Podcasts about play therapist

In this deeply validating and insightful conversation, Dr. Sheryl Ziegler—licensed clinical psychologist, TEDx speaker, and bestselling author of Mommy Burnout—joins Allison to talk about the chronic stress plaguing modern motherhood and what we can do about it. They explore the mental health crisis facing kids today, the critical (and often overlooked) developmental window known as middle childhood, and Dr. Ziegler's powerful new book, The Crucial Years. Whether you're a parent, educator, or advocate, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to rewrite the narrative around burnout, connection, and resilience—for both moms and kids.In this episode, we discuss:The true cost of chronic stress and burnout in motherhoodHow to reframe stress and recognize its real health implicationsWhy connection isn't a luxury—it's a prescriptionThe “forgotten years” of childhood and how to support kids ages 6–12Puberty education, early intervention, and setting kids up for mental wellnessPractical ways to reduce stress and build communityConfidence, identity, and the importance of knowing who you are (right now)About Today's Guest:Dr. Sheryl Ziegler is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Play Therapist based in Colorado. She is the author of Mommy Burnout and The Crucial Years, and she frequently contributes to national media outlets, including NBC and TEDx, where her talk “Why Moms Are Miserable” has sparked global conversation. Dr. Ziegler is also the founder of the Start With the Talk course and host of Dr. Sheryl's PodCouch. Her mission is to help parents and professionals understand the power of connection and early intervention for mental health and family well-being.Connect with Dr. Sheryl:Website: drsherylziegler.comInstagram: @drsherylzieglerNew book: The Crucial Years – available wherever books are soldPodcast: Dr. Sheryl's PodCouch The She Believed She Could™ Podcast is thrilled to welcome AdventHealth for Women to the show as one of our official sponsors! Check out ALL of the amazing resources they have available at herhealthnavigator.com to help you get connected to providers that can meet your needs! Connect with AllisonInterested in working together? Fill out this form.www.instagram.com/allisonwalshwww.shebelievedbook.comwww.allisonwalshconsulting.comBuild Your Brand On Demand

Kate Fylan is a Domestic Family Violence and Children's Services Sector Leader with over 20 years experience working in the sector in Ireland and Australia . Kate has unique experience of working with both Victim Survivors of gender based violence and working with men who choose to perpetrate this violence. Kate is an experienced leader in the DFV and Children's Service sector and has led NSW state programs as well as operational and clinical leadership in NFP organisations. Kate is experienced in practice and clinical leadership, staff development and coaching, practice frameworks and programming. Kate thrives in sector engagement, strategic thinking and advocacy.  Kate is a published author, podcast and conference presenter and sits on an editorial board for a Children's Practice Journal. Kate is a proud Celtic Social Worker (2001), Play Therapist (2006), Clinical Supervisor, Sector Leader and Mum to three young children.Mary Jo McVeigh is the founder and CEO of Cara Consultancy. She is a proud Belfast Irish woman, radical social worker and activist, dedicated family member, and friend. She is acknowledged as a committed supporter of young citizens who have endured and survived traumatic experiences through advocacy and rights-informed intervention. She was a finalist in the NSW Government Woman of the Year Award 2018, the NSW Government Citizen of the Year Award 2018, Social Worker of the Year—Australian Allied Health Association 2019, NSW Government Council of Canada Bay Award 2020, Order of Australia medal 2021, and Australian Social Worker of the Year award 2022 for her work. She gained her Ph.D. in 2024.In This EpisodeKate: www.linkedin.com/in/kate-fylan-41829aa2Mary Jo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-jo-mc-veigh/---If you'd like to support The Trauma Therapist Podcast and the work I do you can do that here with a monthly donation of $5, $7, or $10: Donate to The Trauma Therapist Podcast.Click here to join my email list and receive podcast updates and other news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-trauma-therapist--5739761/support.

This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a conversation Georgie Wisen- Vincent a play therapy expert and co-author of the new book The Way of Play with Tina Payne-Bryson. We cover the importance of play for teaching children skills and understanding their feelings, and tangible ways that parents can join their kids in the world of play (even if they don't really like playing!). We talk about: 7:25 What does it mean to “observe and attune” to our kids? 12:22 How play helps children learn to manage their feelings without having an actual fight or flight stress response 23:00 Why kids tell us we are playing wrong! 28:00 Why it is okay to let kids have control and power in play 29:00 The “think out loud” strategy 33:00 How much should we be playing with our kids? 36:25 How play helps with resiliency  Download the episode transcript HERE    Resources mentioned in this episode: The Way of Play https://amzn.to/3PrAm6D  https://playstronginstitute.com/   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194 Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com   Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting  Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter  Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php   

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I answer a question from Bracha in New York about working with children who might be on the autism spectrum. Bracha asks how to discuss concerns with parents without directly diagnosing, whether CCPT is appropriate for a four-year-old presenting at an 18-month-old developmental level, and how to adapt language for neurodivergent children. I share strategies for gently introducing parents to the idea of evaluations without pushing for labels, emphasizing advocacy and helping parents feel empowered with information. I also explain why child-centered play therapy (CCPT) remains effective for neurodivergent children and offer tips for maintaining limits and choices with younger developmental presentations. This episode provides practical advice for handling sensitive conversations with parents while staying true to CCPT principles. Sign up for my exclusive newsletter at playtherapynow.com. Stay ahead with the latest CCPT CEU courses, personalized coaching opportunities and other opportunities you need to thrive in your CCPT practice! If you would like to ask me questions directly, check out www.ccptcollective.com, where I host two weekly Zoom calls filled with advanced CCPT case studies and session reviews, as well as member Q&A. You can take advantage of the two-week free trial to see if the CCPT Collective is right for you. Ask Me Questions: Call ‪(813) 812-5525‬, or email: brenna@thekidcounselor.com Brenna's CCPT Hub: https://www.playtherapynow.com CCPT Collective (online community exclusively for CCPTs): https://www.ccptcollective.com Podcast HQ: https://www.playtherapypodcast.com APT Approved Play Therapy CE courses: https://childcenteredtraining.com Twitter: @thekidcounselor https://twitter.com/thekidcounselor Facebook: https://facebook.com/playtherapypodcast Common References: Cochran, N., Nordling, W., & Cochran, J. (2010). Child-Centered Play Therapy (1st ed.). Wiley. VanFleet, R., Sywulak, A. E., & Sniscak, C. C. (2010). Child-centered play therapy. Guilford Press. Landreth, G.L. (2023). Play Therapy: The Art of the Relationship (4th ed.). Routledge. Bratton, S. C., Landreth, G. L., Kellam, T., & Blackard, S. R. (2006). Child parent relationship therapy (CPRT) treatment manual: A 10-session filial therapy model for training parents. Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group. Benedict, Helen. Themes in Play Therapy. Used with permission to Heartland Play Therapy Institute.

