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

Thinking of registering for the Level One Theraplay® & MIM training taking place May 2026? The early bird registration d...
02/01/2026

Thinking of registering for the Level One Theraplay® & MIM training taking place May 2026? The early bird registration discounts are ending soon!!

Register today at www.theraplay.org and click on calendar

Know someone who would love to bring Theraplay to their practice? Share this offer with them.

01/31/2026

"Pop Cheeks" is a Theraplay activity from the engagement dimension. Our activities foster moments of shared joy and connection.

Intrigued? Join us for a free, fun "What is Theraplay" webinar. Register today at the linktree in our about us section here on Facebook.

Level One Theraplay® & MIM is coming to Grand Rapids in May 2026. Register today to take advantage of early bird regist...
01/30/2026

Level One Theraplay® & MIM is coming to Grand Rapids in May 2026. Register today to take advantage of early bird registration discounts.

To register visit www.theraplay.org and click on calendar or follow the upcoming trainings link in our linktree in the about us section here on Facebook.

Know someone in Michigan who would love to attend this training? Please share this offer with them.

Are you a direct service professional working with children and families to build healthy attachments in Arizona? Maybe ...
01/30/2026

Are you a direct service professional working with children and families to build healthy attachments in Arizona? Maybe you are a psychologist, social worker, counselor, occupational/speech therapist, teacher, or early childhood specialist? Theraplay is coming to you in March 2026. Join us at this 4-day in-person training to learn skills for addressing attachment issues, trauma, and developmental challenges by using play to create felt safety and connection.

CE's are available.

To learn more or to register visit the linktree link in our about us section here on Facebook or visit www.theraplay.org and click on calendar.

Join us for a Hybrid Level One Theraplay & MIM training happening across the United States.Want to know more? Join us fo...
01/29/2026

Join us for a Hybrid Level One Theraplay & MIM training happening across the United States.

Want to know more? Join us for a free, fun 30-minute "What is Theraplay?" webinar.

Visit the linktree in our about us section here on Facebook for more information and to register.

Chicago! We have two Level One Theraplay® & MIM trainings coming to you. Join us in February or August. Our Level One Th...
01/27/2026

Chicago! We have two Level One Theraplay® & MIM trainings coming to you. Join us in February or August. Our Level One Theraplay(R) and MIM training will build your skills in understanding strengths and needs in the caregiver-child relationship, and will teach you to plan sessions full of connecting activities. You will also learn how to support parents in understanding what is behind their child’s behaviors. When children have healthy, connected relationships with their caregivers, they can thrive!

Check out our events for more information or to register or visit www.theraplay.org and click on calendar.

Have questions? Join us at a fun, free 30-minute "What is Theraplay?" webinar. Register at the linktree in our about us section here on Facebook.

01/22/2026

Ready to take your practice to the next level? Join our next Level One Theraplay & MIM training and experience the power of play-based connection. 💬 Link in bio to register!

01/21/2026

Ready to take your practice to the next level? Join our next Level One Theraplay & MIM training and experience the power of play-based connection. 💬 Link in bio to register!

Want to see this in action? Join us for a FREE 30 minute "What is Theraplay?" Session. For more information and to regi...
01/20/2026

Want to see this in action? Join us for a FREE 30 minute "What is Theraplay?" Session. For more information and to register please visit the linktree in our about us here on Linked In.

Why just read about Theraplay when you can experience it? 🌈 Join us at an upcoming Level One training — interactive, imp...
01/18/2026

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

Our full training calendar can be found at the link tree link in our about us section here on Facebook or by selecting calendar in the top toolbar at our website www.theraplay.org

A Theraplay Group is an adult-directed, structured play group incorporating playful, cooperative and nurturing activitie...
01/16/2026

A Theraplay Group is an adult-directed, structured play group incorporating playful, cooperative and nurturing activities to enhance the emotional well-being of children. Unlike other play group approaches, Theraplay learning takes place on a non-verbal level. Instead of talking about positive social behavior, the group leaders and children DO positive social interaction. Positive messages from the group interaction gradually become a part of the child’s internal sense of self. Group Theraplay training is for professionals who want to use Theraplay with family groups, therapeutic groups, in school settings, residential settings, and more. *Prerequisite: Level 1 Theraplay & MIM.

To register or for more information select upcoming trainings at the link tree in our about us section or by selecting calendar on our website www.theraplay.org

01/14/2026

2025 was a year filled with play, attunement, and joy - and now we're stepping into something even bigger.

Watch to see highlights from last years trainings and celebrate with us....then imagine what it means to have that connection beyond the training.

Your Theraplay community continues - inside our online platform. Sign in today and step forward with us.

www.theraplay.org

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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

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

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