NMAPT Spring Conference
April 14th and 15th, 2023
9am - 4 pm MST [Live-In Person]
NMAPT Presents 2 Days of Play:
Day 1: Friday April 14th 2023
Harnessing the Healing Power of Nature
in Play and Expressive Therapy
Description:
Research has shown that there are emotional, physical, and mental health benefits of being outdoors and interacting with nature. Some benefits include regulating the nervous system, decreases in physical pain, and increasing positive emotions. This experiential workshop will explore ways to integrate nature into play therapy and the expressive arts through a variety of theoretical approaches.
*Participants are asked to collect some nature items to have with them during the workshop. Suggestions of items include: leaves, feathers, shells, stones, rocks, acorns, pinecones, leaves, sticks, etc.
Learning Objectives:
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Examine the research regarding the positive effects of nature on mental and physical health.
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Demonstrate play therapy techniques grounded in the therapeutic powers of play to use with children, adolescents, groups, and families.
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Demonstrate play therapy interventions that help children and families cultivate mindfulness.
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Explore cross-cultural examples of how nature-based experiences can benefit children and families with a wide range of needs.
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Explore ways to translate interventions for tele-health sessions.
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Identify 5-6 nature-based play therapy interventions that utilizes elements from nature (feathers, shells, sticks, gems, clay, sand, stones, water).
Meet Your Presenters!
Our Speaker:
Sophia Ansari, LPCC, RPT
Shannon Grant
LPCC RPT-S
NMAPT President
Day 2: Saturday April 15th, 2023
Let’s Build Together! LEGO®-Based Play Therapy
Description:
LEGO® play is universal. LEGO® models and structures have become well-recognized not only as toy models but also as art forms. LEGO® unlocks the inner architect who craves creativity, flexibility, and transformation. LEGO® can be used as a therapeutic tool in play therapy to help strengthen relationships, increase problem solving, cultivate social connection, and build resilience.
This workshop will explore the therapeutic power of LEGO® in play therapy for working with children, adolescents, and adults. Participants will gain an understanding of how to incorporate LEGO® into directive and non-directive play therapy interventions to engage clients, improve communication, problem-solving skills, conflict resolution skills, and increase self-esteem and well-being.
Learning Objectives:
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Examine the research regarding the positive effects of nature on mental and physical health.
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Demonstrate play therapy techniques grounded in the therapeutic powers of play to use with children, adolescents, groups, and families.
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Demonstrate play therapy interventions that help children and families cultivate mindfulness.
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Explore cross-cultural examples of how nature-based experiences can benefit children and families with a wide range of needs.
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Explore ways to translate interventions for tele-health sessions.
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Identify 5-6 nature-based play therapy interventions that utilizes elements from nature (feathers, shells, sticks, gems, clay, sand, stones, water).
Katie Bassiri
LPCC RPT-S
Ticket Information:
Early Bird Tickets:
*Early bird ticket prices will be available until February 28th, 2023.
Seating is limited to comply with APT regulations and location regulations.
Full Event
NMAPT-APT Members: $ 200
Non-Members: $215
Student: $200
1 - Day Training
NMAPT-APT Members: $ 100
Non-Members: $115
Student: $100
Hotel Information:
Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque
1000 Woodward Pl NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Room Block Rate: $139 nightly
Group code: NPT – if you call hotel directly!
Cutoff date 3-14-2023
This training session will offer 6 CE hours per day. NMAPT is an approved provider by NM Counseling and Therapy Practice Board Approved Provider #0179331 and the Association for Play Therapy Approved Provider 03-132.
*Play therapy credit available to mental health professionals and graduate students in a mental health program.
Meet Your !
Cancellation is available until April 13, 2023 minus a $25 administrative fee. No refunds after April 14th.
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