An Affirming Framework for the Neurodivergent Child in Play Therapy
Presented by Amanda Yoder de la Llata, LPC, LCPC, RPT
March 13, 2026
This training is designed for therapists in agency, private practice, and school settings, who are interested in learning more about Neurodiverget child clients (with main focus on Dyslexics, ADHDers and Austistics) in play therapy. This training will focus on identifying ways neurodivergent children present in play therapy as well as ways to best serve this population. Additionally, participants will enhance their knowledge of play therapy techniques and additional support systems that should be put in place to support this population
Training Objectives
Credits
3 Contact Hours / CE Credits
Location
Ensemble Therapy
Northwest Austin Location
4210 Spicewood Springs, Suite 203
Austin, Texas 78759
Details
Continuing Education for Professionals
In-Person Training
Date
March 13, 2026
Time
9:00am - 12:30pm CT
Pricing
$140, with sliding scale community option
In this live training for play therapists, participants will:
Define 5 terms often used to describe Neurodivergent play therapy clients including: Neurodiverse vs. Neurodivergent, Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, Pervasive Demand Avoidance(Pervasive Drive for Autonomy).
Name the 3 extra sensory systems and identify 1 example of each in a play therapy situation.
Identify at least 1 other member of a client's “team” in addition to play therapy.
Identify how these outside services will enhance the effects of play therapy.
Presented by
Amanda Yoder de la Llata, LPC, LCPC RPT
Amanda (LPC, LCPC, RPT), prior to becoming a therapist, spent 13 years working with children in educational and home settings as a preschool teacher, para-professional, and Nanny. Through her years of working with children she became inspired to help children and families who were in emotional distress and needed encouragement, guidance, and hope. Amanda has specialized training in neurodivergent identities. This includes ADHDers, Dyslexics, Autistic individuals, P.A.N.D.A.S/P.A.N.S, Sensory Processing Disorder and Sensory Processing Differences. Amanda uses knowledge of sensory processing to also help victims of trauma, both children and adults.
Good to Know
This is a live training taking place in-person
This training will not be recorded.
For in-person attendees, please dress comfortably, bring a water bottle, snacks, and anything else you need to feel comfortable in a classroom setting for the duration of our training.
To receive CE credits, participants must attend the full presentation and must complete the post-presentation evaluation.
Ensemble Therapy is an Approved Provider for the Association for Play Therapy (APT), Approved Provider 23-706. Ensemble Therapy is an approved provider endorsed by an international organization and therefore trainings quality for the 50% CEs mandated by the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) for LPC and LMFT. Play Therapy credit is available to mental health professionals and graduate students in a mental health program.
It is the responsibility of the attendee to verify whether CE credit offered by the Ensemble Learning Center meets the regulations of the participant’s licensing/certification board.
Before registering, please see our Frequently Asked Questions, including cancellations and refund policy, at the bottom of this page.
Sign Up To Secure Your Spot
Enrollment closes on March 12th at 9:00am CT.
We are committed to making continuing education more readily available so therapists and professionals from all backgrounds have the tools and support to provide relevant and nuanced care with awareness and sensitivity. Please choose the enrollment option that applies to you and your circumstances.
ENROLLMENT RATE
$140
This is the actual cost of enrollment, and this rate is meant for attendees who are able to comfortably meet their basic needs with room for expendable purchases, and those who benefit from financial support or systemic privilege.
USE CODE EARLYRATE-MAR20 FOR $17.50 OFF UNTIL THREE WEEKS BEFORE
COMMUNITY RATE
$122.50
This reduced rate is for attendees who are students, those who are Black, Indigenous, or people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those living with disabilities, experiencing financial hardship, or who have been impacted by systemic inequity.
USE CODE COMMUNITY-17.5 TO APPLY COMMUNITY DISCOUNT
March 20th, 2026
This training is designed for therapists in agency, private practice, and school settings, who are interested in learning more about Neurodiverget child clients (with main focus on Dyslexics, ADHDers and Austistics) in play therapy.
Training FAQ
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These learning sessions are designed for professional counselors, social workers, school counselors, psychologists, marriage and family therapists, play therapists, teachers, occupational therapists, child life specialists, school administration, graduate students, and professionals working with children or pursuing training to do so. The content of our learning sessions is presented at the graduate level using inclusive and friendly approaches, but if you are not intending on working with children, we suggest you take a look at our workshops for caregivers and families, which are facilitated for everyone who is interested in deepening their knowledge and connection with children in their lives.
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All of Ensemble's professional trainings offer continuing education credits for licensed professionals, and some of those trainings provide play therapy credit for mental health professionals or students enrolled in a graduate mental health program. It is up to you to read the listed details for each presentation and verify whether CE credit offered by the Ensemble Learning Center meets the regulations of your licensing/certification board prior to signing up.
Offerings listed For Caregivers do not include the option for CE credits, though we always welcome anyone who wants to attend!
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Not all learning sessions count toward play therapy credit. For select trainings, play therapy credit may be awarded to graduate students enrolled in a graduate mental health program or individuals who hold a graduate mental health degree. To receive credit, participants must meet all listed requirements for the training. Play therapy continuing education credit will not be awarded to non-mental health professionals.
Ensemble Therapy is an APT Approved Provider #23-706. The CE hours you earn for qualifying trainings can be applied toward your credentialing as a Registered Play Therapist™, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™ or School Based-Registered Play Therapist™.
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No partial CE credit is available. Attendees must be present for the entire duration of the learning session and complete all requirements.
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Cancellation requests can be made by email hello@ensemblelearningcenter.com.
Cancellations received at least 14 days prior to a scheduled learning session are refundable at 50% of the registration fee. Cancellations received less than 14 days prior to a scheduled learning session will receive no refund or credit. No shows or missed learning sessions will receive no refund or credit.
Should Ensemble Learning Center need to cancel a learning session, we will make every attempt to notify paid registrants in a timely manner. All paid registrants will receive a full refund.
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All in-person learning sessions occur in our conference room at Ensemble Therapy’s Spicewood office location. To protect the confidentiality of our clients and respect our healing environment so important therapeutic work can occur, only adult registrants are allowed to attend our learning sessions.
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A replacement CE certificate can be obtained for a $25 administrative fee. Please reach out to hello@ensemblelearningcenter.com to request an additional copy.