Podcast Episodes
138 | Collaborating with Schools: Communicating with Teachers as a Play Therapist
In this episode, I discuss effective strategies for communicating with schools as a play therapist. It's important to understand that school personnel aren't always trained in mental health, so approaching them with empathy and support can make a big difference. I...
137 | Decoding Screen-Influenced Play: Insights for Play Therapists
In this episode, I delve into a question from Batsheva about how to distinguish between play that stems from a child's imagination versus play influenced by screen time. As someone who authored the book "Device Detox," I'm deeply passionate about reducing children's...
136 | Parent Talk: Balancing Transparency and Confidentiality in Play Therapy
In this episode of The Play Therapy Podcast, I tackle a critical issue: how to communicate with parents while keeping confidentiality intact. Drawing from my experiences at my center and insights from my coaching program, I dive into the delicate balance between...
135 | Rethinking Credentials and Embracing Expertise
In this episode, I address a question from Margaret in Indiana regarding credentialing for play therapy. Margaret, like many others, expressed concern about her lack of formal training in child development and whether it's necessary to become a Registered Play...
134 | Equipping Parents: Communicating Strategies for Dealing with Child Behavior
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I look into the intricacies of helping parents navigate problematic behaviors exhibited by their children. I provide insights from three different angles: addressing parental concerns during the initial consultation,...
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 be an RPT, seeks guidance on how case conceptualization fits into the Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) model and how to document it. I...
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 the Six Figure Play Therapist Coaching and the CCPT Collective that I host, it's clear that many therapists face...
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. Thank you to Jess for calling into the new call-in number, (813) 812-5525. I'm so grateful to you and your investment in child-centered play...
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 we have established and perfected at my practice includes parent consultations following a five-week schedule, providing the...
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 here we go with Lightning Round #2. Don't forget that I now have a call-in number that you can ask questions as well. (813) 812-5525....
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 parental engagement isn't a prerequisite for a child's progress, it undeniably influences overall outcomes. I can't stress...
127 | Q&A Lightning Round: 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 on for the lightning round of Q&A. Here are the topics of questions answered: - Donna in Virginia - Length of sessions - Katarina - Hugging, terminating...
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 have been a hot topic in the therapy community. Recognizing and documenting themes in therapy sessions is not just for the...
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 last of the sexualized play themes. This episode focuses on the curiosity children may have regarding body parts and sexual exploration...
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 the importance of recognizing this theme and understanding its implications for both the child and the therapist. Sexual talk includes...