Original air date: September 27, 2022 Do you know what bibliotherapy is or how to incorporate it into your client sessions? We're resharing this episode in which Lisa Dion is joined by Althea T. Simpson, the founder of Brighter Day Therapeutic Solutions and Unicorn Life Training. Althea is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, Certified LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator, and host of the podcast Chronicles of a Play Therapist. Her innovative approaches have been a tremendous inspiration in the play therapy field. Discover the therapeutic potential of books and learn creative ways to use bibliotherapy with your clients, including: How bibliotherapy helps children navigate psychological, emotional, and social challenges. Choosing books relevant to a client's personal situation and developmental needs. Utilizing bibliotherapy in Teletherapy sessions. Engaging children in reflective activities such as art-based expressions, LEGO, sand tray, journal writing, and group discussions. Althea also shares some of her favorite books for the playroom, including her top must-have book, and introduces her recently published book, "Hurt to Healing: Child Witnesses of Domestic Violence and Their Invisible Injuries," which intertwines her professional and personal experiences. Join us for an inspiring conversation that highlights the creative and healing power of bibliotherapy in play therapy sessions. Podcast Resources:  Synergetic Play Therapy Institute: https://synergeticplaytherapy.com/ Synergetic Play Therapy Learning Website: https://learn.synergeticplaytherapy.com/ FREE Resources to support you on your play therapy journey: https://synergeticplaytherapy.com/free-resources/  Aggression in Play Therapy: https://synergeticplaytherapy.com/books/ * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and invite your friends/fellow colleagues to join us.

If you are unfortunate enough to have a child who has had to spend time in hospital, you may have met a Play Therapist. These amazing teams therapeutically support children, and parents, through the toughest times in their lives.We hope you will never have to experience your child having treatment or an extended stay in hospital but if the worst happens, knowing what a play therapist can do and when you can ask for one could make a huge difference for your family.Tune into this week's Family Health podcast where we chat with a mum whose two year old son has spent extended time in hospital due to a respiratory condition and to Megan, a health play specialist on the paediatric critical care unit at Leeds hospitals. References:All about the Children's Play Service at Leeds Teaching HospitalsLearn more about Seth's conditions: Bronchiolitis Obliterans and BronchiectasisMini First Aid Family First Aid Kit - Platinum Award winning first aid kit, voted a Best Buy in the Loved By Parents Awards 2021, is a comprehensive first aid kit for all the family. Containing 115 essential items, it is ideal for keeping in your car or at home for any first aid emergencies.Find out more about our multi award winning two hour Baby & Child first aid classes here, delivered in a relaxed and comfortable style to give you the confidence to know what actions to take if faced with a medical emergency.For press enquiries and to contact Mini First Aid, email info@minifirstaid.co.ukSeries 4 of the Family Health Podcast by Mini First Aid is sponsored by Things Happen, a trusted broker which offers the best financial advice to help parents and their families make informed decisions, ensuring a secure and tax-efficient future for their children.  The team at Things Happen consists of highly qualified financial experts who can guide you through the different types of life insurance policies to consider as your family expands, taking the stress out of decision-making by finding the best deals. If you already have life insurance Things Happen will carefully review your existing policy to ensure it still meets your family's needs, giving you peace of mind, knowing your family is fully protected.  And finally,  if reviewing your life insurance is still on your to-do list, take time to get in touch with an experienced Things Happen financial advisor today.

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a thoughtful question from Malley in Texas, who wonders how not having children might influence her work as a play therapist, especially in building trust with parents. Malley expresses concerns about parents questioning her ability to help their children simply because she isn't a parent herself. I share personal anecdotes from my early career and offer insights into how to confidently navigate these situations. I explain that parents care less about credentials or personal circumstances and more about whether they can trust you to help their child. I emphasize the importance of projecting confidence, clearly articulating the principles of child-centered play therapy (CCPT), and building trust through genuine connection. Regardless of whether you're a parent, the key is to instill hope and communicate your expertise effectively, ensuring parents feel supported and reassured. Sign up for my exclusive newsletter at playtherapynow.com. Stay ahead with the latest CCPT CEU courses, personalized coaching opportunities and other opportunities you need to thrive in your CCPT practice! If you would like to ask me questions directly, check out www.ccptcollective.com, where I host two weekly Zoom calls filled with advanced CCPT case studies and session reviews, as well as member Q&A. You can take advantage of the two-week free trial to see if the CCPT Collective is right for you. Ask Me Questions: Call ‪(813) 812-5525‬, or email: brenna@thekidcounselor.com Brenna's CCPT Hub: https://www.playtherapynow.com CCPT Collective (online community exclusively for CCPTs): https://www.ccptcollective.com Podcast HQ: https://www.playtherapypodcast.com APT Approved Play Therapy CE courses: https://childcenteredtraining.com Twitter: @thekidcounselor https://twitter.com/thekidcounselor Facebook: https://facebook.com/playtherapypodcast Common References: Cochran, N., Nordling, W., & Cochran, J. (2010). Child-Centered Play Therapy (1st ed.). Wiley. VanFleet, R., Sywulak, A. E., & Sniscak, C. C. (2010). Child-centered play therapy. Guilford Press. Landreth, G.L. (2023). Play Therapy: The Art of the Relationship (4th ed.). Routledge. Bratton, S. C., Landreth, G. L., Kellam, T., & Blackard, S. R. (2006). Child parent relationship therapy (CPRT) treatment manual: A 10-session filial therapy model for training parents. Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group. Benedict, Helen. Themes in Play Therapy. Used with permission to Heartland Play Therapy Institute.

On this week's episode, I am thrilled to have Tania Johnson one of the founders at @theinstituteofchildpsychology she is a registered Psychologist & Play Therapist to celebrate and talk about their incredible book "The Parenting Handbook". All things you need to know about conscious, connected parenting.Tania specialises in play therapy and parent coaching.  She works primarily from an attachment based perspective. During our chat we discuss different styles of parenting, Reactive parenting, understanding generational trauma, patterns and how to heal our wounds, reframing discipline and much more.Head over to @instituteofchildpsych to purchase the book and follow for incredible information and knowledge around connected parenting.Much LoveDonna xoxIf you aren't already following me on insta head over to @bub2sleep for all my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting. I offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions, click here to BOOK your free 15 minute chat.I also have a nurturing, safe, non judgemental space over at Bub2sleep Motherhood Membership, come join us in there, to have unlimited questions answered, weekly live Q&A's and monthly experts in their field https://bub2sleep.com.au/motherhood-membership Much LoveDonna - Bub2sleep Produced by Sophie Jackson (@soundstreetworld)

CONTENT WARNING - language warning, discussions about domestic violence and trauma In this episode, Kristi speaks with Kate Fylan who has over 20 years experience with a Diploma in Social Worker, a qualified Counsellor and Play Therapist, primarily working within in the domestic violence, childhood sexual abuse and harmful sexualised behaviours spaces and portfolios. Kate offers an interesting viewpoint around gendered based parenting, coercive control, domestic violence, how to have conversations with your kids around these topics and repair your relationships with your children when we make mistakes. This is a great conversation for parents of children of any age about the importance of being real with them and how to have conversations with your kids around important social topics. You can follow or connect with Kate via LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/kate-fylan-41829aa2 or www.katefylan.com.au If any part of the show causes distress, please seek support and help from either the following services or from your own family doctor/psychologist or counsellor. Lifeline - 131114 Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 Service Assisting Male Survivors of Sexual Assault (SAMSSA) - (02) 6287 3935 1800 Respect - 1800 737 732 For more information or resources please visit the CAPE-AU website at www.cape-au.com.

