Canadian Association for Play Therapy

📣 VOLUNTEERS for the 2025 CAPT International Play Therapy Week Committee! 📣 Join us in making this week an extraordinary celebration of Play Therapy! We’re seeking 3-5 dedicated volunteers to: ✨ Help create, plan and implement engaging sessions and activities ✨ Coordinate inspiring speakers ✨ Shape an unforgettable experience for our community ⏰ Time Commitment: 30min -1 hour biweekly meetings leading up to the event Don’t miss the chance to contribute to something impactful! Send us an email if interested 🟣 marketing@canadianplaytherapy.com #PlayTherapy #CanadianPlayTherapy #CAPTVolunteers #PlayTherapyWeek #CallForVolunteers #GetInvolved #MakeADifference #InternationalPlayTherapyWeek

🎉 Congratulations Justine Elliot on becoming a Certified Play Therapist. Learn more about Justine 🟣 https://lnkd.in/e5kess99 #CertifiedPlayTherpist #PlayTherapy #PlayTherapist #CanadianPlayTherapy #PlayTherapyCertification Safe Passage Psychology

🌍 World Day for the Prevention of Child Abuse (Nov 19) & International Day of the Child, National Child Day (Nov 20) 🌍 As we reflect on these important days, we stand with the educators, doctors, social workers, and caregivers who work tirelessly to protect and uplift our children. 💙 Together, we can create safe environments where every child is heard, supported, and given the tools to thrive. 🟣 At CAPT, we believe Play Therapy is a powerful tool in healing and building resilience in children. By using play as a language, children can express themselves, process trauma, and regain a sense of safety and empowerment. 💛 Thank you to all our allies who continue to make a difference in the lives of children. Let’s continue to nurture a world where every child can grow, learn, and play without fear. #ChildAbusePrevention #NationalChildDay #PlayTherapy #ProtectOurChildren #HealingThroughPlay #InternationalDayofChild #ChildSafety

📌 MEMBERS' NOTICE REGARDING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 📌 We are saddened to share that Scott Kettles and his management team have provided the Board with notice of his resignation as Executive Director. We have been honoured to spend the past two years working together with Scott and his team. During his time with CAPT, Scott was instrumental in planning our 2023 and 2024 conferences, modernizing our Board processes and increasing our membership. As a Board, we are committed to continuing to provide our programs and benefits to members without any significant interruptions in support and service. In managing this transition with CAPT, we plan to modernize our communications and marketing strategies, upgrade our membership portal as well as provide other initiatives that reflect our growth and strategic plan. The CAPT Executive Team and Board Members will work with a Recruitment Team, Ampere Agency, to search for our new Executive Director and Management team. If you are interested in serving on the recruitment team please do not hesitate to contact us. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with their cover letter and resume. We appreciate your patience during the transition. Please do not hesitate to connect with us if you have any questions or would like to provide feedback on how we can strengthen and support all of the work we do for our members and the communities they serve. 📬 admin@canadianplaytherapy.com 📞 1-833-PLAY HELPS [752-9437]

✨ Meet CAPT Board member and Certification Committe Chair: Hannah Sun-Reid ✨ MA, MDE, RP, CPT-S, Certified practitioner, supervisor and Trainer in DDP and Theraplay 🟣 Favourite toy growing up: skipping rope 🟡 Crayons or paint: paint 🎨 🟠 Favourite playroom toy: dollhouse 🟢 Best book on play therapy: “Windows to Our Children: A Gestalt Therapy Approach to Children and Adolescents” By Violet Oaklander #PlayTherapy #CanadianPlayTherapy #CanadianAssociationOfPlayTherapy #PlayTherapist #Therapist #MemberProfile

📣 Do you have any: 🟣 training stories 🟡 shout-outs or 🟠 kudos to share? 💻 Send them to the marketing committee team at ➡️ marketing@canadianplaytherapy.com and we'll be happy to share them. ✨ #PlayTherapy #CanadianPlayTherapy #CanadianAssociationOfPlayTherapy #PlayTherapist #Therapist

⏰ Early intervention through Play Therapy is crucial! Addressing disruptive behaviours early on can prevent more severe issues later in life, including academic struggles and strained relationships. Let’s help kids thrive early! #EarlyIntervention #PlayTherapy 📔 Journal Reference: International Journal of Play Therapy, Parker, Hollenbaugh, & Kelly (2021)

On Remembrance Day we honour those who gave their lives to serve our country. Let's support our children in understanding our heroes and their sacrifices. Here are some tips: - Focus on key messages such as honour, courage, and peace - Attend a local ceremony or speaking engagement  - Honour people who have served in war - Talk about your own family history and your members who served in the war - Have a Q+A session with your child - Discuss what it means to wear a poppy  - Read books and be creative with crafts about Remembrance Day. #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #WeWillRememberThem

📌 REMINDER 🗓 Join our live zoom session on NOV 15 for our Certification Q&A Session from 12PM-1PM EST! 💻 See you there 👉 https://lnkd.in/g9Bv9CTH #PlayTherapy #CanadianPlayTherapy #CanadianAssociationOfPlayTherapy #PlayTherapist #Therapist

This quote beautifully illustrates how play and toys are vital means of expression and communication for children. Discover the benefits of Play Therapy with Canada's only certifying body: 🟣 https://lnkd.in/gByTChh3 #PlayTherapy #CanadianPlayTherapy #CanadianAssociationOfPlayTherapy #PlayTherapyTraining #benefitsofplay