This course is designed for therapists who desire to learn about the historical roots of play therapy and the importance of play in child development. Participants will learn how to facilitate the play therapy relationship, set up the toys and playroom, and basic play therapy skills. Various play therapy theories and techniques for assessment and intervention will be surveyed, with the intent of participants beginning to develop a personal style for providing play therapy. 

When: Tuesday Afternoons 11:00 AM- 2:00 PM EST (Specialized Live Webinar format)

6 classes starting Jan. 28, 2025 (Webinar format)

Spring 2025 Schedule

1.     Jan 28

2.     Feb 2

3.     Feb 11

4.     Feb 18

5.     Feb 25

6.     March 4

Course is 18 hours of credit in the Primary Areas of Play History (5); Skills and Methods (3) and Seminar Significant Theories (Child Centered)- 10; can align this with phase 1 RPT supervision. 

APT Approved Provider 24-742

Play therapy credit available to mental health professionals & graduate students in a mental health program. RPT Supervision is also available

Reach out to learn more about our individual play therapy and group supervision options.

Format: 6 classes over 6 weeks

Class 1: Historical Foundations; Intro to CCPT

Class 2: Play Therapy relationship; Playroom Toys & Materials

Class 3: Skills P I

Class 4: Skills P II

Class 5: Play Themes; Assessment; Ethics

Class 6: Parents & Family in Play Therapy

Required Readings.

Introduction to Play Therapy Intensive Course

(SPRING 2025- IN-PERSON FORMAT; CONTACT TRAINING)

When: Wednesday afternoons 3:00-6:00 PM EST

Where: Langhorne, PA (In-person)

6 Classes starting Jan. 29, 2025

Spring 2025: In-Person format

(Wednesdays 3:00-6:00 PM EST at the Inner Canvas Collective Training Center; Langhorne, PA)

1.     Jan 29

2.     Feb 3

3.     Feb 12

4.     Feb 19

5.     Feb 26

6.     March 5

18 Contact CE Hours; 18 hours of credit in the Primary Areas of Play History (5); Skills and Methods (3) and Seminar Significant Theories (Child Centered)- 10; can align this with phase 1 RPT supervision. 

APT Approved Provider 24-742

Play therapy credit available to mental health professionals & graduate students in a mental health program. RPT Supervision is also available-please reach out to find out more about our individual play therapy and group supervision options.

Class 1: Historical Foundations; Intro to CCPT

Class 2: Play Therapy relationship; Playroom Toys & Materials

Class 3: Skills P I

Class 4: Skills P II

Class 5:  Play Themes; Assessment; Ethics

Class 6: Parents & Family in Play Therapy