Advancing the Therapeutic Powers of Play

Upcoming Events

    • 11 Dec 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Virtual
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    Reflective Supervision in Play Therapy

    This three-hour presentation explores how Reflective Supervision/Consultation (RS/C) can strengthen play therapy supervision through reflection, curiosity, and playfulness. Topics include the supervisory relationship, use of self, parallel process, and the influence of culture and power. Supervisors will learn ways to incorporate play and creative expression into supervision to deepen reflection, explore emotional responses, and support professional growth and accountability.

    Learning Objectives: After successful completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:

    1. Describe three principles of Reflective Supervision/Consultation that support the development of play therapists.
    2. Explain how use of self and parallel process influence play therapy and the supervisory relationship.
    3. Identify three ways to incorporate play and creative expression into reflective supervision to deepen awareness and support play therapists’ professional growth.

    3 APT Non-Contact CE | Intermediate| Play Therapy Special Topics, Play Therapy Cultural and Social Diversity Topics

    In the spirit of holiday giving, NEAPT is delighted to offer this complimentary 3-hour virtual training as our gift to the play therapy community and a thank-you for your continued support!

    About our presenter: Dana Hillman-Sabato is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™ with over 16 years’ experience in children’s behavioral health and specializes in trauma, attachment, and early relational health. An Infant Mental Health Mentor-Clinical and PMH-C, she integrates play and relationship-based approaches to support children and caregivers. Dana serves as President of the New England Association for Play Therapy.

    VIRTUAL: This will be a virtual meeting. NEAPT requests that video cameras be on and participants be visible throughout the presentation to facilitate engagement. Participants will be awarded APT Non-Contact CE upon successful completion of a post test. 

    Please note that this virtual training will not be recorded, and live attendance is required. Space is limited.

    Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be requested in writing and received no later than December 1, 2026. Substitutions (someone else attending) may be requested.

    By registering for this training, you are giving NEAPT permission to add your email to our email list and you are giving permission for NEAPT to use any photographs or screenshots that are taken during the event containing your likeness for promotional purposes.

Past events

9 Nov 2026 Treating Pediatric OCD~Play Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention
19 Oct 2026 Using Metacognitive Systems, Productive Language, and Play Therapy to Build Executive Function
21 Sep 2026 Play Therapy in Action: Play Therapy Techniques to Teach Self-Management Skills
18 Sep 2026 Weaving Encouragement: Threads of Adlerian Play Therapy with the Therapeutic Powers of Play
13 Aug 2026 Dyadic Play Therapy: Partnering with Parents in the Playroom
24 Jul 2026 Support for the Play Therapy Supervisor
26 Jun 2026 Integrative Play Therapy with Older Teens and Young Adults Suffering from Complex Trauma
29 May 2026 Dyadic Play Therapy: Partnering with Parents in the Playroom
1 May 2026 NEAPT Friday Night Consultation Group with Eliana Gil
1 May 2026 NEAPT 2026 Annual Conference
1 May 2026 NEAPT 2026 Annual Conference EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS ONLY
10 Apr 2026 Treating Pediatric OCD~ Play Therapy & ERP
27 Mar 2026 The Attachment Games (Component 2) - Core Attachment Therapy©
27 Mar 2026 Treating Attachment Wounds: An Integrative Play Therapy Approach
5 Feb 2026 Fun with Foundations: History and Theories of Play Therapy
2 Feb 2026 Using Play to Assess Play Therapy Supervisees
23 Jan 2026 Using Canva to Engage Children and Adolescents in Play Therapy
16 Jan 2026 The Nurtured Heart Approach® (Component 1) - Core Attachment Therapy©
5 Dec 2025 ADHD & Play Therapy
14 Nov 2025 Play Therapy and Divorce: How to Stay Out of Court
16 Sep 2025 Best Practices for Parent Consultations: Developing Confidence in Your Parent Meetings

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