The mission of the Texas Association for Play Therapy (TxAPT) shall be to promote the value of play, play therapy, and credentialed play therapists who are located in Texas. To satisfy this mission, the Corporation will advance the psycho-social development and mental health of all people through play and play therapy by promoting and supporting those programs, services, and related activities that promote the: (a) understanding and valuing of play and play therapy; (b) effective practice of play therapy through training, research, and support; (c) recognition, incorporation, and preservation of diversity in play therapy; and (d) development and maintenance of a strong professional organization to accomplish these objectives. In accordance with the Branch Charter Agreement with APT, the TxAPT will advance its mission within the state.