Welcome to the Ohio Association for Play Therapy 

Ohio Association for Play Therapy (OAPT) is a not-for-profit incorporation that is dedicated to providing a forum for the professional growth and development of play therapists, providing training to the mental health community, and advocating for appropriate mental health treatment for children.

Become a Member

APT offers an annual membership, renewable every 12 months, with dual membership to ensure all individuals within a chartered branch territory are members of both APT and their respective local branch!

There are also many Membership Benefits!

Get Involved with OAPT

There are countless ways to get involved with Ohio APT! From attending Ohio APT's Fall or Spring Conference to planning a networking event to joining a committee, the options are endless. There are also various options that fit various personalities. 

About Play Therapy

Ohio APT wants to spread the word about play therapy. Learn more about play therapy, how to become a play therapist, and where to find one in your area! 

“Toys are children's words and play is their language.”

- Gary Landreth