Hey y'all! It's been a hot minute since a super fresh episode dropped!In this episode, I asked a colleague, Catherine Bass LMSW LSW, to sit with me and chat about Play Therapy. My knowledge is just the basics from when I was in my master's program and I work exclusive with adults 18 years and older. So I really wanted to know more about Play Therapy and its benefits for those kids under the age of 12 years. * * *Catherine Bass, LMCW LSW, is the founder and owner of Playful Minds Therapeutic Services, PLLC. She's a child therapist who is dedicated to providing compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to children and families, using the language of children (PLAY!). “I specialize in child therapy utilizing the power of play as a primary intervention for social emotional and/or behavioral concerns including anxiety or depression, aggression and anger management, grief and loss, life transitions, low self-esteem, general parenting support, and trauma, abuse or neglect. I believe every child and family has the right, and the ability, to succeed; and I am passionate about working as a partner with the families I serve to help them achieve their goals.”You can find more about Catherine on her website:https://www.playfulmindsqc.com Support the showWant more sweary goodness? There's now the availability of Premium Subscription for $3 a month! Click the "Support The Show" link and find out more info.* * *F*ck The Rules Podcast is produced by Evil Bambina Productions, LLC. You can find our podcast on Amazon Music/Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify and many more!***Social media/podcast episodes are not intended to replace therapy with a qualified mental health professional. All posts/episodes are for educational purposes only. If you are in need of assistance for mental health services, please check with your PCP, your insurance provider or an online therapist directory for the nearest mental health professional.*****Susan Roggendorf is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa. In addition to hosting and producing her podcast, she's running a private practice as an independent provider full-time. Susan is a National Certified Counselor through the NBCC as well as an Emergency Responder & Public Safety Certified Clinician through NERPSC. When she's not busy with all those things, Susan is usually busy annoying her adult children or gardening.

On this week's episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Principle Psychologist of Noble Psychology and Play therapist, Paula Noble. Paula is a registered psychologist and play therapist, with over 30 years' experience working with children, adolescents, and parents. Paula's early career started as a teacher in primary schools working in both Australia and Singapore. She then became a registered psychologist, working as a School Psychologist at Schools such as Cranbrook and Shore in Sydney, providing individual therapy, group intervention, educational assessments, as well as supporting school systems. Paula is also a member of the Australian Psychological Society and College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists and is a certified Lifeline counsellor. A Board Approved Supervisor with AHPRA, Paula provides supervision for provisional and registered psychologists. Currently, Paula works in private practice at Noble Psychology in North Manly where she provides therapy services, psychological, educational, and psychometric assessments, along with diagnostic assessments for ADHD, ASD and Specific Learning Disorders. Working with children and adolescents implementing CBT skills, emotional regulation techniques, sand tray work, play therapy, and behaviour modification techniques. She is also trained in the Gottman Institute's Emotion Coaching for parents, providing emotion coaching techniques to assist parents with supporting their children. A psychologist, teacher, parent and grandparent, Paula has a wealth of experience working with children and young people. She is also an avid swimmer, for her physical and mental health, loving long-distance ocean swimming.  On this week's episode Paula will be speaking about her experiences and practice working with children, adolescence, and parents all over the world including in the U.S. Providing professional support including counselling support, parenting strategies, a range of psychometric assessments, diagnosis, and intervention. Highlighting that as a child psychologist, there is so much value in supporting children at young ages especially in overcoming early challenges, building resilience, working on emotional regulation, fostering positive relationships, and learning how to thrive. So please welcome our next special guest, Paula!   Podcast Summary: 1. The effects of COVID on this generation of children 2. The impact of mobile phones, social media, and self-image for children 3. The algorithms encouraging eating disorder, body image and self-harm content 4. Supporting learning or developmental difficulties in children 5. Allowing a child to feel seen, heard and cared for 6. Supporting parents   Links to Paula: Noble Psychology Website: https://noblepsychology.com.au/   Links from the episode and to BodyMatters: BodyMatters Australasia Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bodymatters.com.au/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BodyMatters Instagram: @bodymattersau Butterfly Foundation Helpline: Call their National Helpline on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1800 33 4673⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can also ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠chat online⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠email

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I continue our summer school series, diving deep into the principles of effective play therapists as outlined in Landreth's "Innovations in play therapy: Issues, process, and special populations." book. We explore the sixth and seventh principles, which focus on trusting the child's inner direction and appreciating the gradual nature of the therapeutic process.   I discuss the importance of allowing children to lead in all areas of the relationship and resisting the urge to direct their play or conversation. This approach conveys to children that they are worthwhile and important, fostering their ability to make their own decisions. I also emphasize the need to be patient with the therapeutic process, understanding that meaningful change must come from within the child and cannot be rushed.   Throughout the episode, I draw connections between these principles and the pillars of child-centered play therapy, highlighting how they all work together to create a robust and effective framework for helping children. I share personal insights and experiences to illustrate these concepts, including common challenges therapists may face when working with children and their families.   Episode Reference: Landreth, G. L. (Ed.). (2001). Innovations in play therapy: Issues, process, and special populations. Brunner-Routledge.   Sign up for my exclusive newsletter at playtherapynow.com. Stay ahead with the latest CCPT CEU courses, personalized coaching opportunities and other opportunities you need to thrive in your CCPT practice! Ask Me Questions: Call ‪(813) 812-5525‬, or email: brenna@thekidcounselor.com Brenna's CCPT Hub: https://www.playtherapynow.com CCPT Collective (online community exclusively for CCPTs): https://www.ccptcollective.com Podcast HQ: https://www.playtherapypodcast.com APT Approved Play Therapy CE courses: https://childcenteredtraining.com Twitter: @thekidcounselor https://twitter.com/thekidcounselor Facebook: https://facebook.com/playtherapypodcast Common References: Cochran, N., Nordling, W., & Cochran, J. (2010). Child-Centered Play Therapy (1st ed.). Wiley. VanFleet, R., Sywulak, A. E., & Sniscak, C. C. (2010). Child-centered play therapy. Guilford Press. Landreth, G.L. (2023). Play Therapy: The Art of the Relationship (4th ed.). Routledge. Bratton, S. C., Landreth, G. L., Kellam, T., & Blackard, S. R. (2006). Child parent relationship therapy (CPRT) treatment manual: A 10-session filial therapy model for training parents. Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group. Benedict, Helen. Themes in Play Therapy. Used with permission to Heartland Play Therapy Institute.

Authenticity is one of the core aspects of human identity and it is cultivated in intentional ways with love and respect for self and others.  In this episode of Mindful Conversations Matt is joined by Cliff and Amanda.  As a play therapist, Amanda's perspective is so key to the this topic of authenticity.  As she states in the episode, "The book of one's identity and the formation of authenticity, is written in the first couple of chapters."  Listen to this episode for more rich content on this subject. 

