Sandtray Basics in Play Therapy
With Sara Haas, PhD, LPC-S, CCPT-S, CPRT-S, NCC, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™ in April!
with Lisa Morrell Dawson, MS, MS, LPC, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™ in June!
Friday and Saturday, April 17-18, 2026 - this session is closed!
OR June 5-6, 2026
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Enrollment with meal plan (lunch both days and a small coffee) = $375 (plus processing fee)
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Enrollment Standard = $350 (plus processing fee)
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13 CE Contact Hours
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This course is approved for LPC, LMFT, and LCSW (Provider Number 20260385) in Oklahoma.
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This course is approved for APT (Provider #17-514)
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Class size is limited to 15.
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Enroll by March 14, 2026, and receive a free sandtray miniature start kit!
Location:
Playful Pathways Consulting
102 Main, Beggs, OK
Please note! Beggs, OK, is a small town about 40 minutes south of Tulsa, OK. There are limited food and lodging options. There is an option for a catered lunch on both days, or you are welcome to bring your own items. If you require lodging, we will be able to help you locate lodging - the closest cities will be Glenpool, OK, and Okmulgee, OK (both around 20 minutes away).
This course is designed to provide the therapist with the basics of sandtray in play therapy. Participants will engage in activities including interactive experiences, lecture, reflection & small group discussion. Topics include selection of sand, selection and display of miniatures, designing a portable sandtray, process vs. product, processing tray with client, identifying themes, using sandtray in the school counseling office, and developmental expectations of clients. Each participant will be provided with a portable sandtray to keep.
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Describe how to set up, conduct & process a sandtray as part of a play therapy session.
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Describe the purpose of categories of miniatures in play therapy and sandtray therapy
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Identify and discuss issues regarding the selection of miniatures in play therapy.
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Identify and describe how to be inclusive and affirming in play and sandtray therapy.
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Identify key history & key theorists regarding sandtrays in play therapy.
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Identify common themes in the sandtray process during a play therapy session.
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Identify sandtray interventions to use in play therapy with different populations.
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Engage in group sandtray activities in play therapy.
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Participate in role-play activities while completing sand tray activities.
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Identify how sandtray activities can be utilized in play therapy sessions with families and individuals.
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Identify age/developmental expectations for using sandtray in play therapy.
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Actively participate in sandtray play practice sessions.
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Identify at least 2 sandtray play activities to utilize in the school counselor’s office.
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Identify at least 2 sandtray play activities to utilize in the classroom.
Sandtray Basics in Play Therapy
with Lisa Morrell Dawson, MS, MS, LPC, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™ in June!
Friday and Saturday, June 5-6, 2026
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Enrollment with meal plan (lunch both days and a small coffee) = $375 (plus processing fee)
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Enrollment Standard = $350 (plus processing fee)
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13 CE Contact Hours
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This course is approved for LPC, LMFT, and LCSW (Provider Number 20260385) in Oklahoma.
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This course is approved for APT (Provider #17-514)
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Class size is limited to 15.
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Enroll by May 15, 2026, and receive a free sandtray miniature start kit!
Location:
Playful Pathways Consulting
102 Main, Beggs, OK
Please note! Beggs, OK, is a small town about 40 minutes south of Tulsa, OK. There are limited food and lodging options. There is an option for a catered lunch on both days, or you are welcome to bring your own items. If you require lodging, we will be able to help you locate lodging - the closest cities will be Glenpool, OK, and Okmulgee, OK (both around 20 minutes away).
This course is designed to provide the therapist with the basics of sandtray in play therapy. Participants will engage in activities including interactive experiences, lecture, reflection & small group discussion. Topics include selection of sand, selection and display of miniatures, designing a portable sandtray, process vs. product, processing tray with client, identifying themes, using sandtray in the school counseling office, and developmental expectations of clients. Each participant will be provided with a portable sandtray to keep.
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Describe how to set up, conduct & process a sandtray as part of a play therapy session.
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Describe the purpose of categories of miniatures in play therapy and sandtray therapy
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Identify and discuss issues regarding the selection of miniatures in play therapy.
