Invite Clair to Speak or Collaborate
Dr. Clair Mellenthin is a renowned child and family therapist, international speaker, and media expert on play therapy, trauma, and attachment.
Clair’s presentations are heartfelt, practical, and rooted in decades of hands-on experience. She speaks to what really matters: healing families, supporting mental health professionals, and bringing the power of play to communities worldwide.
Inspiring Healing, One Story at a Time
Book Dr. Clair Mellenthin for Keynotes, Conferences, and Media Appearances
With a dynamic presence and deep clinical expertise, Clair bridges science and storytelling to educate, empower, and move audiences—whether she's speaking to a room full of therapists or appearing on national television.
Transformative Talks for Therapists & Parents
From keynote addresses and breakout sessions to parent education events and podcast interviews, Clair delivers content that resonates. Her unique Attachment-Centered Play Therapy model offers fresh, evidence-informed insights that spark reflection and inspire real change.
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Therapists creates a warm, safe, confidential environment where children are free to explore. Through play, therapists guide children toward emotional awareness and resolution.
A Play Therapist's Role
Being a therapist means becoming a lilypad—a place of safety where healing can rest and begin again.
—Dr. Clair Mellenthin
Clair is a fantastic speaker! She weaves theory, practical exercises and case examples into a dynamic and engaging presentation that was informative and entertaining.
Rosie Newman
Child and Family Therapist, WAAPT President
Clair is a super engaging speaker who uses “real practice” examples in her trainings. Our members loved her so much they requested we immediately book her for another conference! So we did!!!”
Mary Welsh
Hawaii APT Branch President
what audiences say
Hi! I'm Clair Mellenthin, PhD, LCSW, RPT-S. You are in the right place if you prioritize the well being of the children you love, over tradition and the well-intentioned but clearly not working parenting and therapy strategies of the past.
With more than twenty years of clinical experience, authoring six books about play therapy and speaking to therapists around the globe I am here to tell you there is hope!
Join me as we rediscover the joy of connection, healthy relationships and attachment through play! Keep Playing!
You may have seen my work in:
FOX NEWS
CBS
abc 4 utah
fresh living
msn living
reuters
KSL news radio
scholastic
deseret news
psych central
wasatch family therapy
georgia family magazine
meet Clair.
online courses
live workshops
supervision
Clair helps clinicians deepen their skills, build confidence, and reconnect with the heart of their work.
Whether you're beginning your journey or looking to expand your impact, Clair provides a safe, encouraging space—a lilypad—where you can grow and prepare to take your next leap as a healer in your community.
for therapists
parenting support
live workshops
family or group therapy
For families navigating big emotions, challenging behaviors, or disconnection, Clair Mellenthin offers hope, guidance, and healing.
With over two decades of experience supporting children and parents, Clair helps families understand the needs beneath the surface and build tools rooted in attachment, play, and connection.
for families
play therapy
group therapy
Through play therapy, Clair helps children express what words can’t always say—using toys, stories, and creativity to explore big emotions and build trust.
for kids
Clair creates a safe place for kids to land, feel seen, and gather the courage to leap forward with confidence.
family therapy
Learn. Grow.
Discover four powerful ways to connect with Clair Mellenthin.
