2025 ATRA Annual Conference – Session Descriptions
October 18–20, 2025 | San Antonio, TX
The following is the Session Descriptions for the 2025 ATRA Annual Conference in San Antonio, TX. All sessions, times, and presenter information have been confirmed, though final adjustments may occur due to unforeseen circumstances onsite.
For a visual Calendar view, please visit: Schedule at a Glance
For information on our Bonus Day at Morgan's Sports on Friday October 17th, please visit: ATRA San Antonio Bonus Day: Morgan's Sports
Continuing Education (CEUs):
NCTRC approval is currently pending. Please check back for updates prior to the conference.
Note: Poster presentations may be eligible for CEUs in 2025. Final determinations will be reflected once CEU approvals are finalized.
For questions related to specialty certification areas, please refer to the PDF version of the program for designation icons and CEU-eligible sessions.
Code of Conduct:
All attendees, speakers, exhibitors, and guests are expected to uphold the ATRA Conference Code of Conduct.
To review the Code, view it here.
Note on Non-ATRA Activities:
Please note that any events or activities not listed in the official ATRA San Antonio program are independently organized and not affiliated or sponsored by ATRA. ATRA is not responsible for independently coordinated events, meetups or activities not articulated in this program. Individuals interested in non-ATRA sponsored activities should contact their respective organizations directly for details.
From Reflection to Action: The Future of RT Starts Here
Session Description
Conferences are more than events; they are catalysts for change, connection, and inspiration. As we conclude our Summit on the Future of Recreational Therapy, this closing session invites you to pause and reflect on the insights gained across five key pillars of our profession: advocacy, education, research, practice, and the profession itself.
Guided by the group development model - forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning - we will explore how this shared journey has shaped us both personally and professionally. Together, we'll identify meaningful takeaways and translate them into practical steps that carry the momentum of this summit into your everyday work.
In a fast-moving field, the greatest gift we can gives ourself, and each other, is the gift of time: time to reflect, connect, and set intentions. Let's close this summit not just with ideas, but with clarity, energy, and commitment to action.
The Future of RT Starts Here.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Reflect on core insights from the summit's five focus areas: advocacy, education, research, practice, and the profession.
2. Analyze how the group development process parallels their own professional growth and collaborative experiences.
3. Identify specific, actionable commitments for applying new knowledge and strategies in their recreational therapy practices.
4. Articulate how reflective time contributes to intentional leadership, growth, and impact within the RT field.
Practice Area: Select ALL that Apply
All
Target Audience
New Graduates/New Professionals
Educators/Researchers
Mid-Career Professionals
Seasoned Professionals
Primary Presenter
![[photo]](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLcYSnkS_ZDFpNry3wbyysiGsxG3KQ97q65wBFAF5p7BEPTdSw=s50-mo "Brent Wolfe, PhD, University of North Carolina at Greensboro")