About This Event

From Theory to Practice: Navigating Trauma in Play Therapy

Embark on a pioneering two and a half day event with the inaugural 2024 Play Therapy Symposium, hosted by Play Therapy Practitioners Association. This landmark event is designed to magnify your therapeutic expertise and bring about a positive change in the lives of children impacted by trauma. Prepare to engage, learn, and be inspired as we unfold a program rich with insights, expertise, and shared wisdom, all dedicated to the noble cause of healing through play.

Why Attend?

Our objectives are clear and potent:

• -Empowerment: Gain mastery over CCPT and its practical applications for treating childhood trauma.
• -Skill Enhancement: Boost your capabilities to recognise and respond to the nuanced behaviors of traumatised children.
• -Advocacy: Learn to communicate the efficacy of CCPT to those who shape the lives of children – from parents to policymakers.

Keynote Insight: Thought Leaders Unveiling the Depths of Play Therapy

• Dr. Dee Ray: Delve into "Adverse Childhood Experiences, Trauma and Child-Centered Play Therapy". Learn how ACEs impact children's development and how to use and modify CCPT to treat this population. Dee Ray will also share her ongoing research on this topic.
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• Dr. Jodi Mullen: Explore the complexities of "Sexually Traumatised Children in Play Therapy" to learn how sexual abuse shows up in sessions and how to address it through a Humanistic Play Therapy lens.

Day 1: Expert Panel Discussions and Networking Soirée

Interact with our keynote speakers and a panel of local play therapists while discussing:

Ethical Navigation, Research and Practice, and Advocating for Play Therapy

Culminate the day with a sophisticated cocktail gathering, complete with delectable canapes, refreshing beverages (drink on arrival), and entertaining games, fostering camaraderie and connection.

Day 2 & 3: Intensive Learning with Leading Experts

Spend a full day each with Dr. Dee Ray and Dr. Jodi Mullen as they provide in-depth presentations that promise to enrich your practice. Your learning experience is complemented by morning tea, afternoon tea, and lunch.

VENUE ACCOMODATION

Join us to refine your skills and be part of a larger movement that advocates for the healing and well-being of children through the power of play therapy.

Please see our Draft schedule here.