From Past To Present: A Journey of the history and theory of play therapy

Name: From Past To Present: A Journey of the history and theory of play therapy
Start: 2026-05-17T13:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-17T16:30:00-04:00
Location: 1400 Mercantile Ln suite 208

Schedule

Sun May 17 2026 at 01:30 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1400 Mercantile Ln suite 208 | Largo, MD

This is a 3 hour in person training to focus on the theory and history of play therapy. Earn 3 Contact hours and CEs.
About this Event

This live webinar will briefly discuss the history and theory of play therapy. The webinar will discuss how the Association for Play Therapy fosters contact among mental health professionals using the power of play to work with clients using play therapy.
Sabra Starnes, LICSW, LCSW-C, RPT-S, Trainer
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the theory of play therapy and 3. Discuss contributors to the development, creation, and foundation of the Association of Play Therapy
2. List the different theories of play therapy.
3. Discuss present and past contributors of play therapy approaches and interventions.
Continuing Education: Next Place Therapy Services is an approved NBCC provider #7270 and Association for Play Therapy Provider #17-526. Next Place Therapy Services is the sponsor for this training.
About the Trainer: Sabra Starnes, LCSW, RPT-S
Sabra Starnes, a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor since 2015, has been an Independent Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maryland, DC, Virginia, and Ohio for the past 23 years. As the Founder of Next Place Therapy Services, she specializes in working with clients aged 3-16 and their families, on adoption, school refusal, school challenges, anxiety, depression, and social-emotional challenges.
Beyond her professional role, Sabra enjoys a well-balanced life with activities like playing with her grandchildren, swimming, traveling, comedy shows, and indulging in romantic docuseries on Netflix. With over a decade of experience, Sabra brings passion and expertise to play therapy, offering a dynamic learning experience reflecting her commitment to professional growth and personal fulfillment.

At Next Place Therapy Services, we're thrilled to embark on this learning journey with you! Our training environments are designed to be inclusive, accessible, and full of support.
Need accommodations? We're here to help! Let us know your specific needs, and we'll make sure you have what you require.
Expect a warm and supportive vibe throughout the training. I'm ready to assist and make your experience memorable.
Your participation makes our community richer. If you have any questions or requests, drop me a line at [email protected].
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