Title: Building a Strong Foundation: The Therapeutic Powers of Play & Seminal Theories
When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 09:30 to 4:30 (one hour for lunch)
Where: TBD in Columbia, MO
Description:
This training offers an in-depth exploration of historically significant and seminal play therapy theories that form the foundation of various play therapy practices through the lens of the therapeutic powers of play. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the therapeutic powers of play including the theories and conceptual frameworks they are associated with, techniques, and applications in clinical settings. The training is designed for mental health professionals, including counselors, therapists, and social workers, who wish to enhance their theoretical knowledge and practical skills surrounding play therapy.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Name the historically significant and seminal play therapy theories that form the foundation of various play therapy practices.
Identify the therapeutic powers of play as well as the theories and conceptual frameworks they are associated with.
Execute techniques and applications in clinical settings derived from seminal theories and therapeutic powers of play.
Content Area: Seminal Theories
About the Presenter:
Learn more about Kate Weir: CLICK HERE
More info:
This workshop meets APT’s definition of a CONTACT training and is approved by APT Approved Provider 08-223 for 6 CE hours. APT continuing education credit may only be awarded to mental health professionals.
Refund Policy: Refunds will be given for paid continuing education training cancelled by MAPT and for when MAPT relocated trainings to another region of the state. For attendees who cancel 48 hours prior to the start of the training, a MAPT credit will be provided to attendees for the amount paid and can be used at a future MAPT training.
Title: Building a Strong Foundation: The Therapeutic Powers of Play & Seminal Theories
When: Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 09:30 to 4:30 (one hour for lunch)
Where: TBD in Columbia, MO
Description:
This training offers an in-depth exploration of historically significant and seminal play therapy theories that form the foundation of various play therapy practices through the lens of the therapeutic powers of play. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the therapeutic powers of play including the theories and conceptual frameworks they are associated with, techniques, and applications in clinical settings. The training is designed for mental health professionals, including counselors, therapists, and social workers, who wish to enhance their theoretical knowledge and practical skills surrounding play therapy.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Name the historically significant and seminal play therapy theories that form the foundation of various play therapy practices.
Identify the therapeutic powers of play as well as the theories and conceptual frameworks they are associated with.
Execute techniques and applications in clinical settings derived from seminal theories and therapeutic powers of play.
Content Area: Seminal Theories
About the Presenter:
Learn more about Kate Weir: CLICK HERE
More info:
This workshop meets APT’s definition of a CONTACT training and is approved by APT Approved Provider 08-223 for 6 CE hours. APT continuing education credit may only be awarded to mental health professionals.
Refund Policy: Refunds will be given for paid continuing education training cancelled by MAPT and for when MAPT relocated trainings to another region of the state. For attendees who cancel 48 hours prior to the start of the training, a MAPT credit will be provided to attendees for the amount paid and can be used at a future MAPT training.
