206 | When Kids Don't Play: Screen Time or Something Else?
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I answer a question from Kira in Texas about children who come into the…
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205 | Aggressive Play in the Playroom & Transitioning Kids to CCPT: Three Questions Answered
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I respond to three insightful questions from Texie in Michigan. She asks about managing…
204 | Aggression Isn't Always Anger: Decoding Aggressive Play in Child-Centered Play Therapy
In this Session Savvy episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I explore a common misinterpretation in child-centered play therapy: assuming that aggression…
203 | From Faith to First Sessions to Flags: Answering Three Child-Centered Play Therapy Questions
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I answer three insightful questions from Grace in California, covering topics from book recommendations…
202 | Bad Guys Play: Healthy Expression or Cause for Concern?
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I respond to a question from Nada in Texas about working with a six-year-old…
201 | Telehealth for Child-Centered Play Therapy: Does It Work?
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I answer a question from Laura in Washington about whether child-centered play therapy (CCPT)…
200 | Free Play Resistance: Structure-Seeking Kids in Child-Centered Play Therapy
First things first... If you are planning on going to the Oct. 2024 APT Conference in Atlanta, GA, and would like to…
199 | Session Savvy: Why We Don't Say 'Thank You' in Child-Centered Play Therapy
In this Session Savvy episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I discuss a common habit in the playroom: saying "thank you" to…
198 | "I'm In Charge, and I Want You To Choose!" - What To Do When Kids Try To Make You Choose (Ninja Trick!)
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a question from Linae in Colorado, who is working with a child…
197 | Mobile Child-Centered Play Therapy: Tips for Success Outside the Playroom
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I answer questions from Falon in Pennsylvania and Rudi in Colorado, who are both…
196 | Separation Anxiety in Play Therapy: When Children Want Parents in the Playroom
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a question from Shannon in Iowa regarding managing separation anxiety when children…
195 | Session Savvy: Avoiding Detours from the Child-Centered Model
Avoiding Third-Person in the Child-Centered Playroom In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I kick off our new Session Savvy series,…
194 | Why Children Don't Clean Up the Playroom in Child-Centered Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I answer another insightful question from Danielle in Georgia about managing cleanup in child-centered…
193 | Welcoming Back Clients: Handling Returns to Child-Centered Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I respond to a question from Danielle in Georgia about handling a client's return…
192 | The Indescribable Moments in Child-Centered Play Therapy
In this final episode of the Summer School Series on the Play Therapy Podcast, I delve into the profound insights from Garry…
191 | Beyond the Diagnosis: How Child-Centered Play Therapy Supports Children with Various Conditions and Diagnoses
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I respond to a question from Bailey in Texas about the effectiveness of child-centered…
190 | Summer Breaks in Child-Centered Play Therapy: Strategies for Continuity
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a common issue many of us face every year—how to handle requests…
189 | The Power of Boundaries in Child-Centered Play Therapy: Managing Separation Anxiety
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a question from Jonathan, whos client wanted to leave the playroom to…
188 | Understanding Child Adjustment Through Play: Lessons from The Art of the Relationship and Moustakas' Research
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I continue our Summer School Series by diving into a unique section from Garry…
187 | When Therapy is Cut Short: Understanding the Impact on Stages and Phases
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I respond to a listener question from Terri in Ireland, who is navigating the…