WA4PT Play Therapist Awards
"Giving Back"
to the
Community
Do you know a WA4PT member and play therapist that is always giving their time and resources back to the community? Does this person go the extra mile to help children, families and play therapy communities in their time of need? This award is given annually to one play therapist/WA4PT member that stands out for donating their time, financial resources and/or educational experience to communities in times of crisis or other needs.
Minimum Criteria:
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WA4PT member in good standing
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Hold a clinical license or educational license and is credentialed or is working towards credentialing as an RPT™,RPT-S™ or SB-RPT™
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Demonstrates a commitment to "giving back" to the community including children and families
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Must have a minimum of two members nominating. No self-nominations allowed
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Nominations due by 12/15
Diversity, Equity and
Inclusion
Do you know a WA4PT member and play therapist that goes the extra mile for diversity, equity and inclusion? This award is given annually to one person who is committed to promoting social justice in WA State communities. Eligible members will demonstrate a record of advocating for just and equitable conditions for diverse populations within systems (e.g., schools, community agencies, training programs, etc.) that directly impact children.
Minimum Criteria:
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WA4PT member in good standing
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Hold a clinical license or educational license and is credentialed or working towards credentialing as an RPT™,RPT-S™ or SB-RPT™
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Demonstrates a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
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Must have a minimum of two members nominating. No self-nominations allowed
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Nominations due by 3/15
Expanding the
Field of Education in Play Therapy
Do you know a WA4PT member and play therapist that is dedicated to expanding the field of education and outreach in play therapy? Does this person offer trainings or other means of outreach to further the knowledge about the importance of play therapy? This award is given annually to one person that stands out for their contributions to expanding the field of play therapy through education and outreach.
Minimum Criteria:
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WA4PT member in good standing
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Hold a clinical license or educational license and is credentialed or is working towards credentialing as an RPT™,RPT-S™ or SB-RPT™
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Demonstrates a commitment to education and outreach in the field of play therapy
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Must have a minimum of two members nominating. No self-nominations allowed
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Nominations due by 06/15
Contributer to the Field of Research in Play Therapy
Do you know a WA4PT member and play therapist that is resolute in their contributions to add to the field of research in play therapy? Are they interested in furthering knowledge of play therapy to explore and showcase evidence-based practices? This award is given annually to one person that is distinct in their dedication specifically to expanding research in the play therapy community.
Minimum Criteria:
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WA4PT member in good standing
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Hold a clinical license or educational license and is credentialed or working towards credentialing as an RPT™,RPT-S™ or SB-RPT™
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Demonstrates a commitment to research in the field of play therapy
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Must have a minimum of two members nominating. No self-nominations allowed
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Nominations due by 9/15
Congratulations!
Sarah Moran, MA, LMFT, RPT-S™ (she/her)
Congratulations to the winner of the 2025 "Contributing to the Field of Research in Play Therapy" award! Sarah has been recognized and awarded by WA4PT and her play therapy colleagues for her contributions to play therapy research, especially in advocating for more research that can support neurodivergent kiddos.
A few words from Sarah:
"Thank you WA4PT for this pleasant surprise! Research and writing are two of my special interests, which have helped me expand and solidify my knowledge in the field and allowed me to collaborate with other play therapists passionate about their work. I am grateful to be part of this community and I feel proud to contribute to the field of play therapy in this way."
Winners will recieve:
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A certificate of award
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A feature on our website, social media and in our newsletter
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$50 towards any WA4PT training or conference of their choosing (expires after 12 months)