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Reconnecting the Bonds: Addressing Disengagement in Black Family Systems
The Black Play Therapy™ Symposium will offer continuing education credit for the following:
Unicorn Life Training, #2031, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 01/24/2025 – 01/24/2026. Social workers participating in this symposium will receive up to 15 continuing education credits.
15 Contact CEs Sponsored by Unicorn Life Training APT Approved Provider 18-532. Play Therapy CEs Available to Mental Health Professionals & Graduate Students in a Mental Health Program.
Seeking NBCC Approval
Unicorn Life Training is responsible for this continuing education program for play therapists, social workers, and counselors.
Continuing education credits are for mental health professionals ONLY! Please check with your licensing board for CE approval requirements.
A non-CE certificate of attendance is available upon request for non-mental health professionals.
The Black Play Therapy Symposium™ is more than an event—it’s a call to action and a collective movement toward culturally responsive, healing-centered trauma care within the Black community.
The Black Play Therapy™ Symposium will provide a space for reflection, growth, and collaboration as we collectively explore reconnecting the bonds within Black family systems, guided by the principles of Family Systems Theory and the unifying spirit of “Family Reunion.” This is more than a conference; it is a call to action to honor, heal, and strengthen the Black family.
The 2025 Black Play Therapy™ Symposium will bring together mental health professionals, educators, and community leaders for an inspiring and transformative exploration of family systems within the Black community. Rooted in the theme of Family Reunion, the symposium will focus on innovative, culturally responsive strategies to address disengagement in Black family systems. Through the lens of Family Systems Theory, this event will provide attendees with the tools, insights, and support needed to foster resilience, strengthen bonds, and promote healing within disconnected families and families facing disconnection.
This year’s sessions will emphasize ethically responsible and culturally affirming mental health practices, equipping professionals to navigate the complexities of systemic barriers, intergenerational trauma, and cultural dynamics in their work with Black families. Attendees will identify and address the systemic and relational challenges contributing to family disengagement while exploring protective factors insulating families from further risk.
We look forward to another enriching gathering of mental health professionals, educators, advocates, and community leaders dedicated to supporting Black individuals and families through play therapy and other creative and expressive therapies.
Join us for the 2025 Black Play Therapy™ Symposium, where every session is designed to inspire and empower you in your work to create lasting change for Black individuals, families, and communities.
We reserve the right to change the sessions, schedule, and speakers. Symposium registrants will be notified immediately of any changes.
Launched in 2019, the Black Play Therapy™ Symposium is a pioneering event dedicated to exploring the transformative power of play therapy within Black communities. The symposium aims to bridge critical gaps in mental health training and service delivery by addressing the barriers that prevent Black individuals and families from seeking and receiving the essential care they need—not just to survive, but to thrive.
Our mission is to create a safe and inclusive space where attendees can deepen their understanding of culturally responsive play therapy techniques, trauma healing strategies, and the enduring impact of historical trauma on the mental health of members of the Black community. Through workshops, keynote presentations, and interactive sessions, we strive to introduce participants to practical and advanced tools and insights to support healing and resilience in Black individuals and families.
At the Black Play Therapy™ Symposium, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive space where individuals and professionals from all backgrounds can come together to learn, share experiences, and collaborate toward a common goal of advancing mental health equity and healing within the Black community.
Our symposium is open to individuals and mental health professionals of all levels, including master’s students, therapists, counselors, psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, educators, researchers, advocates, and community leaders passionate about promoting mental wellness and addressing mental health disparities.
What sets the Black Play Therapy™ Symposium apart is our commitment to providing culturally responsive and relevant training and information that honors the Black community’s diverse identities, experiences, and needs. Our sessions span a wide range of focus areas, including ethical standards of care, play therapy techniques, creative and expressive modalities, trauma-responsive practices, cultural competence, cultural humility, advocacy strategies, and more—each tailored to address the unique challenges and strengths within Black communities.
We believe in the power of collaboration and partnership, and our symposium offers ample opportunities for networking, knowledge-sharing, and building supportive connections with fellow attendees. Whether you want to expand your professional skills, gain new insights, or connect with like-minded individuals, the Black Play Therapy™ Symposium is the place to be.
Thank you for considering the Black Play Therapy™ Symposium as your premier cultural diversity continuing education event. We look forward to welcoming you into our inclusive, dynamic learning, growth, and connection community.
The Black Play Therapy Symposium is more than an event; it’s an opportunity to be part of a movement toward culturally responsive and healing-centered trauma care. Together, we will explore the profound connection between ancestral roots and the journey to healing within the Black community.
Don’t miss this chance to expand your knowledge, network with peers, and gain valuable insights into trauma-responsive care that can transform lives. Register now to secure your spot at this groundbreaking symposium!
Join us for the Black Play Therapy Symposium, a groundbreaking event dedicated to addressing and healing the unique mental health challenges Black communities face. This symposium is designed to create a safe and supportive space where mental health professionals, therapists, educators, and advocates can come together to explore the powerful healing potential of play therapy within the context of the Black experience. We can collectively work towards helping Black communities heal from trauma, acknowledge the unique needs and struggles they face, and foster resilience and well-being.
The Black Play Therapy Symposium aims to achieve the following goals:
