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…
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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.
66 | Q&A: Staying Child-Centered When A Child Invites You Into Their Play
Listeners Clay and Joss from Australia emailed me a question for guidance on staying child-centered when a child invites you into their…
65 | The Seeking Theme in Play Therapy
The last of the 7 power and aggression category of play therapy themes... The Seeking theme.
64 | Q&A: Interpreting the Child's Play Through a Child-Centered Play Therapy Lens
Listener Anna, from Canada, emailed me a question regarding interpreting a child's play for interventions and advisement at schools, etc. In this…
63 | The Devouring Theme in Play Therapy
Another theme in the power and agression category of play therapy theme is the devouring theme. In this episode, I discuss an…
62 | Q&A: Children Bringing Their Own Toys Into The Playroom
Kate from South Australia emailed me the following question: "I am wondering what your thoughts are on children bringing in their own…
61 | Powerful Figure Overcoming The Weaker Figure Theme In Play Therapy
This is the 4th in a series of power and control category of themes in play therapy. In this episode, I cover…
60 | Q&A: The Art Of Play Therapy Supervision (Getting The Most From Your Supervisory Experience)
In this episode, I answer a listener's question about supervision. Jeremy from the UK emailed me with the following question: "I am…
59 | Death Theme In Play Therapy
Another theme in the power and control category of themes is "death" play. I explain this multi-faceted theme, and also discuss how…
58 | Q&A: How To Handle Children Shooting And Using Swords On You
Cindy from Australia emailed me with a questions asking how I handle children who shoot and use swords on me.
57 | Aggression And Aggressive Victim Themes In Play Therapy
In this episode, I'm continuing our discussion of Power and Control themes in play therapy with the Aggression and Aggressive Victim themes.…
56 | Q&A: How To Best Communicate With Parents, Teachers, and School Counselors When Working With A Child
Jeremy from Illinois emailed me with the following question: "I have a six-year-old client who is getting angry and aggressive at school.…
55 | Themes In The Playroom: Good Vs Bad
In this episode, we finally begin a series on themes in the playroom. I've been getting emails and feedback that so many…
54 | Q&A: What Is The ONE THING I Need To Know To Be A Better Play Therapist?
I talk to a lot of play therapists, and I review a lot of sessions. I get a version of a question…