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I AM CCPT LIVE

Saturday, August 29th, 2026

Zionsville, Indiana

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Date

Saturday,
August 29th, 2026

Time

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Eastern

Location

The Club at Holliday Farms
3950 Club Ridge Estates
Zionsville, IN 46077

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CE Credits

6 CE Credits Available
APT Approved
Eligible for License Renewal

what you’ll learn

Why CCPT Works: The Deeper Reasoning Behind the Model—and How It Shapes Every Response

You know the skills. But do you know why they matter?

Most therapists are taught what to do in Child-Centered Play Therapy. Reflect feelings. Track behavior. Give choices. Set limits. But few are ever taught the deeper reasoning behind those responses—and when the “why” is missing, you often find yourself second-guessing, drifting from the model, or wondering whether you should intervene differently.

This training is designed to resolve that.

Together, we will explore the underlying philosophy, principles, and architecture of Child-Centered Play Therapy and examine why the model works the way it does. Rather than viewing CCPT as a collection of techniques, you will learn to understand it as a complete, coherent system in which every response serves a purpose.

Topics include:

  • The theoretical foundations of Child-Centered Play Therapy through the work of Rogers, Axline, and Landreth
  • Why the therapeutic relationship remains the primary agent of change
  • How the therapeutic environment supports growth, autonomy, and self-discovery
  • The role of neutrality and its importance in the child-centered process
  • Why reflective responding is far more than a communication skill
  • The deeper purpose behind choice-giving and empowerment
  • Why limit setting works and how it supports responsibility and self-control
  • The distinction between encouragement, praise, and esteem building
  • The purpose of narrative summary, commentary, and enlargement responses
  • The clinical reasoning behind I Wonder statements and the Whisper Technique
  • Why Child-Centered Play Therapists do not answer questions, make choices for children, direct play, or rely on teaching and advice

By the end of the training, you will have a deeper understanding of the child-centered model, increased confidence in your clinical decision-making, and greater conviction in your ability to trust the process.

When you understand the “why,” the skills make sense. When the skills make sense, the model comes alive.

Event Details

Event Schedule

Saturday, August 29, 2026

8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Registration & Breakfast

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Training Session

10:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Morning Break

10:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Training Session

11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Lunch (Provided)

12:45 PM – 2:15 PM
Training Session

2:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Afternoon Break (Snacks Provided)

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Training Session

4:00 PM
Q&A and Closing Remarks

VIP Experience

This VIP experience is more than a meet-and-greet. It’s a chance to connect deeply with the heart of CCPT, meet Brenna in an intimate setting, and walk away with exclusive resources and memories you won’t get anywhere else. Spots for VIP are limited to 20 people.

  • Catered Food and Drinks
  • Meet and Greet
  • Photo Opportunities
  • Swag Bag
  • Special Message from Brenna
  • Signed Copy of Brenna’s Book
  • Reserved Seating for Saturday
  • VIP Badge for Conference Name Tag
Communication & Updates

Once you’ve registered:

  • You are required to create an account on Core Wellness to receive CEUs for this event.
  • Step-by-step instructions and the link to register will be provided via email.
CE Credits

Participants who attend the full training and complete all required evaluations will be eligible to receive 6 Continuing Education (CE) credits.

This training has been approved for:

  • 6 APT-Approved Continuing Education Credits
  • 6 License Renewal Continuing Education Credits

Continuing education credits and certificates are provided through our exclusive CE partner, Core Wellness, an approved provider of continuing education for mental health professionals.

Certificates will be issued following the completion of the event and all required evaluation materials.

Please note that attendees must be present for the entire training in order to receive CE credit. Partial credit will not be awarded.

Venue Information

This event will be held at The Club at Holliday Farms, a premier private club located in Zionsville, Indiana, just northwest of Indianapolis.

The Club at Holliday Farms
3950 Club Ridge Estates
Zionsville, IN 46077

The venue offers a comfortable and professional setting for learning, connection, and community. Complimentary parking is available on-site.

Additional event details, arrival instructions, and any venue-specific information will be communicated to registered attendees via email prior to the event.

Registration Policies & Important Information

Event Changes

The Hicks Group reserves the right to make reasonable changes to the event schedule, location, speakers, or content if circumstances require.

Event Cancellation

If the event is cancelled by The Hicks Group, attendees will receive a full refund of registration fees.

Photography & Media

By attending the event, you grant permission for photographs and video footage to be used in future marketing and promotional materials.

CE Credit Requirements

Participants must attend the full training and complete all required evaluations to receive CE credit.

Liability

Attendees assume responsibility for their own travel arrangements and personal belongings. The Hicks Group is not responsible for loss, theft, injury, or travel-related expenses associated with attendance.

 

Cancellation & Refund Policy

We understand that plans can change. Registrations may be cancelled for a full refund (less any processing fees) up to 30 days prior to the event.

Cancellations received within 30 days of the event are non-refundable. However, registrations may be transferred to another attendee by contacting us prior to the event.

If The Hicks Group cancels the event for any reason, all registered attendees will receive a full refund of registration fees. The Hicks Group is not responsible for travel expenses, lodging costs, or other expenses incurred by attendees.

No refunds will be provided for no-shows or partial attendance.

choose your experience

live training registration

Join Dr. Brenna Hicks for Why CCPT Works, a full-day live training designed to deepen your understanding of the Child-Centered Play Therapy model.

Includes:

  • Full-day live training
  • Breakfast, lunch and beverages provided
  • Networking with fellow clinicians
  • 6 CE credits
Register for the live training

Save $50 with Early Bird Registration
Early Bird pricing is available through July 31. On August 1, registration increases from $399 to $449.

VIP Experience

Make the most of your ‘I Am CCPT’ Live experience. Attend the exclusive VIP dinner with Dr. Brenna Hicks on Friday evening, then join the full-day training on Saturday.

Includes:

  • Private VIP dinner with Brenna Hicks
  • Small-group conversation and networking
  • Full-day live training
  • 6 CE credits
Register for the VIP Experience

Note: VIP registration is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Note: Please choose one registration option above.

The Standard Registration includes admission to the live training on Saturday, August 29, 2026.

The VIP Experience includes the Friday evening VIP dinner and meet-and-greet with Dr. Brenna Hicks, plus admission to the Saturday live training.

If you purchase the VIP Experience, you do not need to purchase a Standard Registration separately.