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Learning Objectives

·       Define what a tabletop role play game (TTRPG) is and differentiate them from other forms of play or structured activities used in therapy.

·       Describe at least three therapeutic benefits of role play games for youth and adolescents, such as improvements in social skills, emotion regulation, self-concept and problem-solving.

·       Identify ways TTRPGs align with evidence-based therapeutic models (e.g., CBT, narrative therapy, or strengths-based approaches)

·       Recognize key facilitation skills and ethical considerations when incorporating TTRPG elements into therapy, such as maintaining boundaries, and promoting safety and inclusion.

·       Demonstrate at least one practical strategy or activity using role play or storytelling that can be adapted for individual, group, or family sessions.

·       Practice facilitating or adapting a short scenario.

Schedule

Agenda for Tuesday, April 7th, 2026

Location

Training is to take place at Family Solutions in Vancouver, Washington. We are located near Burton and 112th Ave. This is a live, in-person training and there will not be a virtual option available at this time.

Family Solutions

3200 NE 109th Ave

Vancouver, WA 98682

Parking

There is free onsite parking. Please park in the back of the building and follow signs for the training. 

Lunch Options/Suggestions

FOOD:

• Light snacks and drinks (coffee, tea, water) will be provided throughout the training. Feel free to bring your own snacks if you’d like!
• Participants will be responsible for their own lunch; we do encourage you to bring your lunch due to the limited amount of time allotted for lunch break. There are microwaves available onsite. See below for a list of restaurants in the area, if you would like to grab food to go or eat out during your lunch break.

Please note - the Family Solutions building is a CITRUS FREE zone.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Comfortable clothes, including a light sweater in case the room is cool.
• Reusable water bottles, as there are several filling stations around building
• Bring a curious & playful energy!

If you have any questions/concerns, please contact jvovillia@family-solutions.net and we would be happy to help you.

Lunch Options/Suggestions

*The training room has an attached kitchen with refridgerator, microwaves and basic utensils. You're welcome to stay on site for lunch. If you are planning to leave Family Solutions campus for lunch, consider these local options and return in time for the next instruction block.

• Safeway Plaza on Burthon and 112th
  • Young's kitchen - Korean Barbecue
  • Grady's Public House - Casual pub serving burgers, beer and cocktails, plus a trivia night, in a cozy space.
  • Pho Tam - Serving up authentic Pho and other feel-good Vietnamese eats in Vancouver.
  • Subway - build-your-own sandwiches & salads
• Mill Plain near i205
  • Variety of standard eats including:
    • Burger King, Jersey Mike's, Chipotle, Taco Bell, Burgerville, Raising Cane's, Panda Express, Dairy Queen
  • Kabob City Grill - Mediterranean restaurant
  • Pho House Cafe & Deli - Vietnamese restaurant
• North a few blocks on 112th Ave
  • Juanito's Taqueria
  • Thai Time Vancouver
  • Applebee's Grill + Bar
  • Lucky House - Chinese & American Eatery
• Mall area
  • Jimmy John's
  • Red Robin
  • Noodles & Company
  • Hooligan's Sports Bar and Grill
  • Great Taste Chinese Restaurant

Accessibility

The building is handicap accessible with a variety of options for restrooms, changing tables and accomodatoins. If you require specific accomodations, please contact the facilitator (Jeff jvovillia@family-solutions.net). 

Please note - the Family Solutions building is a CITRUS FREE zone.

Cost & CE's

FREE! 

Please consider contributing to The Learning Center by Family Solutions.

Your contribution supports development of training courses, equipment, technology and facilitators.

This course has a suggested donation of $20.

This training does not provide participants with any official CE credits. Employees of Family Solutions may count Agency-Sponsored CEs and can talk with their supervisors about attending.

Agency-Sponsored CEs

*WA DOH Continuing Education Information
Training programs sponsored by the agency where a counselor is employed are acceptable if counselors:
1. Show the experience contributes to the advancement, extension and enhancement of the professional competence of the licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed mental health counselor and/or the licensed social worker; and 2. Limit the training programs to 26 hours per reporting period.