On today's episode we yarn together with Anna Clarke. Anna helps us to better understand Neurodiversity affirming practice and shares her story with us. Anna and her company https://www.divergentfutures.com/ have some incredible resources and trainings on offer - check em out! Anna Clarke (they/them) Anna is a Psychologist and Play Therapist with a passion for supporting children and young people. With a background in Out of Home Care, they are passionate about the transformative powers of play in building healthier relationships and supporting emotion regulation. Anna holds a Master in Child Play Therapy and collaborates with parents, carers, schools, and stakeholders to provide collaborative care. They are passionate about early intervention, approaching behaviours through a trauma-informed and Neurodiversity-Affirming lens. Anna actively advocates for Neurodiversity-Affirming approaches to therapy. Anna is also experienced working with survivors of sexual assault and family violence. They are currently part of the Witness Intermediary Pilot Scheme within the Tasmanian Department of Justice, where they conduct communication assessments during police interviews and court proceedings. Anna is an EMDRAA Accredited Consultant and has undertaken advanced training in EMDR Therapy. Anna is an active member of the Australian EMDR Therapy community, contributing through collaborative research, facilitating a Neurodiversity-Affirming EMDR Peer Group, and providing support for therapists wishing to integrate Neurodiversity-Affirming practise into EMDR Therapy. As Co-Director of Divergent Futures, they offer education, training, and consulting in Neurodiversity-Affirming practice. Anna is an experienced public speaker, addressing topics such as violent behaviours, trauma-informed care, managing power imbalances in therapy, and strengths-based treatment for eating disorders. Outside of their professional pursuits, Anna enjoys hiking in the Tasmanian bush, reading, boxing, and art. Workshop link https://www.divergentfutures.com/training EMDR peer group link https://www.divergentfutures.com/consultation/emdr Resources link https://www.divergentfutures.com/resources

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 share tips on focusing on the child's successes and growth, offering resources and insights, and fostering a collaborative tone in conversations. By building relationships with schools and educators, we can better support children's well-being across different environments.   Ask Me Questions:  Call ‪(813) 812-5525‬, or email: brenna@thekidcounselor.com CCPT Collective (online community exclusively for CCPTs): https://ccptcollective.com Podcast HQ: https://www.playtherapypodcast.com Play Therapy Training HQ: https://www.playtherapynow.com APT Approved Play Therapy CE courses: https://childcenteredtraining.com Twitter: @thekidcounselor   https://twitter.com/thekidcounselor Facebook: https://facebook.com/playtherapypodcast   References: Cochran, N., Nordling, W., & Cochran, J. (2010). Child-Centered Play Therapy (1st ed.). Wiley. VanFleet, R., Sywulak, A. E., & Sniscak, C. C. (2010). Child-centered play therapy. Guilford Press. Landreth, G. L. (2002). Play therapy: The art of the relationship (2nd ed.). Brunner-Routledge. Bratton, S. C., Landreth, G. L., Kellam, T., & Blackard, S. R. (2006). Child parent relationship therapy (CPRT) treatment manual: A 10-session filial therapy model for training parents. Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group. Benedict, Helen. Themes in Play Therapy. Used with permission to Heartland Play Therapy Institute.

Send us a Text Message.Rose, a Play Therapist,  talks about her journey with anxiety and how this informs her work practices with clients who present with anxiety.  Anxiety is prevalent in today's society not only for children but also their parents. Rose speaks about an anxiety group for women she supported, as well as her own journey with anxiety and strategies that have helped her live with anxiety. During this podcast Rose talks about symptoms to be aware of to determine if you have anxiety, and when to reach out for help.https://mytherapyhouse.com.au/https://mytherapyhouse.com.au/rose-kollias/ danabaltutis.com, mytherapyhouse.com.au, https://mytherapyhouse.com.au/your-childs-therapy-journey/ https://www.danabaltutis.com/services

Holiday gift shopping stressing you out? We can't recommend what to get your Aunt Margaret, but we've got you covered in the toy department. Today's “Good Enough Parenting” podcast features a toy gift guide from a play therapist!  Tune in to hear the three categories of toys you want to have represented in your playroom plus favorite board games for fostering self-regulation and sibling cooperation. And don't worry – Santa is a fan of “Good Enough Parenting” so he'll make sure to deliver some toy handcuffs if Target runs out…. Happy shopping! To get Carley's free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!http://www.paceparent.com/play To get Carley's free video teaching you 4 play therapy techniques you can use TODAY to calm your emotional child and bring joy and freedom back to family life click here!http://www.paceparent.com/play And follow her @CarleyCounsels on FB & IG!

In Part 3 of our Homeschooling Series, we bust open one of the biggest myths surrounding homeschooling: how will my child be socialised?We both share our personal experiences on this, as well as share the evidence and research surrounding how children socialise, and how Western culture has created an artificial 'socialisation' that was not evident in hunter-gatherer societies.We are discuss:- how schools and preschools can be detrimental to a child's social development- the freedom and choice that comes from homeschooling- the harm of segregated education for children - as seen in the schooling system- how mixed-aged education promotes better social development, higher literacy and numeracy skills, and more compassionate and kind children- plus so much moreResources Mentioned:Episode 35 with Peter GrayEpisode 52 with Steph & Nic on Kinship ConnectionArticle - The Special Value of Age-Mixed Play I: How Age Mixing Promotes Learning by Dr Peter GrayArticle - Age-Mixed Play II: Its Benefits for Social Development by Dr Peter GrayArticle - Age-Mixed Play III: Play is More Playful When it is Age-Mixed by Dr Peter GrayABOUT STEPH:Steph is a Level 2 Aware Parenting Instructor, Early Childhood Educator, Play Therapist and Parenting Support Counsellor. She has worked with parents and children for over a decade. With degrees and qualifications in psychology, counselling and early childhood education, Steph is extremely passionate about child development, trauma, attachment and neuroscience. She works with parents and educators from around the world, supporting them through 1:1 mentoring sessions and online courses. As well as co-operating a Family Day Care alongside her husband.ABOUT NIC:Nic is a Level 1 Aware Parenting Instructor and Marion Method Mentor. Nic is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with parents from around the world. She loves supporting children and parents navigate challenges at school.KINSHIP CONNECTION with Steph & Nic:Steph and Nic are incredibly excited to introduce you to something that we are so passionate about; Kinship Connection. This is a safe, supportive and accepting space for children aged 6-12 years old and their families. To find out more click here.If you would like us to respond to any of your reflections, queries or questions during an episode in this homeschooling series, please feel free to contact Steph or Nic on Instagram @spirited_hearts or @peacefulparenting and Steph's website or Nic's website.

