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Outdoor Activities
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Session 2 - Calming Techniques
Sara Schmitz, M.ED, LPCDone
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DiSC Parenting Styles
Bruce ScottDone
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Session 3 - Clint Sinclair
Lt. Clint SinclairDone
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Snack
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General Session - Parade of Colors - Awards
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Registration Opens
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Dinner
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Boxed Lunch - Departure
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Childcare Pickup
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Session 1 - The Power of Play
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Location: HK Lounge
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8/11/26, 9:30 AM
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8/11/26, 10:30 AM
(America/Chicago)
(1 hour)
Colleen Smithson, MSW, LCSW, RPT™
Colleen Smithson, MSW, LCSW, RPT™
Colleen is the owner of St. Louis Play Therapy, LLC, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist™, and certified AutPlay therapist. She specializes in treating children and adolescents, as well as working with toddlers and their caregivers. Colleen has a special interest in supporting neurodivergent children and their families. She graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2010 and obtained her Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis in 2012.
In this session, caregivers will learn to better understand the reasoning behind their child’s behavior, how to best respond in the moment, and the importance of calm, loving responses. We will cover common trauma responses and triggers, and how to support a child through difficult emotions. The group will practice a variety of skills throughout the session.
Nourishing the Roots of Our Families
A heartfelt thank you to the incredible community partners backing the Rooted Conference. Your generosity directly powers 4 days of expert workshops, family activities, resources, and valuable networking for Missouri foster and adoptive families.
