Canadian Association for Play Therapy
We focus on training, research, standard setting and advocating on behalf of clinicians and the children and families they serve.
Mission and Vision Statement
The Canadian Association for Play Therapy believes in the value of play therapy and its contribution to an individual’s mental, emotional, social, and psychological wellbeing.
The Association believes in advancing and promoting the understanding and value of play therapy, high standards of professional and ethical practice, and advocating for our membership.
The Association maintains a strong, professional organization and promotes professional training and current research in the field of play therapy.
Membership
Training
Certification
Publications & Resources To Keep You Informed
What Is Play Therapy
Learn more about Play Therapy with this brochure that discusses how it helps children feel better and improve behaviour.
Playground Magazine
The official voice of The Canadian Association for Play Therapy, helping the association promote the understanding and values of play therapy. Published Bi-Annually.
CAPT Newsletter
Our monthly newsletter discusses the latest news, events and happening surrounding CAPT. Be sure to keep up-to-date by reading each month.
What's Coming Up?
Certification Q&A Session
Join your certification committee chair on zoom to answer any question you may have about certification. The Certification Q & A sessions are held monthly.
Canadian & International Play Therapy Week
Join us in celebrating and sharing the importance of play, play therapists, and the credentialed play therapists of the world.