In this engaging episode, Lisa Dion brings together three guests that are near-and-dear to her heart: Michelle Wayman, Mili Shoemaker, and Lisa Walton. All three are either Certified Synergetic Play Therapists or Certified Synergetic Play Providers and are joining her from diverse corners of the world - Argentina, Australia and the United States. Together, they embark on a profound exploration of the intricate connections between the therapist and their clients, with a particular emphasis on the intriguing question of why therapists seem to attract the clients they do. Have you ever found yourself wondering why certain clients gravitate towards you? Have you ever noticed patterns where clients with similar struggles appear in waves on your caseload? Or, that you have clients struggling with the same type of challenges? If so, perhaps this isn't just a coincidence! In this episode, Lisa and these amazing therapists explore the multifaceted reasons behind the client-therapist connection. They discuss how therapists often manifest clients who reflect aspects of their own experiences and challenges, shedding light on the idea that the clients we attract serve as mirrors, guiding us toward self-discovery and growth. Join us as we delve into: Why the clients who enter our therapeutic spaces are not random and what they reveal to us about our own journeys. How our clients are actually our teachers, mirroring back reflections of our own experiences that we might be avoiding or haven't yet integrated. Why countertransference is not something to fear, but actually something we can embrace to be better therapists for our clients.  How having an understanding of why we attract the clients we do can transform our work, infusing it with curiosity and self-awareness and offering our clients deeper experiences of co-regulation and healing. It's a phenomenon that indeed warrants introspection. In this enlightening discussion, you'll discover that clients are not just recipients of therapy—they are our teachers. The moment we gain awareness about why we attract certain clients, we embark on a journey of self-discovery that enriches both our professional practice and personal growth.  This podcast episode is dedicated to every one of our little mirrors who have walked into our therapy spaces and showed up in our lives … helping reveal to us our unfinished business so we can know where to shine the spotlight, where to do our own work, and where to keep healing within ourselves … and offering us the gift of healing within ourselves in order for us to keep showing up for our others in more expansive and meaningful ways

Original Air Date: July 5, 2022 We're resharing this fabulous conversation between Lisa and Carmen Jimenez-Pride to talk about Internal Family Systems (IFS) and how to incorporate it in the playroom! In this episode, Carmen, a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor and an Internal Family Systems therapist herself, shares how the Internal Family Systems framework  offers a really cool way to hold the client's experience in the playroom, as well as our experience as therapists. Whether you are or aren't familiar with IFS, you will definitely want to have a listen!  Here's a few things you'll hear discussed in this conversation:  What IFS looks like in the playroom and for our child clients; How to help your clients build a relationship with all parts of themselves (e.g., exiles, protectors, and firefighters); How to support the client in fully embracing all aspects of themselves and the experiences that made them who they are;  How to share the IFS work with parents/caregivers and how to help parents understand their own parts and protective systems;  How to recognize our parts as therapists and how they can show up in the playroom as well; and One of the biggest lies that play therapists may tell themselves and how this can be so challenging to our own emotional wellbeing. Plus, you'll hear a funny story about Carmen … how she did not want to be a therapist - What?!  And how she did end up starting her clinical and play therapist journey. On behalf of the field, thanks Carmen for going this direction and all you've been doing for communities, families and kids!  You're such an inspiration to so many! *Don't know Carmen yet? …. She's the founder and Executive Director of Outspoken Counseling and Consulting and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, Certified EMDR Therapist, Internal Family Systems Therapist, Registered Yoga Teacher, Registered Children Yoga Teacher, Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator, and LEGO® Serious Play® Facilitator. She's an international speaker, award-winning best-selling author, and business consultant, as well as a visionary in the play therapy community. You may also recognize her for creating the Diversity in Play Therapy Summit, which has brought together so many brilliant minds working to effect change within the practice of play therapy by increasing cultural awareness and cultural competence for healers working with diverse populations. Podcast Resources:  Synergetic Play Therapy Institute Synergetic Play Therapy Learning Website FREE Resources to support you on your play therapy journey  Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach to Integrating Intensity * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and invite your friends/fellow colleagues to join us.

Welcome to the first episode of Raw Health Rebel's new season! I am so excited for this episode because on a personal level I can't quite explain how much Emma and Eleanor from the Reconnected have helped me on my healing journey - it was an absolute honour to have them both on.  With a unique blend of science and spirituality, Emma and Eleanor are the co-founders of a global movement known as The Reconnected. Family Counsellor, Play Therapist and Breathworker Eleanor together with Self Published Author, Kundalini Yoga Teacher, Breathworker and Theta Healer Emma, have built a community of families that are changing the course of their children's future, co-regulating more effectively, and forming new patterns in their homes. We discuss how the mother's central nervous system is so important to the entire household and how our body remembers everything, even if consciously we don't. We discuss how we can release subconscious emotions and  trauma and even use these methods  to up level us to the next stage of wellbeing. We discuss how we connect with our children and the profound experience that I had when I implemented The Reconnected's connected play with my daughter and integrating it with homeopathy.We also talk about children in this new earth, whether they are becoming more strong willed or sensitive, or is there something bigger going on? Make sure you sign up to the FREE Kids Nervous System Reset - starts October 16th 2023.  This will help you to create true regulation for your kids, a state where they feel safe, calm and think about themselves and their world in a positive way. https://thereconnected.com/kids-nervous-system-reset/ RECONNECTED PARENTING COURSE - starts 30th October 2023What if you could become the parent you've always wanted to be, in just 6 weeks? Not the perfect parent (because that doesn't exist), but the present parent who is fully equipped with proven tools and practices that allow you to break old patterns, ditch the guilt, bring calm to the chaos, and connect with your child in a deep, peaceful, magical way. You can exhale now. You've found what you've been searching for. We call this Reconnected Parenting, and it's as soul-shifting and life-changing as it sounds. https://thereconnected.com/reconnected-parenting/ To connect with Emma on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newearth.mama/ To connect with Eleanor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleanorbreathe To connect with The Reconnected on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_reconnected/ To connect with Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisastrbac Music: Buddha by Kontest

Original Air Date: February 1, 2022 OMG! - the synergy between Lisa and this guest is … well, let's just say, it's like getting an opportunity to eavesdrop on a beautiful conversation between two brilliant minds! (... and we just couldn't help share this podcast episode again :) Kim Barthel is an award winning Occupational Therapist, teacher, and best-selling author who has successfully merged play, Polyvagal Theory and Sensory Processing. Tune in and discover: *Ways to more deeply understand the body, nervous system activation, and what it looks like in your client; *How to truly understand a child client's behavior at a deeper level (hint: it has to do with perception and body movement); *How to visibly identify confirmation that something has integrated in the child (e.g., their moments of empowerment or deep connection to themselves); *The biggest misunderstanding about the autonomic nervous system; and *What regulation truly means, how it's connected to the body, and ideas for how to regulate more through your own body. Listen to today's episode and “geek out” with Lisa and Kim on a topic that they both love dearly - Learn how to safely help a child be in their “vessel” and to access a more flexible, adaptable, socially connected, engaged, and playful response through the body. *Kim Barthel's mission is to support the conscious evolution of the human spirit. Kim is an award-winning occupational therapist, multi-disciplinary teacher and best-selling author who is active in supporting people in many contexts globally. She is passionate about understanding complex behavior, neurobiology, trauma-sensitive practice, attachment and mental health. Kim has 37+ years of practice in helping people to be their best selves. Join her for her online series - Trauma-Sensitive Practice. Podcast Resources:  Synergetic Play Therapy Institute Synergetic Play Therapy Learning Website FREE Resources to support you on your play therapy journey  Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach to Integrating Intensity * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and invite your friends/fellow colleagues to join us.

