512-26 Play Therapy 101: The Whats, Whys, and Practical Practices

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TITLE:  Play Therapy 101: The Whats, Whys, and Practical Practices

EVENT #:  512-26

DATE(S):  January 12, 2026

TIME(S):  8:00 am to 12:00 pm

LOCATION(S):  ROE #33 - PD Room / 932 Harrison St. / Galesburg, IL

PRESENTER(S):  Meredith Messina, MA, LCPC, RPT-S

INTENDED AUDIENCE:  School Counselors, school social workers, Outreach Workers, LCPCs, LCSWs, and other school staff looking to use play to build rapport with children.

FEE:  $75.00

PD HOURS:  4

• Attendees will be able to:
  - Understand the basic foundations of play therapy, its role as a therapeutic approach for children, and its value for children in a school environment.
  - Explain how play is a natural language for children and how it facilitates emotional, cognitive, and social growth.
  - Utilize simple play therapy strategies that teachers and school staff can use in their daily interactions with students to build trust and rapport, creating a supportive environment.
  
  This training will include experiential activities so participants should be prepared to engage in play activities. CEUs will be provided to LCPCs, SWs and RNs.

QUESTIONS?  Please email [email protected] to contact Melinda, the Assistant Director of Professional Learning for the ROE 26 & ROE 33 Professional Development Consortium.

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