32nd Annual Fall Conference
September 16-18, 2026
DoubleTree Hilton Cedar Rapids
Marshall Lyles, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, RPT-S, EMDRIA Approved Consultant
Registration Open Now: Click Here
IAPT Fall Conference-Thursday & Friday Full-Day Presentations
IAPT is pleased to welcome Marshall Lyles as our presenter for the 2026 Annual Fall Conference. This two-day workshop is approved for 12.0 Contact CE Hours and will take place over Thursday and Friday.
More information on this presentation can be found HERE.
IAPT Fall Pre-Conference Wednesday Workshop
IAPT offers a Wednesday night workshop (5:00-8:00 p.m.) before our annual conference, offering Supervision (odd years) and Ethics (even years) on an alternating basis.
IAPT is pleased to welcome Marshall Lyles, also as our presenter for our 2026 Fall Conference Wednesday Workshop.
More information on the Wednesday Night Workshop can be found HERE.
Conference Registration Fees 2026
We offer online registration only.
| Registration | APT Member | Nonmember | Student |
| Both Full Days | $300 | $350 | $120 |
| Wed. Workshop | +$105 | +$120 | +$35 |
Conference Schedule
| Thursday Agenda | |
| 8:00-8:30 | Registration |
| 8:30-10:00 | Presentation |
| 10:00-10:30 | BREAK |
| 10:30-12:00 | Presentation |
| 12:00-1:00 | LUNCH |
| 1:00-2:30 | Presentation |
| 2:30-3:00 | BREAK |
| 3:00-4:30 | Presentation |
| 4:45-5:45 | IAPT Board Meeting-Open to All |
| Friday Agenda | |
| 8:00-8:30 | Registration |
| 8:30-10:00 | Presentation |
| 10:00-10:15 | BREAK |
| 10:15-12:00 | Presentation |
| 12:00-1:15 | LUNCH & AWARDS CEREMONY |
| 1:15-2:45 | Presentation |
| 2:45-3:00 | BREAK |
| 3:00-4:15 | Presentation |
| 4:15-4:30 | Raffle Baskets Drawing |
Additional Conference Information
- Location: The conference will be held at the DoubleTree Hilton in Cedar Rapids, IA. The temperature of the room varies, so please bring a sweater or jacket.
- Food: Food will be provided throughout the conference- more details coming soon!
- Lodging: A block of rooms has been reserved for conference participants at the Sheraton. You may make your reservation by visiting: Book your group rate for Iowa Association for Play Therapy Conference 2026.
- Participants are responsible for obtaining their own lodging.
- Loot: Participants will be entered automatically for the prize drawings. You MUST be present to win!
- Handouts: Presentation handouts will be made available as provided.
- Purpose & Intended Audience: Full day presentations will focus on play therapy theory & techniques which play therapists, social workers, counselors, psychologists, nurses, family therapists, & child psychologists will find useful in their work with children, adolescents, and families.
- Statement of Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest: Neither IAPT, nor the presenters, have any conflicts of interest to declare.
- Non-Discrimination Statement: The Iowa Association for Play Therapy prohibits discrimination in educational programs, and activities on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preference. The IAPT also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to training facilities.
- Vendors & Exhibitors: IAPT is fortunate to have a number of vendors and exhibitors available during our conference. A full list will be available on the conference website. Be sure to check them out.
- Raffle: Information provided soon!
- Continuing Education Credits: The two-day presentation is approved for 12.0 contact hours for the following CE types. Please reference your particular licensure requirements to determine if the program will meet your profession’s guidelines for continuing education credits for both full day workshops. Play therapy credit will not be awarded to non-mental health professionals. Certificates of attendance will be provided for a record of CE’s at no additional charge.
- APT Approved Provider 07-195 (Association for Play Therapy)
- Self-Evaluation/Self-Report Programs (Social Work, Psychology, Etc.)
- Photo & Video Release: As a result of your registration for the conference, you hereby consent to being photographed, videotaped, or audio-taped, by IAPT in connection with the event; provided, however, IAPT has authority to use or reproduce such photographs, video recordings, or audio recordings for IAPT educational or promotional purposes only. You understand that IAPT will not distribute such photographs, video recordings, or audio recordings for any other purpose without your further written consent and agreement. Any unauthorized reproduction, dissemination, or use of video, photography, and/or audio associated with this event is strictly prohibited.
- Cancellation Policy: Requests for refunds must be made via email to board@iowaa4pt.org and received on or before August 16. There is a $20 administrative fee for refunds. No refunds or cancellations will be accepted after the deadline.
Questions? Email the board at board@iowaa4pt.org