Rocky Mountain Center of Play Therapy Conference

DIY Play Dough/Clay: More sensory substances.

Play Dough (Flour/koolaid)

Glow Dough (Four/florescent kids paint)

Foam Dough (Shaving cream/corn starch)

Silky Soft Play Dough (Hair Conditioner/corn starch)

Edible Peanut Butter Play Dough (Peanut Butter/powdered milk)

Cake Mix Dough (Cake mix) or Cake Play Dough (cake mix/butter)

Modeling Clay (Baking soda/corn starch)

Baking Clay (Flour/salt)

Glitter Play Dough (Flour/glitter)

Play Therapy: I received an “ask” with some questions about becoming a play therapist

Is there a degree in play therapy?: There is no graduate degree in play therapy.  You would get any degree that qualifies you to be a therapist (MSW, MFT, Clinical Psych PhD, PsyD, etc.) and then get an additional certification in PT.

Do I have to be a Play Therapist to do play therapy?: You can take child therapy courses in grad school and be qualified to do play therapy.  You just cant use the title “Play Therapist” without the certification.

What do I need to do to become an RPT and how much does it cost?: The infographic above breaks it down pretty well.  It is a combination of clinical hours, training and supervision.  You can start working on these requirements while still in school but need a license before you apply.  If becoming an RPT is a goal then consider looking for an agency with an RPTS who does training/supervision because otherwise paying for those things can be very expensive.