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Trainings
Third Annual KYATA Symposium:
Building Our Creative Community
A two-day training event offering up to 12 CE hours!
Third Annual KYATA Symposium: Building Our Creative Community has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit.
Sessions approved for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Kentucky Art Therapy Association (KYATA) is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. SP-5322
Building Our Creative Community
A two-day training event offering up to 12 CE hours!
Third Annual KYATA Symposium: Building Our Creative Community has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit.
Sessions approved for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Kentucky Art Therapy Association (KYATA) is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. SP-5322
Dates:
May 29-30th. 2026
Times:
9:00am - 4:30pm
*Registration opens at 8:00am. Lunch and light snacks provided.
Location:
Shelbyville Conference Center
219 7th Street
Shelbyville, KY 40065
https://shelbykyvenues.com/
For full details, CLICK HERE
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and all future events offered by KYATA? Click the link below:
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"Ethical Decision making Through the Lens of Emotional Intelligence"
Presenter: Dr. Eileen O'Neill Estes, Ph.D, ATR-BC, LPAT, GC-C
3 CE hours, NBCC approved
Date: June 18, 2026
Time: 1:00-4:30pm (UTC-4)
Location: Virtual
Cost: $75.00
Contact: [email protected]
Pay/Register via Square: https://square.link/u/IMWe6Qr2
* PLEASE BE ADVISED *
This event is hosted and organized by Creative Resolve Psychotherapy, LLC. The Kentucky Art Therapy Association is sharing this information for promotional/informational purposes only. We are not responsible for the planning, execution, ticketing, or any changes to the event.
Please direct all questions and concerns directly to the host.
Presenter: Dr. Eileen O'Neill Estes, Ph.D, ATR-BC, LPAT, GC-C
3 CE hours, NBCC approved
Date: June 18, 2026
Time: 1:00-4:30pm (UTC-4)
Location: Virtual
Cost: $75.00
Contact: [email protected]
Pay/Register via Square: https://square.link/u/IMWe6Qr2
* PLEASE BE ADVISED *
This event is hosted and organized by Creative Resolve Psychotherapy, LLC. The Kentucky Art Therapy Association is sharing this information for promotional/informational purposes only. We are not responsible for the planning, execution, ticketing, or any changes to the event.
Please direct all questions and concerns directly to the host.
Board Meetings and Art Meet-ups
All event days/times are subject to change.
The locations for Art Meet-ups and Board Meetings are typically posted 30-60 days ahead of the event, and can be found on our website, social media platforms, and by email invitation to active members.
Board Meetings are open to the public and do not require an RSVP.
Art Meet-ups typically do require registration/RSVP to ensure sufficient space and materials are available.
The locations for Art Meet-ups and Board Meetings are typically posted 30-60 days ahead of the event, and can be found on our website, social media platforms, and by email invitation to active members.
Board Meetings are open to the public and do not require an RSVP.
Art Meet-ups typically do require registration/RSVP to ensure sufficient space and materials are available.
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Board Meetings occur both independently and in conjunction with art meet-ups,
Regular board meetings are typically held on Saturdays from 1:00-3:00pm.
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Art Meet-Ups are now offered exclusively in-person.
All Art Meet-Ups are followed by and coincide with Board Meetings. Details about the planned activity and location will be posted approximately 30-60 days ahead of the event.
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Relevant Events
2026 World Art Therapy Conference
FREE virtual conference
February 7-8 "Mind-Body Approaches"
February 14-15 "Art Therapy in Public Institutions"
February 21-22 "Creative Approaches for Neurodiverse Clients"
***If you are unable to attend the live event, home study courses are available for purchase
www.artstherapies.org
Big Stomp (formerly PeteFest)
((On pause for 2026 -- slated to return in 2027))
www.thebigstomp.com
Buckeye Art Therapy Association (BATA)
45th Annual Symposium
((typically announced in April and held in September))
KYATA Member Discounts
NAMI Walk Louisville
September 2026
Date/Time TBD
www.namilouisville.org
AATA's 57th Annual Conference
Theme: Rooted and Rising
Host City: Charlotte, NC
In Person: October 14-17, 2026 @ Sheraton/Le Meridien Hotel Complex
Virtual: November 14-15, 2026
EARLYBIRD REGISTRATION OPENS IN EARLY MAY
https://arttherapy.org/annual-conferences/
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