(HS Haarman 150767 2026) Therapeutic Role-Playing for Autistic Clients: Tabletop Games to Support Unmasking, Identity, and...
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Course overview
Tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) like Dungeons & Dragons have evolved into powerful therapeutic tools for identity, communication, and connection. This interactive session shows how collaborative storytelling and character play can foster emotional expression and authentic social engagement. You'll learn: How TTRPGs build regulation, problem-solving, and communication skills Ways to create affirming spaces for unmasking and identity exploration Methods for translating in-game learning into real-world growth Simple structure and safety tools for therapists new to gaming
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
Psychologist
Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Social Worker
Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered Social Worker Assistant
Disclosure statements
Financial: Susan Haarman has an employment relationship with Loyola University. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Susan Haarman is a member of the International Association of Research in Service-Learning and Community Engagement.