Play Therapy in Action: Play Therapy Techniques to Teach Self-Management Skills
Play therapy provides the ideal setting to support the development of self-management skills. This workshop explores the connections between the therapeutic factors of play therapy, skill acquisition and creative interventions. Supporting the development of self-management skills using play therapy is essential for two primary reasons:
- Self-management is one of the five competencies critical for success in school, at work, and in life according to research by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL).
- According to Dr. Charles Schaefer, the principle underlying the therapeutic powers of play is that the play itself is the source of behavior change. These 20 core agents of change can be used to support the development of self-management skills.
During this workshop, participants will learn how the therapeutic factors of play therapy support learning self-management skills. Additionally participants will view and practice many creative play therapy interventions that help children manage emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations and so they may achieve goals and aspirations.
Learning Objectives: After successful completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Identify self-management skills as they are utilized in play therapy.
- Identify the therapeutic factors of play therapy as they support the development of self-management skills.
- Use 3 creative play therapy interventions that will support the development of self-management skills.
3 APT Non-Contact CE | Intermediate| Play Therapy Skills and Methods
About our presenter: Wendy Monahan, MS, RPT-S™ is the school counselor at Stowe Elementary School. During her 30+ years, she has adapted play therapy techniques to fit the challenges of school schedules, diverse groupings, and the unique demands of a school setting. Wendy was awarded the NEAPT 2025 Leader in Play Therapy. Wendy is accompanied daily by her therapy dogs Peanut and Bailey.
NEAPT Members $50; Guests $60
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.
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be requested in writing and received no later than September 7, 2026. Cancellations are subject to a $15 processing fee. Substitutions (someone else attending) or transfer of registration to another training date may be requested. No refunds or partial refunds after September 7, 2026.
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