285 | Q&A Lightning Round #8: Four Questions From Three Listeners Answered
In this episode, I answer four questions from three different listeners in another Q&A Lightning Round. I talk with Megan in Pennsylvania…
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284 | CCPT Purism: How The Guerneys and Filial Therapy Extended the CCPT Model
In this episode of the CCPT Purism series, I explore the work of Bernard and Louise Guerney, who extended the principles of…
283 | Supporting Parents Through Divorce: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby
In this special episode, I'm joined by Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby—licensed psychologist, marriage and family therapist, and founder of Growing Self Counseling…
282 | CCPT Purism: From Rogers to Axline and the Eight Principles That Shaped the Child-Centered Play Therapy Model
In this episode of the CCPT Purism series, I take you through the foundational role of Virginia Axline in translating Carl Rogers'…
281 | Playroom Representation: Sensitivity Without Over-Complication
In this episode, I answer a question from Mia in California about how to approach dollhouse families and representation in the CCPT…
280 | When Kids Say "Stop Copying Me", Session Outside? Sandtray Use? Can I Take This Toy Home? Answering Real CCPT Questions
In this episode, I answer questions from Heather, who provides play therapy in a boys' home setting for ages 10–12. We cover…
279 | Client "Fit" in CCPT Isn't About the Child—It's About Expectations, Policies, and Processes
In this episode, I answer a question from Chloe in Georgia about how to assess whether a client or family is a…
278 | CCPT Purism: The Core Tenets & Conditions That Shaped Child-Centered Play Therapy
In this episode, I continue the CCPT Purism series with a deep dive into the core tenets and core conditions of Child-Centered…
277 | When Directive Play Therapy Backfires: A Case for CCPT
In this episode, I respond to a question from Sasha in Oregon about a challenging session with a 9-year-old client. She attempted…
276 | Following a Child's Lead vs. Returning Responsibility: Knowing the Difference
In this episode, I answer a question from Sandi in Iowa about how to respond when children ask or tell us to…
275 | CCPT Purism (New Series): How Rogers Broke the Rules—And Changed Child-Centered Play Therapy Forever
In this episode, I kick off a brand new series: CCPT Purism—a deep dive into what it truly means to be a…
274 | Room Wrecking, Risk-Taking, and Sensory-Seeking: What's Behind the Play?
In this episode, I answer a question from Danielle in Georgia about a six-year-old child processing grief after the loss of his…
273 | Keeping CCPT on Track: When a Child Refuses to Stay in the Playroom
In this episode, I answer a question from Hannah in Texas about what to do when a child leaves the playroom mid-session—especially…
272 | Fine Tuning Limit-Setting: Clarifying the "A" in the ACT Framework
In this episode, I clarify the difference between reflecting feelings as a standalone reflective response and reflecting feelings within limit-setting (ACT model).…
271 | When Limit-Setting Feels Endless & Does Setting Limits in CCPT Feel Coercive? Let's Clarify
In this episode, I answer two questions from Michal in New York. The first question explores whether setting limits in CCPT could…
270 | When a Child Falls Asleep in Play Therapy: Trusting the CCPT Process
In this episode, I answer a question from Chris about working with a 14-year-old client who frequently falls asleep during play therapy…
269 | Adulthood Bias: The Barrier to Parents Understanding Children's Behavior
In this episode, I introduce the concept of adulthood bias—the tendency for adults to forget what it was like to be a…
268 | When You and the Child Don't Speak the Same Language in CCPT
In this episode, I address a question about the role of verbal communication in CCPT. Research shows that play therapy is effective…
267 | Think You're an Independent Contractor? You Might Not Be. Know the Difference Between Independent Contractor Vs. Employee Categorization
In this episode, I take a break between series for a much-needed "palate cleanse" to address an issue that keeps coming up…
266 | Fighting for CCPT: How to Advocate for Child-Centered Play Therapy in Sexual Abuse Cases and Trauma Work
In this episode, I answer a question from Lisa in Maryland about the role of Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) in cases involving…