Training Details
Come join the Minnesota Association for Play Therapy and train with trauma specialist, Jessica Crunkleton LMFT, LCPC, LPC, LMHC, CADAC II!
In this two hour training, participants will define culture, learn about Polyvagal Theory and the role of safety in the sandtray, explore the fundamentals of Play Therapy & Sandtray Therapy, identify some creative ways to access cultural wisdom in Sandtray Therapy with a variety of client presentations, and create a sandtray that accesses thier cultural wisdom.
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM CST
Cost: $40
Schedule: Training content from 6:00 - 8:00
CEs: This training is approved by the Minnesota Association for Play Therapy (APT Approved Provider 06-177) for 2 APT Non-Contact CEs. Play therapy credit may not be given to non-mental health professionals.
Format: This is a virtual event - so come train wherever it works for you!
In this two hour training, participants will define culture, learn about Polyvagal Theory and the role of safety in the sandtray, explore the fundamentals of Play Therapy & Sandtray Therapy, identify some creative ways to access cultural wisdom in Sandtray Therapy with a variety of client presentations, and create a sandtray that accesses thier cultural wisdom.
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM CST
Cost: $40
Schedule: Training content from 6:00 - 8:00
CEs: This training is approved by the Minnesota Association for Play Therapy (APT Approved Provider 06-177) for 2 APT Non-Contact CEs. Play therapy credit may not be given to non-mental health professionals.
Format: This is a virtual event - so come train wherever it works for you!
Training Objectives
At the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Define and describe at least three key dimensions of culture and their relevance to clinical decision-making in play therapy and sandtray work.
- Explain the role of felt safety, including polyvagal-informed principles, in supporting culturally responsive sandtray interventions.
- Identify and apply at least two culturally responsive strategies to support clients in accessing their own cultural wisdom through sandtray processes.
- Demonstrate the use of soothing visual, tactile, and auditory bilateral stimulation options within sandtray therapy to support regulation and cultural attunement.
- Develop and articulate a culturally informed sandtray intervention that reflects sensitivity to the cultural needs of diverse clinical populations.
Registration Information:
This is a virtual event. To register click the button below!
No recording of this event will be available.
No recording of this event will be available.
Jessica Crunkleton aka "The Resource Queen" is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), a Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor Level II (CADAC II), a Sandtray Therapist, an EMDR Parent-Child Attachment Specialist, a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner, an Emotionally Focused (EFT) Couples Therapist, & an Adverse Childhood Experience (ACES) Master Education Trainer. Moreover, Jessica is a seasoned Play Therapist and is currently working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist (RPT). She was recently elected to serve on the EMDRIA Board of Directors.
Jessica is licensed to practice in Illinois, Missouri, & Indiana. She owns a successful private practice called Jessica Crunkleton LLC, located near Saint Louis, MO. She sees clients in person and online. Jessica specializes in providing attachment-focused, trauma-informed, & culturally attuned therapy for kids, teens, adults, couples, families, & groups. She likes working with diverse populations, including groups that have experienced marginalization, such as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Color) and LGBTQIA+.
Jessica is also a federal government-contracted Area Clinician for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). She provides Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Crisis Response (CISM) services for DEA employees & their family members located worldwide. She specializes in working with Law Enforcement, First Responders, the military, & veterans. In addition, Jessica enjoys teaching others about cultural responsiveness through the eight phases of EMDR & how to competently integrate EMDR with other forms of therapy.
Jessica is an EMDRIA Approved Trainer, Consultant, & Certified EMDR Therapist. She began her EMDR Basic Training journey back in 2017. As a neurodivergent (ADHD) & BIPOC therapist, Jessica initially struggled to integrate EMDR into her clinical practice. However, with supportive guidance, Jessica became successful at integrating EMDR, & her early challenges ultimately inspired her to teach other clinicians about EMDR.
Jessica graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She then went on to receive a Master of Science degree in Marriage & Family Therapy & Community Counseling from John Brown University. Afterward, Jessica continued her clinical training by becoming a Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Therapist, an Emotionally Focused Couple (EFCT) Therapist, a TF-CBT Therapist, a Prepare/Enrich Relationship Enrichment Facilitator, an Addiction Counselor, & an EMDR-Sandtray Specialist.
Jessica has been in the Mental Health field for over fifteen years. She has worked in a variety of treatment settings, including outpatient, school, home, hospital, church, acute, IOP/PHP, residential, & correctional. Additionally, she has extensive experience working with First Responders, Domestic Violence, & Sexual Assault as well as children & families involved with the Department of Child Services (DCS) &/or Juvenile Probation. Jessica enjoys writing & speaking about Mental health-related topics to help educate the public & reduce stigma.
Jessica is licensed to practice in Illinois, Missouri, & Indiana. She owns a successful private practice called Jessica Crunkleton LLC, located near Saint Louis, MO. She sees clients in person and online. Jessica specializes in providing attachment-focused, trauma-informed, & culturally attuned therapy for kids, teens, adults, couples, families, & groups. She likes working with diverse populations, including groups that have experienced marginalization, such as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, & People of Color) and LGBTQIA+.
Jessica is also a federal government-contracted Area Clinician for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). She provides Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Crisis Response (CISM) services for DEA employees & their family members located worldwide. She specializes in working with Law Enforcement, First Responders, the military, & veterans. In addition, Jessica enjoys teaching others about cultural responsiveness through the eight phases of EMDR & how to competently integrate EMDR with other forms of therapy.
Jessica is an EMDRIA Approved Trainer, Consultant, & Certified EMDR Therapist. She began her EMDR Basic Training journey back in 2017. As a neurodivergent (ADHD) & BIPOC therapist, Jessica initially struggled to integrate EMDR into her clinical practice. However, with supportive guidance, Jessica became successful at integrating EMDR, & her early challenges ultimately inspired her to teach other clinicians about EMDR.
Jessica graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She then went on to receive a Master of Science degree in Marriage & Family Therapy & Community Counseling from John Brown University. Afterward, Jessica continued her clinical training by becoming a Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Therapist, an Emotionally Focused Couple (EFCT) Therapist, a TF-CBT Therapist, a Prepare/Enrich Relationship Enrichment Facilitator, an Addiction Counselor, & an EMDR-Sandtray Specialist.
Jessica has been in the Mental Health field for over fifteen years. She has worked in a variety of treatment settings, including outpatient, school, home, hospital, church, acute, IOP/PHP, residential, & correctional. Additionally, she has extensive experience working with First Responders, Domestic Violence, & Sexual Assault as well as children & families involved with the Department of Child Services (DCS) &/or Juvenile Probation. Jessica enjoys writing & speaking about Mental health-related topics to help educate the public & reduce stigma.
MN APT Policies:
Refunds are not given for this online event. All requests for accommodations require your request to be on file in our office three weeks prior to the training date. Minnesota Association for Play Therapy will make reasonable efforts to accommodate participants with disabilities access to trainings. Any grievances with trainings can be directed to the Minnesota Association for Play Therapy.
