133 | I Don't Use Case Conceptualization, But If I Did...
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a question from Alexa in Texas about case conceptualization. Alexa, soon to…
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132 | Unlocking Parental Resistance: 6 Reasons and Strategies for Overcoming
In today's episode, we delve into the topic of engaging resistant parents, a common frustration among child-centered play therapists. From discussions in…
131 | Q&A Lightning Round #3: 4 More Questions From Listeners Answered
Lightning Round Q&A #3! - Four listeners contacted me with 5 topics of questions, so here we go with Lightning Round #3.…
130 | Structured Conversations: The Five-Week Parent Consultation Strategy
In this episode, I discuss the importance of setting up structured meetings with parents in child-centered play therapy. A best practice that…
129 | Q&A Lightning Round #2: 7 More Questions From Listeners Answered
Lightning Round Q&A #2! - I've gotten emails saying you like the lightning round format, and the downloads support that opinion, so…
128 | Enhancing Outcomes: Effective Communication with Parents in Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I discuss the importance of involving parents in the child-centered play therapy process. While…
127 | Q&A Lightning Round #1: 7 Questions From Listeners Answered
In this episode, I get caught up on questions that listeners have emailed to me. So put your seatbelt on and hang…
126 | Unpacking Play Therapy Themes: A Key to Effective Parent Engagement
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, we dive into the practical application of understanding and using play therapy themes, which…
125 | Sexual Curiosity Theme in Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I discuss the theme of "sexual curiosity" in child-centered play therapy. This is the…
124 | Sexual Talk Theme in Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I take on the theme of "sexual talk" in child-centered play therapy. I emphasize…
123 | Why Child-Centered Play Therapy Works for Every Child: The Evidence to Navigate Skepticism
In this episode, I address a question from Barbara in California about how to explain to others that child-centered play therapy can…
122 | Sexual Behaviors Directed At The Therapist Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode, I delve into the challenging theme of sexual behaviors directed at the therapist in play therapy sessions. This difficult…
121 | SMART Goals and Child-Centered Play Therapy: How to Bridge the Gap in a School Setting
In this episode, I respond to a question from Emery in New Jersey, a school-based child-centered play therapist, about setting therapeutic goals…
120 | Sexualized Activity Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode, we dive into the challenging topic of sexualized play themes in child-centered play therapy. I discuss how children may…
119 | Toy Takers!: Setting Limits On Children Taking Toys Home
In this episode, I respond to a question from Stacy in Colorado about children taking toys from the playroom. Stacy describes a…
118 | Failure Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, we explore the theme of failure in play therapy sessions. I dive into the…
117 | Tackling "Boredom": Exploring the Deeper Meanings Behind a Child Saying That Play Therapy Is Boring
In this episode, I respond to a question from Yanna in Massachusetts about how to handle a child who says play therapy…
116 | Mastery/Competence Play Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode, we're diving into the category of mastery and competence play by looking at Mastery Theme play. This is where…
115 | Hugs And I Love You's: Responding to Children's Affection
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a significant question from Tammy in rural British Columbia and I received…
114 | Exploratory Theme in Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, we begin the final category of themes—exploration and mastery. It's been incredible to witness…