming the Executive Director. He is a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and an Infant Mental Health Clinical Mentor. Rick was a founding member and past president of the Kansas Association for Play Therapy and is a pass Chair of the Board of Directors for the national Association for Play Therapy as well have serving as a reviewer for the International Journal for Play Therapy.

Dr. Gaskill is an adjunct faculty member at Wichita State University, teaching play therapy and supervising play therapy practica since 1995. He cofounder of the WSU Approved Play Therapy Center in 2010. Dr. Gaskill has published 4 book chapters (3 with Dr. Bruce Perry Senior Fellow of the Child Trauma Academy), a research article, as well as multiple articles involving the neurobiology of trauma, the use of play therapy, and NMT guided play activities in treating trauma. He has designed, operated, consulted, and lectured on children’s therapy, therapeutic preschools, trauma informed schools, and the integration of school based mental health services throughout the United States, Canada, and Australia over the past 30 years.

He received the Chairman’s Award from Future’s Unlimited in 1997 for his work with at risk children and was named the Kansas Head Start Partner of the Year in 2005 for his work with therapeutic preschools. Dr. Gaskill was named a Fellow of the Child Trauma Academy in Houston, Texas, in 2004. In 2006, he was named one of the Regional Administrator’s Leadership Award Winners for ACF Region VI of the Department of Health and Human Services regarding trauma informed care, and in 2013 served on the Governor’s Mental Health Task Force for the State of Kansas. In 2014, Dr. Gaskill was honored with the Exemplary Service to Children and Families Award at the Kansas Governor’s Conference for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect. In 2015, he was also recognized for his consultation and work with traumatized preschoolers by the National Association to Protect Children and in 2017 Wichita State University awarded him the College of Education’s Champion of Education Award. Also in 2017, Dr. Gaskill was presented the Alice Eberhart-Wright Visionary Award for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of early childhood mental health by the Kansas Association of Infant Mental Health. Finally, the Kansas Association for Play Therapy named Dr. Gaskill the first recipient of the Rick Gaskill Luminary Award for his contributions to play therapy in the State of Kansas in 2018 naming the award in his honor. In 2020 Rick was selected for the Wichita State University Hall of Fame.

Schedule:

8:00-8:30	Log-on
8:30-9:00	Neuroscience background and implications for play therapy
9:00-10:30	Identify key brain regions and methods to impact these regions
10:30-10:45	Break
10:45-12:00	Design and sequence neurologically appropriate activities for affected brain regions
12:00-12:45	Lunch Break
12:45-1:00	AAPT Business Meeting
1:00-2:30	Apply the 6 R’s of neurologically informed and biologically sensitive play therapy
2:30-2:45	Break
2:45-4:00	Create a therapeutic web through the use of the 6 R’s
4:00	Post Workshop Exam and Evaluation

All times are in Central Standard Time (CST).

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT:

Due to COVID-19 health concerns, this one-time online event has been approved by APT for (6 hrs) CONTACT CE Hours. Six Contact Hours will be awarded for a full day of attendance. Attendees must successfully complete a post-test and an evaluation. No partial credit will be awarded.

Marriage and Family Therapists: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy (ABEMFT) automatically approves courses that are NBCC approved for CE credit.

Play Therapists: AAPT is approved by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) to offer continuing education specific to play therapy. APT Approved Provider No. 98-045.

Social Workers: AAPT is approved by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners (ASBSWE) to offer continuing education to social workers. ASBSWE Provider No. 0284.

Group Discount

A discount of $10.00 per registrant for groups of 3 or more registering together. When registering a group online, please register all group members at one time using the add additional attendee link that appears at the end of the registration. Check or money order only if registering by mail. Credit Cards accepted if registering online. No purchase orders accepted.

Special Needs:

Please contact CE & Registration at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org, Registration & CE Coordinator if you have special needs for the workshop.

Registration Information:

Early registration is recommended as space is limited to 40 attendees. Spaces are not guaranteed until your registration is processed and the registration fee has been paid.

Category	Registration Fee
AAPT/APT Member	$100
Non-Member	$130
Full Time Student	$90

*Registration ends at 11:59 CST on Friday, June 4, 2021 or when conference reaches 40 registrants.

Membership Information:

Membership applications are available online http://www.a4pt.org/default.asp?page=membership or by emailing membership@alabamaplaytherapy.org

Cancellations:

Registrants canceling up to 48 hours before a workshop will receive a tuition refund less a $20 administrative fee. All requests must be made in writing or by email. No refunds issued for any reason after June 15, 2021. 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.

Questions?

For REGISTRATION questions contact: CE and Registration Coordinators at ceandregistration@alabamaplaytherapy.org

For workshop QUESTIONS contact: Amy Davis (256) 577-3428 or pres-elect@alabamaplaytherapy.org

February 6, 2021February 6, 2021 Alabama Association for Play Therapy

Play Therapy Week 2021

National Play Therapy Week 2021 is quickly approaching! This year, the Association for Play Therapy has designated February 7^th thru 13^th as National Play Therapy Week. In response, your AAPT board has decided to sponsor three “Meet and Greet” sessions to celebrate this week dedicated to play therapists and the power of play.

These sessions will be held via Zoom so that everyone can attend safely! Links to these meetings will be sent out via AAPT newsletter. So, check your in-boxes.

Meeting #1 Monday, February 8^th at 9am
Meeting #2 Wednesday, February 10^th at 12noon
Meeting #3 Friday, February 12^th at 6pm

During these meetings, you will be able to meet some of your AAPT board members and network! You will also discuss some of the requirements for becoming a Registered Play Therapist and learn how to find a supervisor. Suggestions for upcoming workshop topics and presenters will be also be polled.

Lastly- everyone who logs on and participates in a session will be entered to win a play therapy item that can be used in your practice OR a discount on an upcoming workshop!!!

So, don’t wait! Put one of these dates and times on your calendar and set an alarm – you don’t want to miss out!