Karen’s Upcoming Events

University of NC Multicultural Play Therapy Conference

June 22, 2026 @9:00 am - 4:30 pm EDT | Virtual

Join Karen Doyle Buckwalter, LSCW, RPT-S in person or virtually as she presents on “Theraplay®: An Attachment-Based Play Therapy Approach for Enhancing Regulation and Relational Connection.”

FREE Workshop! Stronger Together: Partnering with Parents in Child Therapy for Meaningful Change (For Clinicians)

July 8, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT | Virtual

Participants will learn how to move beyond child-only models, strengthen parent collaboration, and extend the impact of their work far beyond the therapy room.

  • Earn 1 CE credit hour for a $10 fee upon completion

Level One Theraplay® & MIM

September 22-25, 2026 | Charlotte

Join Karen for an in-person training this fall! Participants will learn how to support caregivers to build a healthy relationship with their child through predictable, fun, connected play activities.

Clinical Use of the Adult Attachment Interview

October 6 & 7, 2026 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT | Virtual

Join Karen Doyle Buckwalter, LSCW, RPT-S for this interactive workshop on the Adult Attachment Interview.

Virtual Level Two Theraplay® & MIM

October 21-22, and 26-27, 2026 | Virtual

Join Karen for a virtual training this fall! This training is an opportunity to come together as clinicians and review Theraplay cases, share ideas, and learn from one another’s experiences, in addition to much more!

Theraplay® Monthly Consultation Group

September 2025 - May 2026 | Virtual

Join Karen and fellow Theraplay® practitioners in a supportive, and collaborative environment to discuss cases, share insights, and receive feedback from peers. Meetings will take place the 2nd Tuesday of each month from Sept.-May via Zoom from 12:00 noon to 1:00pm ET.

Adult Attachment Interview Monthly Consultation Group

September 2025 - May 2026 | Virtual

Brand New! This consult group is specifically for psychotherapists using the AAI in therapeutic settings. We will explore the nuances of the AAI more deeply, refine your clinical application, and engage in rich, case-based discussion with colleagues. Meetings will take place the 3rd Tuesday of each month from Sept.-May via Zoom from 12:00 noon to 1:00pm ET.