LEADERSHIP Editorial
There is something inspiring about being a play therapist. Our creative and passionate group is united by our shared language and our commitment to the well-being of children. The Association for Play Therapy has grown in
Kim Vander Dussen, PsyD, RPT-S Chair, APT Board of Directors
both size and complexity due to the value our play therapists bring to their respective communities.
This value is rooted in the work of play therapy researchers, whose tireless efforts increase the credibility and visibility of play therapy. Their particularly education and neuroscience, have also provided us with essential knowledge to underscore the importance of play. Play therapy clinicians are therefore obliged to ensure that the same degree of critical thinking is applied to the clinical practice of play therapy, as well as to the growth of our organization. Diligence in quality training, advocacy for research, and discernment in the investment of personal resources to support the growth of every play therapist are critical. In order to ensure that our professional community remains innovative
and relevant, we must consider the implications of our current actions on remains top priority. It has been truly humbling to witness the dedication of the mass of volunteers that are the lifeblood of this organization as they give of their time, energy, and resources toward these shared goals. Play therapy is a gift, both to each of us as members of this vibrant community, and to the children we serve and strive to help heal.
ENDS POLICIES
The Association for Play Therapy promises to 1) advance and promote play therapy as a credible mental health treatment and, in order to better serve the public, 2) assure access to information, best practices, Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor credentials, and education and training, necessary to enhance the play therapy expertise and success of its member mental health professionals.
5.01 5.02 5.03 5.04 5.05 POSITIVE IMAGE
Play therapy will have a positive, professional image such that the public and a broad range of health,
PUBLIC TRUST
The public can trust that credentialed play therapists are trained to provide safe and continuously improving care to children and families.
ETHICAL, SKILLED MEMBERS
APT members are ethical, knowledgeable, skilled, and continuously improving across all stages of their professional careers.
RESEARCH
Research supporting the evidence base of play therapy will be shared and opportunities for further research will be promoted.
VIBRANT COMMUNITY
Mental collaborative play therapy professional community.
APT observes the Policy Governance© Model. The board scans the mental health environment and then
determines which Ends (outcomes) will best advance play therapy and assist play therapists. It then holds the CEO accountable for collaborating with members to produce the programs that accomplish those Ends.
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GLOBAL ENDS POLICY 5.00 The Association for Play Therapy (APT) exists to advance play therapy and provide a professional and diverse community to support those engaged in play therapy practice, instruction, and supervision.
Kathryn Lebby, CAE, CMP APT President/CEO
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chair Kim Vander Dussen, PsyD, RPT-S (CA) Chair-Elect Rebeca Chow, PhD, LCPC, RPT-S (KS) Secretary Julie Nash, PhD, RPT-S (CT) Past Chair Dee Ray, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S (TX) Director Robert Jason Grant, EdD, LPC, ACAS, RPT-S (MO) Director Elizabeth Hartwig, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT, RPT-S (TX) Director Edward Franc Hudspeth, PhD, LPC, RPT-S (MS) Director Tony Lai, MA, LPC, RPT-S (OR) Director Kristi Perryman, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S (AR) President & CEO Kathryn Lebby, CAE, CMP (CA)
COMMITTEE CHAIRS Conference Program Michelle Pliske, DSW, LCSW, RPT-S (OR) Ethics & Practices Lisa Anderson Mangan, MEd, LCPC, RPT-S (MT) International Journal®
Sarah D. Stauffer, PhD, LPC, NCC, RPT-S (Switzerland)
Awards of Excellence Kristy Donaldson, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S (TX) Leadership Academy Rebekah Byrd, PhD, LCMHC, LPC, RPT-S (NC) Mining Reports Yih-Jiun Shen, DEd, NCC, CSC (TX) Nominations Dee Ray, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S (TX) Play TherapyTM
Mandi Meléndez, LMFT-S, LPC-S, RPT-S (TX)
Registration & Continuing Educ Mary M. Bennett, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S (TX) Research Yi-Ju Cheng, PhD, LPC, NCC, RPT (NJ) University Education Kasie Lee, PhD, LPC-MHSP, RPT-S (TN)
FOUNDATION FOR PLAY THERAPY Chair Mary Anne Peabody, EdD, LCSW, RPT-S (ME) Vice-Chair Sueann Kenney-Noziska, LISW, RPT-S (NM) Secretary Teri Krull, LCSW, ACSW, RPT-S (AZ) Treasurer Johnnie Jenkins III, LPC, RPT-S (GA) APT Chair & CGO Kim Vander Dussen, PsyD, RPT-S (CA) President & CEO Kathryn Lebby, CAE, CMP (CA)
STAFF President & CEO Kathryn Lebby, CAE, CMP Vice President & COO Diane Leon, CMP Operations Manager Melissa Villegas, MPA Education & Training Coordinator Rosalinda Mendez Clinical Coordinator Megan Curtis, MA Credentialing Services Brianna Ortiz Credentialing Services Keyla Rios Ontiveros Credentialing Services Kira Moore Member Services Erica Godinez
Publisher & Editor Kathryn Lebby, CAE, CMP Clinical Editor Mandi Meléndez, LMFT-S, LPC-S, RPT-S Assistant Clinical Editor Melissa Villegas, MPA Art Director Keith Cappelluti,
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PLAYTHERAPY ™ Publication Policies: Play TherapyTM is published by the Association for Play Therapy on behalf of its
member psychologists, social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and other mental health professionals and subscribers who apply the therapeutic power of play to effectively commu- nicate with and help clients, especially children, achieve optimal mental health. It is produced and dis- tributed quarterly via 3rd class mail each March, June, September, and December. Its $50.00 annual subscription fee is included in membership dues. Publication of articles and advertisements is not an endorsement of authors, advertisers, or their opinions and products. The views expressed herein do omit, or cancel advertising for any reason, edit for clarity and spatial purposes, and refuse discrimina- tory content. Advertisers contact (559) 298-3400, or visit
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