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Identify and describe how to be inclusive and affirming in play and sandtray therapy.
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Identify key history & key theorists regarding sandtrays in play therapy.
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Identify common themes in the sandtray process during a play therapy session.
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Identify sandtray interventions to use in play therapy with different populations.
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Engage in group sandtray activities in play therapy.
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Participate in role-play activities while completing sand tray activities.
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Identify how sandtray activities can be utilized in play therapy sessions with families and individuals.
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Identify age/developmental expectations for using sandtray in play therapy.
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Actively participate in sandtray play practice sessions.
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Identify at least 2 sandtray play activities to utilize in the school counselor’s office.
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Identify at least 2 sandtray play activities to utilize in the classroom.
The Power of Playful Supervision and Consultation - Find your Superpower! - Online
With Lisa Morrell Dawson, MA, MS, LPC, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™, EMDR Certified, Playful EMDR Practitioner, EMDR CIT
Friday, May 1, 2026 10:00 am – 1:15 pm (CST)
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Cost: $80
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3 CE Non-Contact Hours
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This course is approved for APT (Provider #17-514)
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This course is approved for Oklahoma LPC, LMFT, and LCSW (Provider #20260385)
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Participating on a computer/tablet is recommended.
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Evaluation and Post-Test Completion to qualify for CE’s.
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Your camera must remain on to quality for CE’s.
Ready to put some playful ideas into your supervision/ consultation? Find your power as a supervisor and help your supervisees find theirs! Utilizing the Therapeutic Powers of Play, participate in play activities to help your supervisees experience and examine their own belief system and that of their clients. In this course, you will also learn about different models of supervision and experience how to integrate play therapy competencies into activities.
Objectives:
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Demonstrate and practice 3 play therapy activities to use in supervision/consultation.
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Identify and describe theories and models of supervision utilized in play therapy and therapy.
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Identify and describe the Therapeutic Powers of Play
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Identify at least 3 facets of reflective supervision.
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Identify your strengths and how to help your supervisees/consultees identify their strengths.
Schedule:
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9:45 am Sign In
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10:00 am Course Begins
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1:15 pm – Course Ends
There will be one 15-minute break
Gender Identity and Sexual Development in Children and Adolescents - Guiding the Family and Child in Therapy- Online
With Lisa Morrell Dawson, MA, MS, LPC, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™
Saturday, August 1, 2026, 10:00 am – 2:20 pm (CST)
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Cost: $100
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4 CE Non-Contact Hours
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This course is approved for APT (Provider #17-514)
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This course is approved for Oklahoma LPC, LMFT, and LCSW (Provider #20260385)
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Participating on a computer/tablet is recommended.
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Evaluation and Post-Test Completion to qualify for CE’s.
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Your camera must remain on to quality for CE’s.
Saturday, August 1, 2026 10:00 am – 2:20 pm CST (two 10 min breaks)
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Cost: $100
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4 CE Non-Contact Hours
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Evaluation and Post-Test Completion to qualify for CE’s.
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Your camera must remain on to quality for CE’s.
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This course is approved for LPC, LMFT, and LCSW licensure in Oklahoma (Provider Number 20260385).
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This course is approved for APT (Provider #17-514)
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This course meets the APT social and cultural diversity requirements.
When and where does it all begin? This course will include information on definitions of sexuality and gender terminology, the earliest stages of gender and sexual development, gender development theories, current research, and activities. Discussion will focus on the therapist’s own self-awareness, experiences, social bias, and how to support children and families in exploring their identity. This course is designed to help you and your clients and their families, and provide them with reliable research and information. Examples and a case study will be included.
Objectives:
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Identify and describe the stages/characteristics of sexual and gender development in children.
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Identify and describe at least 2 play therapy activities to support children in their identity and development.
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Identify information based on research to assist caregivers in supporting the client in play therapy.
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Identify and describe the impact of your own beliefs and biases on your work with children and families in play therapy.
Schedule
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09:45 am – Sign In
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10:00 am - Course Begins
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2:20 pm – Course Ends
There will be two 10-minute breaks