Touchy Subjects: Exploring Therapeutic Touch in Play Therapy Webinar 4.17.26

Presenter: April Duncan, DSW, LCSW, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™

Session date: April 17th, 2026

Session time: 9:00 am-12:15 pm CST

CEs: 3.0 APT Non-Contact CEs

Location: Zoom webinar

Session description:

Therapeutic touch can be instrumental in promoting healing in play therapy, however, many play therapists may struggle with the ethics and implementation of physical touch. This webinar will explore the complexities of creating safe, playful spaces, while also promoting healthy boundaries in and out the playroom. Participants will review APT’s Paper on Touch to explore the importance of therapeutic touch as well as cultural considerations when implementing physical touch in the play therapy with diverse communities. Additionally, participants will discuss the ethical considerations of therapeutic touch, including appropriate documentation.

Learning objectives:

1. Analyze APT’S Paper on Touch
2. Discuss proper documentation of therapeutic touch in play therapy sessions
3. Describe the value of therapeutic touch in play therapy

Agenda:

• 9:00 am-10:30 am Lecture & experiential learning
• 10:30 am-10:45 am Break
• 10:45 am-12:00 pm Lecture & experiential learning
• 12:00 pm-12:15 pm Q & A and wrap-up

This webinar meets the requirements of APT for a live webinar

What you'll get:

•  APT Non-Contact CEs
• Certificate of Completion

*Course evaluation and quiz must be completed to receive CE credits. Certificates will be provided upon completion of webinar, evaluation, and quiz.