Date: September 25th, 2026
Time: 8:30am-11:30pm
Presenter : Molly Rush
Time: 3 Hours
Location: 1310 Papin Street, St. Louis MO 63103
Description:
In this workshop, participants will learn and explore the history of the treatment of symptoms of neurodiversity. We will differentiate between the medical model of neurodevelopmental/developmental disorders and a neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based framework to working with neurodiverse children on their goals. Participants will explore adaptations to play therapy work, making connection more accessible to neurodiverse children.
Objectives
Describe potential differences in play and play style in neurodiverse children
Examine the efficacy of play therapy techniques in working with neurodiverse children
Apply neurodiversity-affirming framework to play therapy work with neurodiverse children and their caregivers
Schedule
8:30-8:35 Introduction and Housekeeping
8:35-9:00 Explore and examine history of ASD and ADHD as neurodevelopmental and developmental disorders (lecture)
9:00-9:30 Identify and examine new paradigms of neurodiversity and approaches to create (lecture/small group collaboration)
9:30-9:45 Working with caregivers of neurodiverse children (large group discussion)
9:45-10:30 Analyze impacts of play and play-based interventions and adaptations for neurodiverse children and families (lecture/large group collaboration)
Break
10:40-11:00 Practicing adaptations to play therapy skills and modalities (role-play)
11:00-11:30 Neurodiversity in play-based practices; applications for groups and classrooms (lecture/large group discussion)
This program has been approved by the National Association of Social Workers-Missouri Chapter for 3.0 social work clock hours per approval certificate #OA 092526 - 025. It’s also approved for CE credits with the Association of Play Therapy.
play therapy credit is only awarded to mental health professionals
Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge your grievance within 5 business days.
Review: The Social Work Consultant, in collaboration with other staff as needed, will review the details of the grievance.
Consultation: Discussions may be held with relevant parties (e.g., course instructors, facility management) to address the concern.
Outcome: A resolution will be determined, and you will be informed of the decision within 10 business days. Possible resolutions include:
No action if the grievance is unsubstantiated.
Partial refund or course credit if the grievance is valid.
Content or procedural changes for future courses, if necessary.
The following refund policy applies to all training events:
Non-refundable fee: $25 of your registration fee is non-refundable.
60+ days before training: You may request a refund minus the $25 non-refundable fee.
Less than 4 weeks before training: You will receive a 50% credit toward another training within the next 18 months.
Less than 2 weeks before training: No refunds will be provided.
No-show: If you do not attend the training, you are not eligible for a refund.
Training cancellation: If Bud to Bloom cancels the training, you will receive a full refund, including the non-refundable fee.
Natural disasters: In the event of a natural disaster that cancels a training, Bud to Bloom will refund all but the $25 registration fee.
Certificates of completion will be emailed to participants within 7-14 days after the training. If you do not receive your certificate, please email info@budtobloomplaytherapy.com with “Certificate” in the subject line. Include your registration name, training title, and trainer’s name. If necessary, replacement certificates are available for $25, and will be processed within 48 hours of the request.
We keep copies of your records for 7 years after the workshop in our Google Drive. If you would like a copy of these records, or have any other concerns related to our continuing education programs, please contact info@budtobloomplaytherapy.com. We will send an initial response within 48 hours and your records within 5 business days.
Please note that as of May 2026, we are no longer an ACE approved provider. All trainings before this date are approved by ACE. From May 2026 onward, our workshops are approved for CE credits by NASW MO & APT.
Date: September 25th, 2026
Time: 8:30am-11:30pm
Presenter : Molly Rush
Time: 3 Hours
Location: 1310 Papin Street, St. Louis MO 63103
Description:
In this workshop, participants will learn and explore the history of the treatment of symptoms of neurodiversity. We will differentiate between the medical model of neurodevelopmental/developmental disorders and a neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based framework to working with neurodiverse children on their goals. Participants will explore adaptations to play therapy work, making connection more accessible to neurodiverse children.
Objectives
Describe potential differences in play and play style in neurodiverse children
Examine the efficacy of play therapy techniques in working with neurodiverse children
Apply neurodiversity-affirming framework to play therapy work with neurodiverse children and their caregivers
Schedule
8:30-8:35 Introduction and Housekeeping
8:35-9:00 Explore and examine history of ASD and ADHD as neurodevelopmental and developmental disorders (lecture)
9:00-9:30 Identify and examine new paradigms of neurodiversity and approaches to create (lecture/small group collaboration)
9:30-9:45 Working with caregivers of neurodiverse children (large group discussion)
9:45-10:30 Analyze impacts of play and play-based interventions and adaptations for neurodiverse children and families (lecture/large group collaboration)
Break
10:40-11:00 Practicing adaptations to play therapy skills and modalities (role-play)
11:00-11:30 Neurodiversity in play-based practices; applications for groups and classrooms (lecture/large group discussion)
This program has been approved by the National Association of Social Workers-Missouri Chapter for 3.0 social work clock hours per approval certificate #OA 092526 - 025. It’s also approved for CE credits with the Association of Play Therapy.
play therapy credit is only awarded to mental health professionals
Acknowledgment: We will acknowledge your grievance within 5 business days.
Review: The Social Work Consultant, in collaboration with other staff as needed, will review the details of the grievance.
Consultation: Discussions may be held with relevant parties (e.g., course instructors, facility management) to address the concern.
Outcome: A resolution will be determined, and you will be informed of the decision within 10 business days. Possible resolutions include:
No action if the grievance is unsubstantiated.
Partial refund or course credit if the grievance is valid.
Content or procedural changes for future courses, if necessary.
The following refund policy applies to all training events:
Non-refundable fee: $25 of your registration fee is non-refundable.
60+ days before training: You may request a refund minus the $25 non-refundable fee.
Less than 4 weeks before training: You will receive a 50% credit toward another training within the next 18 months.
Less than 2 weeks before training: No refunds will be provided.
No-show: If you do not attend the training, you are not eligible for a refund.
Training cancellation: If Bud to Bloom cancels the training, you will receive a full refund, including the non-refundable fee.
Natural disasters: In the event of a natural disaster that cancels a training, Bud to Bloom will refund all but the $25 registration fee.
Certificates of completion will be emailed to participants within 7-14 days after the training. If you do not receive your certificate, please email info@budtobloomplaytherapy.com with “Certificate” in the subject line. Include your registration name, training title, and trainer’s name. If necessary, replacement certificates are available for $25, and will be processed within 48 hours of the request.
We keep copies of your records for 7 years after the workshop in our Google Drive. If you would like a copy of these records, or have any other concerns related to our continuing education programs, please contact info@budtobloomplaytherapy.com. We will send an initial response within 48 hours and your records within 5 business days.
Please note that as of May 2026, we are no longer an ACE approved provider. All trainings before this date are approved by ACE. From May 2026 onward, our workshops are approved for CE credits by NASW MO & APT.