Original Air Date: April 26, 2022 In this Lessons from the Playroom podcast from August 2022, Lisa clarifies one of the biggest misconceptions out there right now for parents and therapists - that regulation means being CALM. ...You've likely heard the idea that a child needs a calm adult in order to regulate - that in order to regulate, the adult needs to be and stay calm - or that an adult's "calm" presence is the answer to regulating a child when they are dysregulated. But if you've ever tried to truly stay calm when a child is activated, screaming, throwing a tantrum, doing something scary, or even shutting down and withdrawing, you know that it's actually really hard to be or stay calm (... nearly impossible) because inside you're likely feeling your own activation and states of dysregulation.   So what do we do instead? ....  Join Lisa is this discussion and learn: What regulation is and what it isn't (defining regulation in relation to the autonomic nervous system); How to access our ventral state in the midst of a child's dysregulation; What regulation (and co-regulation) really looks like in the moment (... hint: it's not to calm them down or try to look calm as the adult to calm them down); Why regulation is not better than dysregulation (calm is not better than mad or anxious for example) - it's all information and both are necessary for integration and learning how to regulate; How the impulse to get a child to "calm down" has very little to do with the child and everything to do with us and our inability in the moment to access our ventral state; The key to not setting ourselves up for shame and helplessness as parents/caregivers and therapists when our children or child clients are dysregulated, flooded, and overwhelmed;  A new definition of emotional intelligence and a new way to cultivate emotional intelligence for children by helping them connect to themselves and access their ventral in the midst of all that activation.  Let's put the word "calm" in the drawer for a little while ... Not forever because calm is an important state of the nervous system and just as important as all the other ones ... But just for a little while because we've become overly attached to the word...  … And consider replacing "calm" with the word "connect." - To connect to ourselves in our own moments of dysregulation and when we're with a child that is starting to get activated and dysregulated. And next time we read or hear something that says a child needs a calm adult when they're having a hard time or are dysregulated, pause for a second and understand that what a child really needs is an adult that can connect to ventral, to themselves, be honest about their internal experience, not need to runaway from it, but knows how to be in it without losing themselves - not for the adult to pretend they are calm when inside they're having a really challenging time.  Podcast Resources:  Synergetic Play Therapy Institute Synergetic Play Therapy Learning Website FREE Resources to support you on your play therapy journey  Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach to Integrating Intensity * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and invite your friends/fellow colleagues to join us.

I chat with Sophia Ansari Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Play Therapist. Sophia and I, discussed what is Play Therapy, how to become a Play Therapist, and being a BIPoC Therapist. We also talk about how Geek therapy with our clients, and our enjoyment of Ms. Marvel. So please enjoy, and share... Link: Let's Play Therapy Institute visit,?https://letsplaytherapy.org/

Masa kanak-kanak seharusnya masa yang menyenangkan. Namun, kadang tanpa sepengetahuan orangtua, interaksi anak dengan orang lain tidak berjalan baik, diwarnai pertengkaran hingga perundungan. Seperti yang belum lama terjadi di Temanggung. Seorang siswa SMP korban perundungan diduga melakukan pembakaran sekolah. Data Sistem Informasi Online (SIMFONI) yang dikumpulkan oleh Kementerian Pemberdayaan Perempuan dan Perlindungan Anak, menunjukkan di tahun 2021 kasus kekerasan terhadap anak di sekolah mencapai 600 kasus dengan jumlah korban sebanyak 700-an anak. Apa yang harus dilakukan untuk melindungi anak dari perundungan? Kita akan perbincangkan ini di Ruang Publik KBR, bersama kedua narasumber kita pagi ini. Ada Didiek Santosa, Perencana Ahli Madya pada Asisten Deputi Perlindungan Khusus Anak dari Kekerasan, Kementerian Pemberdayaan Perempuan dan Perlindungan Anak (KemenPPPA) dan Amanda Margia Wiranata, Psikolog Klinis dan Play Therapist. *Kami ingin mendengar saran dan komentar kamu terkait podcast yang baru saja kamu simak, melalui surel ke podcast@kbrprime.id

Episode 95 and my guest this week is Cathy O'Byrne who is an experienced and accredited Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist and Play Therapist, now specialising in Compassionate and Empowering Parent Support. Cathy has worked as a primary school teacher, trainer and facilitator and psychotherapist in various settings. She works from a systemic integrative and humanistic perspective, using creative approaches to resource and empower parents towards great awareness, confidence, knowledge and presence in their parenting. Cathy has designed and delivered training and workshops for primary and secondary school communities as trauma informed ways of teaching, relating to and supporting young people who have experienced trauma and childhood adversity. Cathy advocates very strongly for the power of the relationship when working with young people and their families. She also lectures part-time on the Masters of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy and Play Therapy at Children's Centre in Limerick. In this episode we spoke about Feeling the feelings Real life parenting Children mirror us Stay connected to your values Anxiety & emotional overwhelm as a parent Having a support network Having compassion for yourself Being honest with yourself & your children Quality time Parenting Pods - sharing and supporting Triggers & Fears Well-being & emotional awareness The power of acceptance You can connect to Cathy through her website www.theswallowstrail.com Follow her on Instagram Facebook & LinkedIn --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sharonfitzmaurice/message

I talk to a lot of play therapists, and I review a lot of sessions. I get a version of a question from everyone I interact with who is looking for advice in their play therapy practice: What is the one thing I need to know to be a better play therapist?   After thinking about that, it finally dawned on me that many play therapists are not as effective as they could be during their play sessions when they deviate from the child-centered model. So I'm going to make a bold statement... Deviation is the "death" of child-centered play therapy.   So the "one thing" you should know is don't deviate from the child-centered model. It's that simple. It's hard, but it's simple, and I explain the framework for staying true to the child-centered model in this episode.   In this episode, I talk about the following topics: What deviation looks like in the playroom What deviation does in the playroom Why do we deviate in the first place   Podcast HQ: https://www.playtherapypodcast.com Play Therapy Training HQ: https://www.playtherapynow.com Email me: brenna@thekidcounselor.com Follow me on Twitter: @thekidcounselor   https://twitter.com/thekidcounselor

Sheryl Ziegler, Psy.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Play Therapist in private practice. She is the author of Mommy Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children in the Process. In this important episode, we talk about what keeps parents up at night when it comes to feeling over-whelmed and burned out while raising teens. Key Takeaways New research indicates that the biggest concern parents have today is about their teen's mental health. The adolescent brain is wired to seek out reward by engaging in high-risk behavior. Parents still have the most influence over their teens. Even though your teen may suggest differently, they are listening to you. Your voice is in their head. Parents need to talk with their teens about their family values. What's ok and what's not Parents can learn to collaborate with other parents who are trusted confidants to talk about the issues at hand. Smart phones and online engagement is one of the biggest contributors to teen mental health concerns. Their brain can be inundated with stressful information about worldwide issues that they are not equipped to process. Social media is an addiction. When your teen is ready to talk, it's important for you to be there for them. Puberty is happening at an earlier age for most kids and they are experiencing body changes at a time when their brain is not ready to understand the changes. Sponsored by Lessons in Leadership Resources DrSherylZiegler.com StartwiththeTalk.com Sheryl's Book: Mommy Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Like and Raise Healthier Children in the Process

