Play Therapy with Trans Youth — Sep 12, 2025
Trans and non-binary youth face unique challenges and deserve knowledgeable Play Therapy providers and welcoming therapeutic spaces that can affirm and empower them to be who they are. Dr. Kade Sharp, LICSW, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, CMHS, is a trans clinician and he will provide specific Play Therapy interventions to use with trans youth, discuss playful ways to increase their gender euphoria and decrease gender dysphoria, and share about transgender culture and its implications in clinical practice.
Presenter: Dr. Kade Sharp, PhD, LICSW, RPT-S™, CMHS
Location: Zoom
Date/Time: Friday, September 12, 2025 @ 3:30pm – 7pm PST
CE Hours: 3 APT-Approved Non-Contact hours*
*These CE hours are applicable for the Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential and other mental health credentials in WA as “approved by an industry-recognized local, state, national, international organization or institution of higher learning” [WAC 246-809-610(3)(a)]. For other states, please consult your state-specific CE requirements. You must be present with camera on the entire session and pass post-tests in order to receive continuing education credits.
Price: $110
Availability: In stock
Description
Learning Objectives:
- Analyze basic terminology and concepts pertinent to Gender Dysphoria and trans youth that attend Play Therapy sessions
- Examine the history of gender and Gender Dysphoria with a critical focus on cultural implications and ethical approaches for treating trans youth in Play Therapy
- Explain the psychological benefits and implications of using Play Therapy with trans youth
- Demonstrate 7 different Play Therapy activities designed to be culturally competent and relevant to trans youth and their families
Dr. Kade Sharp (he/they) is an autistic trans LICSW, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Child Mental Health Specialist with a PhD in Clinical Sexology. He sees therapy clients, supervises Associate-level clinicians, and provides case consultation for colleagues. Kade has a clinical focus on working with autistic, queer, and trans folks.
APT Approved Provider 18-545