In Person - Sensory Informed Play Therapy provided by Kelly Martin, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S™️

This workshop provides a deep dive into the intersection of sensory processing and play therapy practice. Participants will explore how sensory processing patterns—seeking, avoiding, sensitivity, and low registration—influence a child’s capacity for emotional regulation, engagement, and relational safety. Emphasis is placed on recognizing sensory cues in playroom behaviors, such as pacing, intensity, body movement, and use of materials.
Participants will learn how to respond therapeutically to sensory needs in a play therapy session.
By the end, attendees will be equipped to design sensory-su...Read morepportive play therapy rooms, integrate sensory-informed strategies and use sensory observation to enrich the play therapy process. Less...

Learning Objectives

• Describe the neurological and developmental foundations of sensory processing and its relevance to play therapy.
• Identify the connection between sensory processing patterns and behavioral or emotional presentations observed in play therapy.
• Demonstrate at least three sensory-based play therapy interventions that promote self-regulation and emotional expression.
• Demonstrate methods for integrating tactile, proprioceptive, and vestibular activities to promote regulation and engagement.
• Select developmentally appropriate sensory play materials for children with diverse needs.

Friday, January 30, 2026

01:00 PM CST - 04:00 PM CST