The MS Association for Play Therapy Spring Conference (MSAPT)

Welcome to the 2027 MS Play Therapy Association Spring Conference!  

Session Agendas and Information 

*This year we are offering 2 full days of Continuing Education! Sessions are available Friday and Saturday. CE credits are available for both days of learning for LPC, APT, NBCC, LCSW, and MDE! Please see the timed agendas and session information below.* 

Friday Agenda- 3 Sessions (6 CE credits) 

Registration 8:00-8:30

8:30-10:00- When the Limit Doesn't Hold: Advanced Play Therapy Strategies for Meltdowns, Aggression, and Defiance

10:00-10:15- Break #1

10:15-11:45- part 2 

11:45-1:15- Lunch

1:15-2:45- Navigating Court as a Play Therapist: Ethical Practice, Documentation, and Professional Boundaries (possible for either day)

2:45-3:00- Break #2

3:00-4:30

Saturday Agenda (6 CE credits)

Presentation

8:00-8:30- Registration

8:30-10:00-James Strickland 

10:00-10:30- Break #1

10:30-12:00

12:00-1:30- Lunch

**1:00-1:30- networking meet and greet

1:30-3:00- Therapeutic Games Lab: Designing Therapeutic Games for Individualized Play-based Therapy

OR Ethics and Supervision Kenish and Jerrilyn

3:00-3:30- Break #2

3:30- 4:45

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Ticket Sales Information

Due to the conference being a 2 day event, please be sure to choose the ticket type that best fits your needs.  Early Bird Special is available until January 30th before prices increase. 

School Counselors:  Due to Purchase Orders not being accepted for registration, we advise you to personally purchase your preferred ticket. CE fees are included with your ticket.  Once you receive your invoice via email, you may use that documentation to request reimbursement from your district/school. Thank you for your understanding.  

Please register as soon as possible as tickets will be limited!

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Continuing Education Information

Friday = 6 CE credits

Saturday = 6 CE credits

Full Event = 12 CE credits

Certificates and CE payments are included with your conference ticket! 

Attendance will be collected with sign in/out sheets and evaluation forms. Be Sure to Sign In & Sign Out each day at the registration table. EVAULATIONS will be provided at the end of each day. You must sign in/out and turn in your evaluation after your session(s) to receive a certificate! 

CE's provided for LPC, APT, NBCC, LCSW, and MDE! 

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Meet your Presenters! 

Megan M. Hamm, is a transformative force in the realm of mental health and healing. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Megan possesses a unique gift – the ability to hold space for individuals as they release the most painful aspects of their lives and selves. Through her work as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), supervisor, and Registered Play Therapist (RPT), she has witnessed the profound impact of healing within the therapy room. Yet, her vision extends far beyond these sacred sessions.Megan recognizes that true healing often necessitates a shift in mindset, not only for individuals but within the relationships that surround them – family, school, friends, workplace, and the broader community. As a visionary, Megan has a remarkable talent for taking everyday life experiences and transforming them into powerful opportunities for shifting perspectives.Her mission is clear: to directly impact these relationships through education, personal awareness, and a hands-on approach that creates safe spaces for healing. Megan’s passion lies in providing a fresh perspective on mental health and those living with mental illness to groups, churches, organizations, and entire communities. Her trainings are not mere lectures; they are immersive experiences that engage participants, fostering personal growth and community transformation.Megan’s work is rooted in her extensive experience working with individuals and families impacted by traumatic experiences. She understands the complexity of healing and the importance of providing safe, nurturing environments for individuals to find their way towards well-being.Through her dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact, Megan Hamm is a catalyst for change, helping individuals and communities navigate the path to healing and growth. Her ability to inspire mindset shifts and create safe spaces for transformation makes her a powerful force in the world of mental health advocacy and education.

Lauren W. Strickland, LICSW

Jasmine Barnes

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Hotel Suggestions: Courtyard by Marriot Hattiesburg, Holiday Inn and Suites-University, Hotel Indigo by IHG


Parking: on campus parking