Dina and Carley dish about how the sensory experiences and early exposure to flavors and cultures can affect our eating habits, growing up in their respective grandmothers' houses, and focusing on specialty areas of practice. Carley Aroldi (she/her) is the founder of Peaceful Parenting (www.peacefulparentingnj.com) in the New York Metropolitan area. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and child/family play therapist, Carley understands the importance of early childhood experiences in shaping how we view the world and ourselves in it. Carley holds a B.A. in film and media studies from Fordham University, an M.A. in Mental Health Counseling, and a Post-Master's Graduate Certificate in Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health from Montclair State University. She recently completed her tenure as a board member on the New Jersey Association of Infant Mental Health. While maintaining a private clinical practice, Carley also leads corporate trainings, facilitates specialized group work, and consults with diverse organizations on a variety of mental health issues. Her areas of expertise include mindfulness and self-reflective functioning, trauma-informed practices, and the power of play and creativity. Follow Carley at @carleycounsels on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/carleycounsels/) or Carley Aroldi, LPC on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/peacefulparentingnj). If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with others! You can also submit listener feedback or request to be a guest on a future episode by completing this form: ⁠https://forms.gle/7UZ2kEPDHjBgLhRU9⁠. Help support this podcast for as little as $0.99/month: ⁠https://anchor.fm/dishwithdina/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dishwithdina/support

New EasYoga Podcast Episode112 - Join Gemma in this episode where she talks to special guest Anne Maxwell.Anne is a play therapist and family therapist, She finds that healing is a family affair, and she includes parents as an integral part of their child's therapy. She specialises in trauma, attachment, adoption, blended families, difficult and severe behaviours, as well as parenting, and issues stemming from any and all of the above. She loves working with children and their parents and families. Children seem to have an innate sense of what needs to happen in order for healing to occur, and, when given the opportunity, are able to shift and change. When parents become involved, the whole family can shift.You can find more about Anne here:https://annemaxwelllcsw.com/Easyoga Podcast was voted #3 of the Best 15 UK Yoga Podcasts by Feedspot in October 2021. Go check it out. https://blog.feedspot.com/uk_yoga_podcasts/Podcast Ad's Affiliate LinksGrab yourself a coupon code to the affiliate links below.Confused Girl LA use code 'Yogigemma' at the checkouthttps://confusedgirlinthecity.com/Zencore Yoga use code 'Yogigemma15' at the checkouthttps://zencoreyoga.com/Tovi Gifts use code 'Yogigemma10' at the checkouthttps://tovigifts.com/Have a great day and as always, let me know your thoughts by leaving a comment below also please make sure to subscribe to this podcast.Did You Know...That You Only Need To Move Your Body For 30 Minutes Per Day 3 Times Per Week To Feel Awesome And Shift That Stressed Weight.Discover The #1 Secret Which Is 100% FREE!https://www.easyoga.co.uk/accessnow100percentfreeHave a great day and as always, let me know your thoughts by leaving a comment below also please make sure to subscribe to this podcast.Connect with Gemma via her website and social platforms:Calendly Link https://calendly.com/gemmahayleyniceEasYoga Website is : https://www.easyoga.co.ukParadise Movement Website: https://paradisemovement.caSocial Platforms:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gemmahayleynice/Pintrest – https://www.pinterest.co.uk/GemmaHayleyNice/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3AzNc6oBLzanU-MgZsd-6ATwitter – https://twitter.com/GemmaHayleyNiceLinkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/

Rashidah Fido have ten years of social work experience in a number of diversified settings such as a maternity ward, youth crime prevention and child and adolescent mental health.    She is a mental health accredited social worker, and have engaged in professional development in traditional talk therapies such as Action and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Learn to Play progarm and expressive therapies of sandplay and sandtray. Also, conduct social work supervision at all sites as well as online for early year social work practitioners (ie those that have up to 3 years of social work experience).    Rashidah began her own small business, Lionhearted Counselling, in August 2022. Lionhearted's Counselling focus is to integrate creativity into the therapy room. She work with children and young people from the ages of 9 to 21 and travel to the areas of Ballarat, Creswick and Maryborough.    The aim is to also travel out to do pop ups in different towns to advertise her business this summer and potentially workshops related to school attendance etc.    Connect with Rashidah: https://lionheartedcounselling.com/   Learn More About:  Unleashing Creativity: How Play Therapy Inspires Healing in Rural Victoria, Australia Travel Considerations: Taking into consideration the extreme weather in Australia from the winter floods, to bush fires, to dodging kangaroos at night Rural Adventures: Navigating Cultural Diversity and Community Engagement   Have you heard of Alma? As you may know, I have a variety of resources available to therapists who want to build insurance in their private practice. I have a comprehensive membership to teach you how to build on your own. But I also refer mental health practitioners to companies like Alma who can do your billing for you if you don't want to hire billers or do it on your own. If this sounds like the kind of support you need in your insurance-based private practice, consider joining Alma to get the tools and support you need to manage and grow your private practice accept insurance, and focus on what matters most delivering high-quality care to your clients.    My personal referral link is here if you want to schedule an appointment and check them out: https://helloalma.com/for-providers/?grsf=kimberly-wqqc1l     Connect with me: Instagram: TheTravelingTherapist_Kym  Signup to learn more about life as Traveling Therapist: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/l2v7c3  The Traveling Therapist Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/  Bill Like A Boss Insurance Billing Community: https://kymtolson.kartra.com/page/blab Subscribe to the Podcast Apple iTunes | Spotify | Google Podcast | Stitcher | Amazon | Castbox

Have you ever wondered if your child is struggling with anxiety? I'm talking to Jeanette Razo-Gonzales, a registered Play Therapist, a licensed clinical social worker, certified EMDR Therapist, and a Foundational Theraplay Practitioner who has some amazing ideas and tips to share on the subject of anxiety in children.   Jeanette and I are discussing the signs you can look out for that point toward anxiety in children, the different modalities of play therapy, how you can use those at home or in a classroom, and the science behind why play therapy is an incredibly useful tool to help kids with trauma and emotional responses.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://planningplaytime.com/16 Help us unlock some fun surprises for you and your kiddo to celebrate the podcast launch! Find out how here: https://planningplaytime.com/podcastlaunch/

This week Julie and Chrissa are joined by Caitlin Belden, a BHIS counselor at Heart and Solutions in the Waterloo and Grundy Center areas. In this episode, get a peak into what BHIS sessions can look like, Caitlin's future plans to pursue becoming a registered Play Therapist, and some of Caitlin's experiences seeing both counselor and psychiatrist. To start behavioral or mental health services in Iowa call Heart and Solutions at (800) 531-4236. Connect with Heart and Solutions online at: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HeartandSolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2dWKD6TenIMIC76ctq21YN Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPmrcmi5HUINpWEjHfHzTnQ/featured Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouNeedaCounselor Heart and Solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heartandsolutions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you_need_a_counselor/ Web: http://www.heartandsolutions.net

