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Registration for the 2026 KATA Symposium is officially open! Keslie Redel, LCPC, LPC, ATR-BC, RPT™, AS is our conference planner and she has put together a wonderful weekend of learning, creating, and togetherness. Below is information about our Friday night social event, and the Saturday symposium.
KATA's 2026 Pre-Symposium Social Event:
Friday, November 13, 6-8pm
Meet us at Sweet Tee's Coffee Shop in Olathe, KS for our pre-symposium social event! Enjoy the company of your fellow symposium attendees while Wichita-based art therapist, Katie Francis, leads us in creating miniature accordion folder books. All supplies will be provided, as well as yummy appetizers, sweet treats, and beverages. Join us for an evening of cozy crafting!
2026 KATA Symposium:
Saturday, November 14, 9:30am-4:30pm
"Creativity's Role with Neurocognitive Differences"
Join us for the 47th annual Kansas Art Therapy Association Symposium: "Creativity's Role with Neurocognitive Differences" held on November 14th, 2026 at the Olathe Community Center in Olathe, KS!
The day's presentations will focus on the integration of expressive arts and healing with folks experiencing challenges related to dementia and traumatic brain injury. Attendees will also have opportunities for their own creative expression throughout the day, and can earn 6 CE's if desired. Light snacks, beverages, and lunch will be provided!
