Basics of Play Therapy

This training provides mental health professionals, counselors, and educators with essential knowledge and skills in play therapy. Participants will explore the theoretical foundations of play therapy while gaining practical techniques to implement in their practice with children.


Learning Objectives: By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Define play therapy and explain its therapeutic significance in child mental health

Identify key theoretical approaches in play therapy, including child-centered and directive methods

Demonstrate basic play therapy techniques and interventions

Select appropriate toys and materials for a play therapy setting


AzIAPT is an approved by the Association for Play Therapy to offer continuing education specific to Play Therapy. APT Approved Provider 25-760. AzIAPT maintains responsibility for the program.


This training meets the definition for 3 APT In-Person Contact Hours in Seminal Theory

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