Mental Health Conferences
Michigan Association for Play Therapy - Annual Conference 2026
The Michigan Association for Play Therapy's Annual Conference 2026 will be held in Mt. Pleasant, MI, focusing on play therapy techniques and practices. This event will feature keynote speakers, workshops, and breakout sessions.
Some quick details about this conference.
The Michigan Association for Play Therapy's Annual Conference 2026 is a comprehensive event focusing on advancing play therapy practices. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in workshops, keynote sessions, and breakout presentations led by experts in the field. The conference aims to enhance the skills of mental health professionals working with children and families through innovative play therapy techniques.
The agenda includes a variety of sessions covering topics such as creative arts therapy, interoception, gender-affirming care, and animal-assisted play therapy. Participants can choose from multiple breakout sessions on the first day, followed by a keynote presentation on the second day. The event promises to provide valuable insights and networking opportunities for professionals dedicated to improving mental health outcomes for children.
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
This organization is hosting this conference.
Michigan Association for Play Therapy
MIAPT is a professional organization striving to advance the theory and practice of play therapy through activities such as conferences, seminars, and networking to serve the mental health needs of Michigan children, families, schools, and communities.
Email: mymiapt@gmail.com
| Cost |
Type |
Notes |
| $210.00 |
Early APT Member Outside of Michigan Both Days |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $120.00 |
Early APT Member Outside of Michigan FRIDAY ONLY |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $120.00 |
Early APT Member Outside of Michigan THURSDAY ONLY |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $210.00 |
Early MIAPT Member Both Days |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $120.00 |
Early MIAPT Member FRIDAY ONLY |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $120.00 |
Early MIAPT Member THURSDAY ONLY |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $260.00 |
Early Non-Member Both Days |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $160.00 |
Early Non-Member FRIDAY ONLY |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $160.00 |
Early Non-Member THURSDAY ONLY |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $105.00 |
Early Student Both Days |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $60.00 |
Early Student FRIDAY ONLY |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $60.00 |
Early Student THURSDAY ONLY |
Early registration through 02/01/26 |
| $235.00 |
Regular APT Member Outside of Michigan Both Days |
None |
| $145.00 |
Regular APT Member Outside of Michigan FRIDAY ONLY |
None |
| $145.00 |
Regular APT Member Outside of Michigan THURSDAY ONLY |
None |
| $235.00 |
Regular MIAPT Member Both Days |
None |
| $145.00 |
Regular MIAPT Member FRIDAY ONLY |
None |
| $145.00 |
Regular MIAPT Member THURSDAY ONLY |
None |
| $285.00 |
Regular Non-Member Both Days |
None |
| $185.00 |
Regular Non-Member FRIDAY ONLY |
None |
| $185.00 |
Regular Non-Member THURSDAY ONLY |
None |
| $130.00 |
Regular Student Both Days |
None |
| $85.00 |
Regular Student FRIDAY ONLY |
None |
| $85.00 |
Regular Student THURSDAY ONLY |
None |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference begins on Thursday, February 26, 2026, with registration at 8:30 AM, followed by breakout sessions throughout the day. Friday, February 27, 2026, features a keynote presentation by Renee Turner, Ph.D., LPC-S, RPT-S™. Each day includes breaks and opportunities to visit exhibits.
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Renee Turner, Ph.D., LPC-S, RPT-S™
Renee Turner is an author and speaker specializing in treating children and adults with grief and childhood trauma. She integrates existential, gestalt, embodiment, and expressive therapies in her clinical work.
Machen Champion, MA, LPCC-S, RPT-S™
Machen Champion is an LPCC-S, RPT-S™, Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, and a Teaching Professor at Xavier University. She owns Wired to Bloom Therapy & Consulting LLC.
Rebecca Dickinson, Ph.D., LISW, RPT-S™
Rebecca Dickinson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of Northern Iowa, specializing in trauma-informed care and Adlerian play therapy.
Laura Hutchison, PsyD, LP, RPT-S™
Dr. Hutchison is the founder of the Michigan Play Therapy Training Academy and specializes in children and play therapy. She manages her group practice, Hutchison & Associates.
Mandy Jones-Fischer, JD, LCSW, RPT-S™
Mandy Jones-Fischer is a Certified Theraplay® Practitioner and owner of a child and family mental health therapy practice in Chicago, specializing in early childhood attachment.
Mary Rottier, Ed.D., LPC, RPT-S™, CAAPT-S-I
Dr. Mary Rottier is the owner of Pawsitive Counseling Center and specializes in Animal Assisted Play Therapy®. She has over 20 years of clinical experience.
Christine Zouaoui, LPC, RPT-S™
Christine Zouaoui has over 20 years of experience as a Mental Health Therapist, specializing in play therapy and creative arts therapy techniques.
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers a total of 12.00 contact hours, with 6.00 hours per day. A CE processing fee of $30 is payable to The Institute for Continuing Education.
The conference will be held at the Mt. Pleasant Comfort Inn & Suites. A block of discounted rooms is available under 'Michigan Association for Play Therapy' on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations can be made using the group code DU34S5.
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Exhibits featuring books and therapeutic materials will be available for sale at the event. For more information on sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities, please contact the organizer.
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
Reminder: This is an overview of this conference, and you should consult the official website for details on registration, fees, deadlines, and other details. Quill Therapy Solutions is maintaining this information to make it more accessible to the therapist and mental health professional community.
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