The Theraplay Institute

The Theraplay Institute The very act of engaging each other in this way helps the parent regulate the child's behavior and communicate love, joy, and safety to the child.

The Theraplay Institute is a global not-for-profit organization that trains mental health professionals to use Theraplay to help families experience joyful connection. Theraplay is an evidence-based dyadic child and family therapy that has been recognized by the Association of Play Therapy as one of the seminal and historically significant play therapy approaches for child

ren. Developed over 50 years ago, and practiced around the world, Theraplay was developed for any professional working to support healthy child/caregiver attachment. Strong attachment between the child and the important adults in their life has long been believed to be the basis of lifelong good mental health as well as the mainstay of resilience in the face of adversity. In treatment, the Theraplay Practitioner guides the parent and child through playful, fun games, developmentally challenging activities, and tender, nurturing activities. It helps the child feel secure, cared for, connected and worthy. To find out more about us please visit our website. More information about our upcoming trainings can be found here - https://community.theraplay.org/events/event_list.asp

06/21/2026

Florida clinicians—don't miss your chance to save!

Early Bird pricing for the Hybrid Level One Theraplay® & MIM Training in Boynton Beach, FL expires June 28. Register now to lock in your discount before it ends—and before our training-wide price increase takes effect on July 1.

This hybrid format combines the convenience of virtual learning with the power of in-person experiential training:

💻 Virtual: September 28–October 1, 2026
📍 In Person (Boynton Beach, FL): October 8–9, 2026

If you've been considering Level One, now is the perfect time to secure your spot, save on registration, and begin learning practical, relationship-based interventions that help children and families thrive.

⏰ Early Bird Ends: June 28, 2026
Register now at www.theraplay.org/training to maximize your savings!

Theraplay® continues to grow in Australia with a recent training in Cairns with trainer Alison Saxton. This training had...
06/18/2026

Theraplay® continues to grow in Australia with a recent training in Cairns with trainer Alison Saxton. This training had participants from VIC, NSW, QLD, NT and TAS. Perhaps the warmer weather was a drawcard?

If you live and practice in Australia be sure to look for a Level One Theraplay Training happening near you soon. www.theraplay.org/training

There is still space available in the Kingscliff, NSW training taking place 17-20 August, 2026.



Angela, your hard work has paid off! We are glad to have you in our global community. The children and families you se...
06/17/2026

Angela, your hard work has paid off! We are glad to have you in our global community. The children and families you serve will certainly benefit from your dedication to full certification as a Theraplay practitioner.

Please join us in congratulating Angela on this accomplishment.

06/16/2026

Hey Houston clinicians, it's not too late to register for this Level One Theraplay® & MIM training happening in-person in Houston next week.

This training has 25 CE's available and will help you develop skills that help children and families build stronger, joyful connections.

Register at www.theraplay.org/training

06/15/2026

Charlotte, NC clinicians—now is the time to register!

The Early Bird discount for our Level One Theraplay® Training in Charlotte, NC (September 22-25, 2026) expires on June 22, 2026. That's not the only deadline to keep in mind, a training price increase takes effect July 1, impacting all future trainings.

Register by June 22 to secure the lowest available rate, take advantage of the Early Bird savings, and avoid the upcoming price increase.

Invest in skills that help children and families build stronger connections—while saving on registration.

📍 Charlotte, NC
📅 September 22-25, 2026
⏰ Early Bird Ends: June 22, 2026

Register at www.theraplay.org/training

06/12/2026

Grand Rapids clinicians—now is the time to register!

The Early Bird discount for our Level One Theraplay® Training in Grand Rapids, MI (September 21–24, 2026) expires on June 21, 2026. Plus, a training price increase takes effect July 1, impacting all future trainings.

Register by June 21 to secure the lowest available rate, take advantage of the Early Bird savings, and avoid the upcoming price increase.

Invest in skills that help children and families build stronger connections—while saving on registration.

📍 Grand Rapids, MI
📅 September 21–24, 2026
⏰ Early Bird Ends: June 21, 2026

Register at www.theraplay.org/training

Join us in celebrating AJ, Therapeutic Group Lead with Stand Tū Māia in Aotearoa New Zealand, on becoming a Certified Gr...
06/10/2026

Join us in celebrating AJ, Therapeutic Group Lead with Stand Tū Māia in Aotearoa New Zealand, on becoming a Certified Group Theraplay Specialist!

Ngā mihi nui, AJ! He tino whakatutukitanga tēnei.

We're thrilled to recognize AJ's commitment to bringing this work to tamariki and whānau across Aotearoa. Ka rawe!

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