We exist to advance play therapy, the treatment approach in which licensed professionals use the natural benefits of play to improve the mental health of children, families, and adults! APT promotes the value of play, play therapy, and credentialed play therapists by advancing the psychosocial development and mental health of all people and sponsoring and supporting those programs, services, and r
elated activities that promote the:
APT promotes the value of play, play therapy, and credentialed play therapists by advancing the psychosocial development and mental health of all people and sponsoring and supporting those programs, services, and related activities that promote the:
*Public understanding and appreciation of play and play therapy
*Effective practice of play therapy through research, education and training, and support
*Recognition, incorporation, and preservation of diversity in play and play therapy
*Development and maintenance of a strong professional organization that satisfies this mission
