Playful Reflections: A Day of Supervision
& Growth
June 11, 2025 |Live Zoom Webinar
Celebrate the International Day of Play with Us!
Join us for a transformative Play Therapy Supervision Day, held in honor of the International Day of Play, established by the United Nations. This unique, immersive experience is designed for play therapy supervisors-in-training and credentialed supervisors seeking renewal and inspiration.
We’ll bring supervision to life through meaningful conversations, rich case consultations, and experiential activities that sharpen clinical skills and deepen ethical awareness. Through interactive exercises, we’ll unpack real-world ethical dilemmas, explore the complexities of clinical practice, and strengthen our capacity to offer attuned, culturally responsive supervision.
Whether you're just starting your supervision journey or are a seasoned guide to others, this collaborative space is built to support your growth. Expect to walk away with practical tools, renewed insight, and a stronger sense of professional resilience.
Because how we supervise matters. Let’s grow together in the art, ethics, and heart of play therapy supervision.
Morning Session:
Building Blocks of Play Supervision
Supervision in play therapy is more than oversight—it’s a creative and transformative process that shapes the next generation of play therapists. In this engaging and interactive morning session, we will explore the fundamental elements of play therapy supervision, including the roles of a supervisor, structuring supervision effectively, and essential skills to foster growth and ethical practice.
Through playful activities, reflective exercises, and interactive discussions, participants will gain practical tools to navigate the supervision process with confidence. Whether you’re stepping into the role of a supervisor for the first time or refining your approach, this session will provide a solid foundation while embracing the spirit of play.
Training Objectives
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Identify the key roles and responsibilities of a play therapy supervisor.
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Understand and apply basic models for structuring effective supervision sessions.
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Develop essential supervisory skills such as reflective questioning, providing feedback, and managing challenges.
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Incorporate play-based techniques into supervision to enhance engagement and learning.
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Recognize ethical and cultural considerations in play therapy supervision.
Afternoon Session:
Ethical Reflections in Play Therapy Supervision: Navigating the Gray Areas
Supervision in play therapy requires more than clinical expertise it demands a deep commitment to ethical decision-making, cultural responsiveness, and professional integrity. This will be an interactive and thought-provoking training session designed for play therapy supervisors and mental health professionals who provide clinical guidance to play therapists.
This presentation will explore complex ethical dilemmas that arise in supervision, including boundary-setting, dual relationships, cultural considerations, and navigating power dynamics. Participants will strengthen their ability to supervise with confidence and integrity. Join us as we engage in meaningful dialogue, enhance our ethical decision-making skills, and refine our approach to supporting play therapists in ethical and effective ways.
Training Objectives
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Examine ethical principles in play therapy supervision in accordance with the APT Best Practices for Play Therapy Supervision and relevant professional ethical codes.
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Identify and navigate ethical dilemmas in play therapy supervision, including confidentiality, informed consent, dual relationships, and the limits of supervisory responsibility, to ensure adherence to APT guidelines.
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Evaluate cultural considerations and power dynamics in play therapy supervision, applying an ethical lens to support diverse supervisees and promote culturally responsive supervision.
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Develop ethical supervision strategies in play therapy that align with APT requirements for Registered Play Therapist-Supervisors (RPT-S), fostering competent and ethical clinical practice among supervisees.
Presenters
Liliana Baylon
Liliana Baylon has a master’s degree in Counseling & Marriage, Family, & Child Therapy as well as an MBA from University of Phoenix in Colorado. Since entering the therapy field, Liliana has developed an interest and niche in treating children and families who have experienced trauma, abuse, and multicultural issues from an attachment lens. To better treat these populations, Liliana has received training in different modalities, some of which she is a trained educator.
Liliana is an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, Synergetic Play Therapy Consultant, EFT Supervisor, EMDR Certified, TheraPlay Level 1, Independent Facilitator of the Becoming a Love and Logic Parent Curriculum, Bring Baby Home Gottman Trained Educator, Gottman Seven Principles Program Educator, Completed Level 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.Liliana’s brings a unique cultural lens into her therapy and supervision sessions. Liliana is passionate about working with fellow mental health professionals to embrace curiosity, inspiration, and discover meaning to rise to their full potential from attachment and cultural lenses. Liliana offers workshops in the field of Mental Health and Cultural Opportunity for Psychotherapist, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Teachers and Consultations for Agencies, Schools, Private Practices, Mental Health Centers, & Non-Profits in English, and Spanish.
Maria Laquerre-Diego
A self-described geek, Maria Laquerre-Diego, LMFT, RPT-S is a CEO and Owner who is committed to increasing access to mental health services and breaking down the stigma surrounding therapy services. As a therapist turned CEO, Maria has developed a unique perspective when it comes to mental health and the barriers surrounding mental health treatment. Influenced by her time at New Mexico State University in the Family and Consumer Science department, and University of New Hampshire’s Marriage and Family Therapy department, Maria has turned her dedication to giving back and supporting future generations of therapists.
In addition to supporting mental health providers, Maria takes an active role in addressing the continued stigma of mental health services through the use of pop culture – everything from movies and television shows to superheroes and Disney characters. Maria has spoken about mental health at several local events, has served as an officer on professional boards and has provided training to clinicians all over the country.
Details & Registration
Date: June 11, 2025
Location: Online Zoom Training (MST Timezone)
Pricing:
$175
*Pricing includes CE Certificate
Schedule:
8:45
Check In
9:00
Presentation Begins
10:30
15 Minute Break
12:15-1:15
Lunch Break
3:15
15 Minute Break
4:30
Presentation Ends
Of Note: As this is an online training, it is required that you have your video on and are actively participating in order to earn the offered CEs. Please do not engage in other activities while in this training including driving, driving through for that coffee fix, or rearranging your closet - this training requires your attention and engagement. You will receive an email with the Zoom link and any handouts the day prior to the training.
This training will provide 6 CE Credits. A New Hope Therapy Center, our sister organization and partner for trainings and workshops, is an Approved Provider for the Association for Play Therapy (APT) - Approved Provider 20-631 and Maria Laquerre-Diego is an Approved Provider for the NM Counseling and Therapy Practice Board CCE020981