Recreational therapists came together from across the country to learn, reflect, and grow during RT in HEART 2026.
There are days that remind you why you love this profession.
RT in HEART 2026 was one of those days.
Across five powerful sessions, hundreds of recreational therapists came together to learn, reflect, and grow. What stood out wasn’t just the content — it was the heart behind it.
We explored topics that are shaping the future of recreational therapy:
• Holistic and integrative approaches
• Trauma-informed yoga in RT practice
• Transference and countertransference awareness
• Neuroplasticity and “power tools” for emotional regulation
• Generative AI and the future of documentation and programming
The engagement was incredible.
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300+ people registered for each session
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95–97 average interest ratings
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Nearly 98% attentiveness across sessions
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High participation and thoughtful feedback
But numbers only tell part of the story.
What truly mattered was what you shared:
“Rec Therapy Today CARES.”
“Worth getting up early for.”
“Thank you for providing these free CEUs.”
“One of my favorite sessions.”
“Very informative and practical.”
That kind of feedback means something.
It means this isn’t just about clock hours.
It’s about connection.
It’s about professional growth.
It’s about community.
What This Teleconference Proved
Recreational therapists want:
✔ Practical tools
✔ Ethical clarity
✔ Innovation without losing grounding
✔ Trauma-informed care
✔ Forward-thinking skills (including AI literacy)
✔ Space to reflect on real clinical issues
✔ A community that supports them
And most importantly, you want to continue growing.
RT in HEART wasn’t just a one-day event. It was a reminder that our field is evolving — and that recreational therapists are leaders in that evolution.
Don’t Let It Be a One-Day Spark
If RT in HEART inspired you…
If you learned something new…
If you felt energized by being part of this community…
That’s exactly why The Elite CEU Membership exists.
The Elite isn’t just about earning CEUs.
It’s about staying in the conversation.
Inside The Elite, you receive:
• Unlimited access to 50+ hours of online CEUs
• Replays from events like RT in HEART
• Practical, clinically grounded courses
• Forward-thinking topics that matter
• The ability to earn all of your CEUs from home
• Ongoing professional development without scrambling each renewal cycle
If you join before March 7th, the full RT in HEART replay series will be included in your membership.
Already a member? The replay series is coming to your account soon — because that’s what membership means. You don’t miss out.
Rec Therapy Today CARES
This teleconference reinforced something important.
Rec Therapy Today is not just a CEU provider.
We are a community.
We are innovative.
We are grounded.
We are forward-thinking.
And yes — we care.
Thank you for being part of RT in HEART 2026.
If you’re ready to continue growing with us, The Elite is waiting for you.
With gratitude,
Danny