The Play Therapy Circle Conference 2026
Two inspiring days of connection, play-based learning and professional growth for play therapists, counsellors and helping professionals.
♡ Conference Overview
The Play Therapy Circle Conference 2026 is a nurturing space to learn, connect and be inspired. Across two engaging days, you will hear from respected voices in the field, discover practical ideas and reconnect with the purpose at the heart of play therapy.
Inspiring Speakers
Learn from experienced and passionate practitioners.
Practical Learning
Explore ideas and strategies you can use in your work.
Community Connection
Build relationships and feel supported by your professional community.
Renew and Recharge
Leave feeling supported, inspired and ready for what comes next.
Your full weekend program
A full day of sand tray therapy on Saturday, followed by working with parents, the pandemic ripple effect and compassion fatigue on Sunday.
Day One
Saturday, 24 October 2026
Attendees Arrive
Grab a tea or coffee and settle in.
Registration, Welcome & Housekeeping
Collect your conference materials as Kylie Ellison opens the day.
PTPA Icebreaker
Connect with fellow delegates before the first session.
Sand Tray Therapy: Session One
Dr Jodi Mullen introduces sand tray therapy.
Morning Tea
Refreshments and community connection.
Sand Tray Therapy: Session Two
Dr Jodi Mullen
Lunch
Lunch and refreshments included.
Sand Tray Therapy: Session Three
Dr Jodi Mullen
Afternoon Tea
Refreshments and fresh air.
Sand Tray Therapy: Session Four
Dr Jodi Mullen brings the sand tray day to a close.
Day Two
Sunday, 25 October 2026
Attendees Arrive
Grab a tea or coffee and settle in.
Registration, Welcome & Housekeeping
Kylie Ellison opens the day.
Working with Parents
Dr Jodi Mullen
Morning Tea
Refreshments and community connection.
Working with Parents: Q&A Panel
Dr Jodi Mullen and Kylie Ellison take your questions on working with parents.
Lunch
Lunch and refreshments included.
Pandemic Ripple Effect
Kylie Ellison explores the ongoing ripple effects of the pandemic on children, families and therapeutic practice.
Afternoon Tea
Refreshments and fresh air.
Compassion Fatigue
Dr Jodi Mullen explores the impact of compassion fatigue and practical strategies for sustainable self-care.
Wrap Up & Farewell
Final reflections, acknowledgements and farewell.
Choose your conference experience
Food and refreshments are included with all conference tickets.
Attend Saturday or Sunday
- Access to your selected conference day
- All scheduled sessions and activities for that day
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
The complete conference experience
- Full access on Saturday and Sunday
- All conference sessions and activities
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea both days
- More time to learn, reflect and connect
Saturday evening cocktail event
- Exclusive VIP cocktail gathering
- On the Couch conversation and Q&A with Jodi and Kylie
- Canapés and drinks included
- Exclusive VIP goodie bag
Rydges South Brisbane
A convenient South Brisbane location close to dining, accommodation, public transport and Brisbane’s cultural precinct.
Thank you to our conference partners
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Be part of the Circle
Join us in Brisbane for two days of professional learning, genuine connection and renewed inspiration.
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