Save the date for our upcoming trainings during 2026. We look forward to learning alongside you.
March 2026
Trauma-Informed Practical Care
This workshop will explore how safety, connection, and emotional regulation are vital to trauma-informed practices. Be informed, empathic, and culturally responsive when working with trauma.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how trauma affects the body and how that impacts behavior.
- Understand the scope of trauma and its impact on society, especially in the educational setting.
- Identify and learn trauma-informed interventions for emotional regulation.
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April 2026
Embracing Diversity: A Playful Approach to Neurodiversity-Affirming Care
Learning Objectives:
1. Participants will accurately identify at least three (3) unique challenges and three (3) strengths commonly experienced by neurodivergent children and teens within play therapy through group discussions and case study analyses.
2. Participants will successfully implement at least two (2) inclusive play therapy techniques for neurodivergent youth during simulated therapeutic scenarios, demonstrating adaptability and competence.
3. Participants will propose two (2) strengths-based solutions to challenges faced by neurodivergent children and teens in a scenario, actively celebrating diversity and incorporating affirming language within the playroom.
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May 2026
Rover Rover, Come on Over: Pet Assisted Therapy
Learning Objectives:
1. Exploring the research findings of using animal assisted therapies in practice.
2. Looking at specific populations and conditions where adding pet therapy would be helpful.
3. Potential risks and ethical considerations for using animal assisted therapies.
June 2026
Supervision Conference
Call for Proposals is now Open
Friday, June 5th
9:30am- 4:30pm
In Person, Ed Collabitat
Friday, June 12th
9:30- 4:30pm
Virtual, On Zoom
July 2026
Play Therapy Conference
Thursday & Friday
July 16th & 17th
For schedule and registration information
