Queensland Institute of Play Therapy

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QIPT is on a mission to raise the standard of Play Therapy in Queensland and across Australia.

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A comprehensive Play Therapy curriculum

  • Workshop 1: An Introduction to Play Therapy

    Begin with the fundamentals of Play Therapy. Learn what it is, why it works, and the basic skills you need to get going.

  • Workshop 2: A Way of Being

    Dive deep into Play Therapy. Learn about the neurobiology of play and trauma. Understand the core concept of Attachment. Begin to look at advanced Play Therapy techniques.

  • Workshop 3: The Tricky Bits

    Learn how to deal with the hard stuff about Play Therapy: transference & counter-transference, ethics, divorced parents, terminations, and more.

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Testimonials

  • Sarah was amazing, her passion and knowledge created an engaging workshop and learning environment. I highly recommend training with QIPT.

    Zarli

  • The QIPT training has been so valuable in supporting my understanding and growth in becoming a play therapist. I have learned a lot from this inspiring course and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in working with children.

    Shaye

  • I recently completed training with QIPT, and it was fantastic. I have completed training in various treatment modalities as a psychologist, but this training has had a huge impact on my work as a therapist.

    Bryony

  • Highly recommend Play Therapy training with QIPT. Sarah is incredibly knowledgeable, approachable and creates a very warm and welcoming atmosphere.

    Natasha

  • Would very much recommend training through QIPT. Sarah is very knowledgeable and engaging not only did I feel I grew so much professionally but also grew personally. I was very grateful to have Sarah's guidance and expertise.

    Joss

  • The workshop was incredibly insightful and provided me the introduction needed to move towards being a certified Play Therapist.

    Karol

  • Lots of heart has been put into these workshops and you can tell from the quality and the passion that Sarah and her team exudes. I have definitely found my village here.

    Jessica

  • My initial expectations of QIPT was a course in tools and strategies for play therapy, but the course was MUCH more than that - with a focus on the importance of relationships. That, first and foremost, nurturing a healthy relationship with myself was fundamental to my practice.

    Laurinda

  • This workshop is worth every cent and is run in a very supportive environment where you are free to be you, your authentic self.

    Lauren

  • Sarah’s knowledge and passion throughout all the workshops is contagious and I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to grow both professionally and personally towards better understanding and supporting children of all ages and backgrounds.

    Kyra

  • I’m always impressed by how Sarah has built a true community around this work. The course blends rigorous clinical content with warm, collaborative energy, so you’re challenged to grow while you’re supported by peers who are genuinely invested in each other’s development.

    Amanda