The Annual State Conference 2025 by the Michigan Association for Play Therapy aims to enhance the practice of play therapy by integrating neurobiology and cultural humility. Attendees will explore therapeutic techniques applicable across generations and diverse client populations. The conference will feature workshops, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities, focusing on the power of play therapy to foster connection and healing. Participants will gain insights into the role of cultural humility in therapy and learn to incorporate these principles into treatment planning.
Mental Health Conferences
Annual State Conference 2025
The Annual State Conference 2025 by the Michigan Association for Play Therapy will be held in Lansing, MI. This event focuses on play therapy techniques and cultural humility.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: February 27–28, 2025
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Lansing West
City/State: Lansing, Michigan
Address: 633 N Canal Road, Lansing, MI 48917
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
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 conferences, seminars, and networking to serve the mental health needs of Michigan children, families, schools, and communities.
Email: mymiapt@gmail.com
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $210.00 | Early APT Member Outside of Michigan Both Days | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $120.00 | Early APT Member Outside of Michigan FRIDAY ONLY | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $120.00 | Early APT Member Outside of Michigan THURSDAY ONLY | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $210.00 | Early MIAPT Member Both Days | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $120.00 | Early MIAPT Member FRIDAY ONLY | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $120.00 | Early MIAPT Member THURSDAY ONLY | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $260.00 | Early Non-Member Both Days | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $160.00 | Early Non-Member FRIDAY ONLY | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $160.00 | Early Non-Member THURSDAY ONLY | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $105.00 | Early Student Both Days | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $60.00 | Early Student FRIDAY ONLY | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $60.00 | Early Student THURSDAY ONLY | Early registration through 02/01/25 |
| $235.00 | Regular APT Member Outside of Michigan Both Days | |
| $145.00 | Regular APT Member Outside of Michigan FRIDAY ONLY | |
| $145.00 | Regular APT Member Outside of Michigan THURSDAY ONLY | |
| $235.00 | Regular MIAPT Member Both Days | |
| $145.00 | Regular MIAPT Member FRIDAY ONLY | |
| $145.00 | Regular MIAPT Member THURSDAY ONLY | |
| $285.00 | Regular Non-Member Both Days | |
| $185.00 | Regular Non-Member FRIDAY ONLY | |
| $185.00 | Regular Non-Member THURSDAY ONLY | |
| $130.00 | Regular Student Both Days | A participant registering as “student” must be a full-time student at a college or university and provide a written letter from their University verifying the status. |
| $85.00 | Regular Student FRIDAY ONLY | A participant registering as “student” must be a full-time student at a college or university and provide a written letter from their University verifying the status. |
| $85.00 | Regular Student THURSDAY ONLY | A participant registering as “student” must be a full-time student at a college or university and provide a written letter from their University verifying the status. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
Thursday, February 27, 2025: Registration at 08:00 a.m., presentations throughout the day with breaks and exhibits. MIAPT Annual Business Meeting at 12:00 p.m. Friday, February 28, 2025: Registration at 08:00 a.m., presentations throughout the day with breaks and exhibits. Conference concludes at 04:15 p.m.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Rebeca Chow, PhD, LCPC, LPC, RPT-S™
Dr. Rebeca Chow is a licensed clinical professional counselor and supervisor in Missouri and Kansas, as well as a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™. She serves as Director of Clinical Services at Church of the Resurrection, Leawood, KS, and is the Chair Elect of the Association for Play Therapy Board of Directors.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
The conference offers a total of 12.00 contact hours (6.00 hrs. per day). Continuing education is awarded on a daily basis with full attendance required for the days attended. A CE processing fee of $30 is applicable.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn Lansing West. A block of discounted rooms is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Exhibits of books and therapeutic materials will be on display and available for sale at the event.
Other Links and Information
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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