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Description
This workshop will provide foundational information about ethics for play therapists. We will review ethical theories and models of ethical decision-making in play therapy. Boundaries, informed consent, competence, touch in play therapy, telehealth practice, and diversity of clients will be discussed. Vignettes will be used to explore ethical considerations to consider what might be the best course of action in a variety of play therapy scenarios presenting common clinical dilemmas.
Learning objectives: After this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Identify the legal and ethical considerations related to play therapy
- Identify and explain a practical model for ethical decision-making in play therapy
- List the assumptions and theories behind ethical decision-making models,
- Explain how ethical decision-making models can apply to issues of informed consent in play therapy
- Explain how ethical decision-making models can apply to issues of competence in play therapy
- Explain how ethical decision-making models can apply to issues of confidentiality in play therapy
- Assess ethical considerations in the use of touch in play therapy sessions.
- Explore play-based interventions to address boundaries issues in the playroom.
- Discuss ethical considerations in teleplay therapy sessions
- Explain at least two ways to ensure cultural competency in play therapy
- Identify ethical considerations when working with clients from diverse populations.
Date & Time
Sat, Mar 7, 2026 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Venue Details
Chrysalis Behavioral Health Services and Training Center
1620 16th Avenue SouthFargo, North Dakota 58103
