6.13.26 Playing with Pride: Affirming LGBTQIA+ Youth in Play Therapy

$50.00

Presenter Name: Haley Conrad MSW, LCSW, Registered Play Therapist ™ 

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026

Time: 10am - 12pm

Format: Non-Contact/Virtual

Credits: 2 CEs 

Location: Microsoft Teams

Provider: The Community Reach - APT Approved Provider 25-790, NBCC ACEP No. 7544 

Workshop Overview

This training dives into the mental health landscape of LGBTQ+ youth and shows how play therapy can meet their needs with intention and heart. Participants will learn to adapt classic play therapy models for affirming practice, experiment with creative interventions that build resilience and self-compassion, and walk away with practical strategies for partnering with caregivers to create truly supportive home environments.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to: 

  1. Identify mental health trends and risk factors for LGBTQ+ youth.

  2. Describe adaptations of play therapy for affirming LGBTQ+ clients.

  3. Practice play-based interventions that promote resilience and self-compassion.

  4. Develop strategies to collaborate with caregivers to support affirming home environments.

Schedule:

  • 9:30 – 10:00am: Registration and Sign-In

  • 10:00 – 10:45am: Play Therapy with LGBTQ+ Youth: Trends and Affirming Practices

  • 10:45 – 11:30am: Play-Based Intervention Practice

  • 11:30 – 11:45am: Caregiver Collaboration

  • 11:45 – 12:00pm: Wrap-up, Resources, and Q&A

Cancellation & Refund Policy

  • More than 14 days before training: Full refund.

  • 7–14 days before training: 50% refund.

  • Less than 7 days before training: No refund.

  • Training canceled by us: Full refund.

Refunds are processed via the original payment method within 10 business days. To cancel or request a refund, email training@thecommunityreach.org