Sensory Processing & Regulation in Play Therapy

Sensory Processing & Regulation in Play Therapy

Date: Saturday November 7, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: HYATT PLACE NORTH STONE OAK

1610 E. Sonterra Blvd.

San Antonio, TX 78258

Children often communicate sensory needs and dysregulation through their behavior, emotions, and play. This 6-hour training will help play therapists recognize sensory processing differences and understand their impact on regulation. Participants will learn practical play therapy interventions for regulation, strategies for adapting the playroom, and ways to partner with parents and caregivers to support regulation beyond the therapy session.

Info: Participants will be able to:
Identify the major sensory systems and describe at least three ways sensory processing differences may present through a child’s behavior and play.
Differentiate sensory-seeking, sensory-avoidant, over-responsive, and under-responsive patterns and their impact on a child’s participation in play therapy.
Explain the relationship between sensory processing, emotional regulation, and co-regulation within the play therapy process.

Info: Demonstrate at least three play therapy interventions designed to support sensory regulation, body awareness, and emotional regulation in the playroom.
Apply at least three strategies for adapting the playroom environment and the play therapist’s therapeutic response to support children with differing sensory and regulation needs.
Identify and demonstrate at least three strategies play therapists can use when partnering with parents and caregivers to increase understanding of sensory needs, strengthen co-regulation, and support regulation outside the playroom.

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