05/13/2026
Hey, save the date — but don’t wait!
Registration is coming for Play, Presence, and Power: An Introduction to Inclusive Child-Centered Play Therapy Practice, a 2-day in-person training designed for clinicians ready to build a stronger foundation in CCPT.
Join us October 18–19, 2026 from 9:00 AM–3:30 PM for an interactive learning experience focused on presence, empathy, child-led practice, and culturally responsive care.
Participants will explore:
✨ Core foundations of Child-Centered Play Therapy
✨ Essential CCPT skills and therapist responses
✨ The role of empathy and the therapeutic relationship
✨ Directive vs. non-directive approaches
✨ Cultural humility and intersectionality in practice
This training is ideal for mental health professionals who are new to CCPT or seeking practical, hands-on ways to strengthen their work with children.
Seats will be limited, so keep this on your calendar and plan to register early.
Hosted by Next Place Therapy Services
Trainer: Sabra Starnes, LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, RPT-S, M.Ed
Register at: https://bit.ly/playwell2025