106 | Protection Play Theme in Play Therapy
In this episode, we're delving into the theme of Protection Play, the second segment within the safety play themes. It's crucial to…
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105 | Child-Centered Healing: Trauma Processing in the Playroom
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a question from Marisol, a newcomer to play therapy, who's working in…
104 | Containing Play Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode, I start into the category of safety play by focusing on the first theme: containing play. I explore the…
103 | When Kids Want Out: Strategies For Play Therapists When Kids Try To Leave The Session Early
In this episode of the podcast, I answer an email from Nell in Maryland. Nell asks what to do when a child…
102 | Sorting Play Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode, we wrap up our exploration of the Control and Safety themes with a focus on 'sorting play.' I share…
101 | Therapist Dilemma: What To Do When A Child Falls Asleep In Session
In this episode, I addressed a question from a listener, Kianna in Pennsylvania, who is in an internship and recently inherited a…
100 | Mess-Making Play Theme in Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I dive into the theme of mess making play in child-centered play therapy. Mess…
99 | From Meltdowns to Milestones: Supporting Parents and Children in Play Therapy
In this episode, I respond to a question from Kaylee in Georgia regarding how to support parents in child-centered play therapy. It's…
98 | Cleaning Play Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I'm excited to explore the cleaning play theme. As a child-centered play therapist, I've…
97 | The Art Of Not Answering: Remaining Child-Centered When Children Ask Questions In The Playroom
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a common concern from our listeners: how to handle children's questions during…
96 | Instability Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, we're diving into the theme of instability. It's a theme that often partners up…
95 | How To Stay True To Child-Centered Play Therapy With Teens And Tweens
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, we dive into a question raised by three listeners: Nneka from England, Anna from…
94 | Bridge-Building Play Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I explore the world of bridge building play, a theme within the broader category…
93 | Tuning In: The Power Of Tone Of Voice In Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I delve into a topic of the power of tone of voice in play…
92 | Self-Fixing Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I delve into a significant theme: self fixing in the context of play therapy.…
91 | Play Therapy's "Progress Puzzle": Navigating Norms, Progress, and Expectations
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I respond to a thoughtful question from Julia in California. Julia's concern revolves around…
90 | Failure To Fix Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode, I delved into another control and safety theme—the "failure to fix" theme. It's a counterpart to the "fixing play"…
89 | Navigating Messy Play: Balancing Client Needs And Cleanliness In The Playroom
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I delve into the crucial topic of managing messy play within the therapeutic setting,…
88 | Fixing Play Theme In Play Therapy
Today, we're diving into the "fixing play" theme in child-centered play therapy. This theme often follows "broken play" and is closely tied…
87 | Q&A: Working With Kids With Sexual Behavior Or Abuse Backgrounds
In this episode of The Play Therapy Podcast, I address the critical topic of working with children who have experienced sexual abuse…