86 | Broken Play Theme in Play Therapy
In this episode, we delve into the "Broken Play Theme" in child-centered play therapy's category of safety and control themes. Exploring Broken…
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85 | Burying Or Drowning Theme
In this episode, we're delving into the intriguing burying or drowning theme, a part of our ongoing exploration of control and safety…
84 | My Complete Interview With Dr. Jennifer Baggerly About Child-Centered Play Therapy
When you've trained directly with Dr. Garry Landreth, you gain vast knowledge and helpful perspective on the child-centered play therapy model. Join…
83 | Fire Play Theme In Play Therapy
Today, we're entering the realm of control and safety themes, marking a transition from our previous categories. Specifically, we're exploring the intriguing…
82 | Q&A: How To Handle A Child That Makes Animal Noises And Behaves Like A Puppy In Session
Listener, Yanna, emailed me with a scenario... she is seeing a child that acts like a puppy all session and she was…
81 | Adult Activity Theme In Play Therapy
In this concluding episode of the Nurturing & Caregiving category, we delve into the intriguing realm of the Adult Activity Theme. This…
80 | Q&A: What To Do When You're "Stuck" With A Client On The Autism Spectrum
A listener from the UK emailed me with questions about a client on the autism spectrum. She is feeling "stuck" and was…
79 | Store And Shopping Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode, I cover the Store and Shopping Theme. This theme falls under the Nurturing Theme category of themes in play…
78 | Q&A: What Play Therapy Theme Does Board Game Play Fall Under?
Ethan from VA emailed me a question asking what play therapy theme board game play falls under. Secondly, Ethan asked what theme…
77 | Neglect, Abuse, or Punishment of Self Themes in Play Therapy
In this episode, I dive into Neglect, Abuse, or Punishment of Self Themes in Play Therapy. I discuss examples of how this…
76 | Staying True to the Model: Child-Centered Feedback for Pandemic-Related Anxiety
Listener Yanna, in MA, emailed me asking about a client who has severe anxiety related to germs, possibly related to the pandemic.…
75 | Failed Nurturing Theme In Play Therapy
Failed Nurturing, essentially, is any time a child uses nurturing activities but they are negative towards the person being nurtured. This can…
74 | Defying Opposition: Unveiling the Potential of Child-Centered Play Therapy for ODD
Listener Cheryl emailed me with the following question: "How does a child with Oppositional Defiance Disorder heal through CCPT? I have one…
73 | The Self-Nurturing Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode, I talk about the distinction between nurturing and self-nurturing themes. I also discuss the following topics related to self-nurturing…
72 | Q&A: "Capturing Growth" - Documenting Goals, Objectives & Diagnosis while Honoring the Child-Centered Model in Play Therapy
Brooke in Utah & Cheryl in California both emailed me with questions that overlap in content, so I'm doing a double Q&A…
71 | Nurturing & Caregiving Theme In Play Therapy
In this episode I cover another in the Family & Nurturing category of play therapy themes... The Nurturing Theme. This is generally…
70 | Q&A: Working Through Abuse Narratives In Play Therapy With A Child-Centered Approach
Listener Pam emailed me about a child she is currently conducting play sessions with. The child has a history of emotional and…
69 | Separation & Reunion Themes In Play Therapy
In this episode I cover Separation, and also Reunion Themes in play therapy. These are both in the Family and Nurturing Category…
68 | Q&A: When "Aggression" Derails - Addressing "Aggression" With Parents To Prevent Premature Therapy Termination
Listener Beth from Wales emailed me with questions about a specific situation regarding caregivers prematurely terminating therapy because the child started showing…
67 | Constancy Theme, AKA Permanence Theme, In Play Therapy
We're finally moving into family and nurturing themes, starting with Constancy Theme, also known as Permanence Theme.