The Theraplay Institute

The Theraplay Institute The very act of engaging each other in this way helps the parent regulate the child's behavior and communicate love, joy, and safety to the child.

The Theraplay Institute is a global not-for-profit organization that trains mental health professionals to use Theraplay to help families experience joyful connection. Theraplay is an evidence-based dyadic child and family therapy that has been recognized by the Association of Play Therapy as one of the seminal and historically significant play therapy approaches for children. Developed over 50 years ago, and practiced around the world, Theraplay was developed for any professional working to support healthy child/caregiver attachment. Strong attachment between the child and the important adults in their life has long been believed to be the basis of lifelong good mental health as well as the mainstay of resilience in the face of adversity. In treatment, the Theraplay Practitioner guides the parent and child through playful, fun games, developmentally challenging activities, and tender, nurturing activities. It helps the child feel secure, cared for, connected and worthy. To find out more about us please visit our website. More information about our upcoming trainings can be found here - https://community.theraplay.org/events/event_list.asp

12/14/2025

Yay!!! The world has 2 brand new Certified Theraplay Practitioners! Lucinda & Henna, thank you for your commitment to professional excellence through completion of the Theraplay practicum.

Contact practicum@theraplay.org to start or continue your Theraplay certification.

Register for a Level One Theraplay® & MIM training today. Find our upcoming trainings at the linktree in our about us se...
12/12/2025

Register for a Level One Theraplay® & MIM training today. Find our upcoming trainings at the linktree in our about us section here on Facebook.

Sivan, thank you for your commitment to "building safe, connected, joyful relationships both in the therapy room and you...
12/10/2025

Sivan, thank you for your commitment to "building safe, connected, joyful relationships both in the therapy room and your wider community." We are so glad to have you as a Theraplay trainer in Israel.

Please join us in congratulating Sivan!

Want to learn more?  Join us for a FREE 30 minute "What is Theraplay?" session.Register today at the linktree link in ou...
12/06/2025

Want to learn more? Join us for a FREE 30 minute "What is Theraplay?" session.

Register today at the linktree link in our about us section here on Facebook or by visiting www.theraplay.org and selecting the calendar tab - choose "What is Theraplay?' from the drop down option in the calendar.

12/05/2025

Join us in Hawai'i for this hybrid Level One Theraplay® & MIM training. Help families create connection.

For more information or to register visit the linktree in our about us.

Theraplay trainings should be taken in the country in which you live and practice.

12/04/2025

💡 Register today for a Level One Theraplay & MIM training near you at the Upcoming trainings link in our bio!

Registering more than 3 months in advance? Early bird discounts are available!

Have questions? Join us for a free, fun, 30-minute live "What is Theraplay?" webinar. Details at the link in our bio.

Why just read about Theraplay when you can experience it? 🌈 Join our upcoming Level One training — interactive, impactfu...
12/02/2025

Why just read about Theraplay when you can experience it? 🌈 Join our upcoming Level One training — interactive, impactful, and full of practical tools!

Find a full list of our upcoming trainings at linktree in our about us section.

11/30/2025
TTI staff members are prioritizing our relationships and giving thanks for them.  Our offices are closed Nov 27 & 28. We...
11/27/2025

TTI staff members are prioritizing our relationships and giving thanks for them.

Our offices are closed Nov 27 & 28.

We honor and remember the Indigenous peoples who have lived on this land for thousands of years, and we acknowledge the true history of this place.

11/25/2025

Here is a snippet from a recent Introduction to Brainspotting webinar.

Registration is now open for Brainspotting Phase 2. Join us for these virtual trainings - register at the upcoming trainings linktree link in the about us section here on Facebook.

11/22/2025

Help families grow - Join an upcoming Level One training near you - interactive, impactful and so many practical tools. Visit the upcoming training link in our linktree at the about us for a full list of locations.

Level One Theraplay® & MIM training | Chicago, IL

Address

736 N Western Avenue #142
Lake Forest, IL
60045

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 8pm

Website

https://community.theraplay.org/events/event_list.asp, https://linktr.ee/thetheraplayinstitut

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