In this episode, I'm taking a break from the regular curriculum to answer some questions that have come in from listeners. One of the questions that I get consistently is what do I do when I'm not supported as a play therapist at my work?   So I talk about how to handle this situation and we go over the following points: Don't doubt yourself Advocate for yourself and your model Educate for your model Give assessments to prove the efficacy   Podcast HQ: https://www.playtherapypodcast.com Email me: brenna@thekidcounselor.com Follow me on Twitter: @thekidcounselor   https://twitter.com/thekidcounselor

Kate is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (Australian Association of Social Workers) and a Play Therapist. She began her Social Work career in frontline Child Protection - assessing risk to children, working with children and families to reduce risk, and where necessary, placement of children in out-of-home care. Kate is trained and experienced in forensic risk assessments and investigative interviewing and has presented evidence in Children's Court, Family Law Court, and Criminal Court. She has managed a team of child protection workers before going into private practice.She graduated from Trinity College Dublin (TCD) in 2001 with a Bachelor's In Social Work. Kate completed a Post Graduation Diploma qualifying her as a Play Therapist in 2006 awarded by Play Therapy International (PTI) and the University of Canterbury. She holds a current registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and is an Approved Victim's Services Counsellor.Since going into private practice in 2010, Kate has worked in Cara House, Juvenile Justice, and now in Sydney's Northern Beaches. Kate's area of work includes parenting support following abuse of a child, individual trauma therapy, and her areas of expertise include Childhood Sexual Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Intimate Partner Violence (recovering parent, child). Kate is experienced in working with perpetrators of violence and children who have engaged in inappropriate sexualized behaviors. Kate worked extensively within a trauma framework with female juvenile offenders who were in detention.Kate is a published author and has presented locally and internationally. She has taken part in acclaimed podcasts in the field of trauma. She provides training with regard to engaging difficult families, parenting post violence, and safety work for children and parents. She is a Clinical Supervisor for both Social Workers and Play Therapist.In This EpisodeKate on FacebookKate on episode 335 of The Trauma Therapist | PodcastThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

In this episode, we chat to psychotherapist and play therapist, Hayley Rice, about how playing can be used as a form of therapy to overcome everything from the arrival of a new baby in the house to more serious traumas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wondering what bibliotherapy is or how to incorporate it in your client sessions? Lisa has invited another special guest to talk about using bibliotherapy with kids. Althea T. Simpson is the founder of Brighter Day Therapeutic Solutions and Unicorn Life Training. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, Certified LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Facilitator, and host of the podcast Chronicles of a Play Therapist. She's all about innovative solutions for mental health and her creativity has been such a blessing and inspiration to the play therapy field (thank you Althea!).  In this episode, discover how all books can be therapeutic and the many ways to be creative in using bibliotherapy with your clients including:  How bibliotherapy helps children find their way through psychological, emotional, and social problems; How to choose books relevant to a client's personal situation and developmental needs;  How to use bibliotherapy through a Teletherapy platform; and How to engage children in activities that help them reflect on what they read, including art-based expressions, LEGO, sand tray, journal writing, and group discussion. Althea also shares some of the books that she loves to have in her playroom including the book she would have if she could only have one book. Plus, learn about her own recently published book - "Hurt to Healing: Child Witnesses of Domestic Violence and Their Invisible Injuries" and how it blended her professional and personal life experiences.   * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and invite your friends/fellow colleagues to join us.  *

In this week's episode I wanted to talk to everyone directly. I recently enjoyed another birthday, and felt I should share some of the lessons I've learned overtime as a Play Therapist.I explain 3 basic practices, applicable not only in our work, but also in our daily lives as human beings. When was the last time you had a chance to reflect on your life? Maybe today's episode can help you to refresh and reorient yourself in preparation for the wonderful experiences we all have ahead of us.Interested in socializing with other Therapists in the Play Therapy Community? Here's our facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/playtherapycommunity Ready to take your EMDR practice to the next level? Join the EMDR Learning Community https://emdr-learning.com/share/TzabloXTllAx8cpw?utm_source=manual  Check out the Beyond Healing Community https://beyondhealingcommunity.com/share/fHxpN42T3SaHAAh9?utm_source=manual 

Andrea Stephenson has a Masters in Social Work from Washington University. She is a licensed play therapist. She is the Founder of Simply Outrageous Youth which is designed to utilize innovative and exciting methods of teaching business, financial, and life skills to 4th – 8th grade students. She is also the author of 6 children's books that are designed to help parents and guardians teach their children life skills such as reading, writing, financial literacy, and science at an early age. Through her teaching strategies her son was able to write the letters and numbers and do multiplication by the age of three and author his first book at 6 years old. - (simplyoutrageousyouth.org) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastermine-mrg/message

The My Family Coach podcasts covers every aspect of children's behaviour, all in handy 15 minute (ish) bite-sized chunks. Each episode features a new guest chatting about a different aspect of behaviour and leaves you with three handy tips to use at home. In this episode, expert guest, Sonia Murray, talks to Clare about play in relation to child development, and how play can be seen as a language in children. Sonia holds a Diploma in Social Work, is a registered Play Therapist with the British Association of Play Therapists (BAPT), and is a Strategic Attachment Lead for Schools with Brighton University. She has 30 years of experience as a practitioner in the fields of social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties, trauma, attachment, and children's mental health. Sonia also runs parenting programmes and is a coach for My Family Coach. If you enjoy an episode and want to learn more, take a look at our other helpful resources on the My Family Coach website. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast to receive updates on new episodes.

In this podcast, Sara shares her own personal history with trauma, depression, and anxiety, and introduces what she has learned about the different ways children cope with trauma. Why do some children have hairpin triggers, lashing out at their classmates, teachers, and virtually anyone else who tries to set limits on their behavior? On the other hand, why are some children “walled off,” aloof, or mostly disconnected from others, socially?Humans are social beings, and we all need other people. When children experience scary, stressful situations in their lives, this can impact the ways they relate to others, and we see this regularly with some children who have great difficulty adapting to basic Pre-K expectations. The Polyvagal Theory provides a framework for understanding the many complex behaviors teachers are faced with on a daily basis, as well as the most helpful ways for responding to them. So in this podcast, we look at the different response patterns that are built-in to all of us, and how things like abuse, neglect, or chronically high-stress levels can set children up for some very maladaptive social behaviors. We also talk about the primary solution to helping these children adapt and learn how to interact in more socially acceptable ways.Make sure you tune in to this podcast, share it with colleagues, as we discover the inner secrets of being Every Child's Champion!(Refer to the Chapter Markers tab for time-stamped highlights)Thank you so much for joining us on today's episode. If you liked listening to this episode, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE!On Apple Podcasts On Spotify      On Google PodcastsMake sure you'll never miss out, Children's Champions!!!Even better if you could also join our Facebook Page to share your thoughts and let usfire your sparks, dear Champions!Have you missed the last episode?Take a listen here →A Play Therapist's Perspective on the Impacts of Trauma on Children's Behavior, Ep22

“You need to work on building your relationship with that child.” How many times have you heard this from a supervisor or coach, when trying to get support for dealing with extremely challenging behavior? What more do we have to DO, beyond what we do with all students? Our guest today will answer this question, as we explore the reasons why the RELATIONSHIP you build with a challenging child is the  KEY to healing their heart and changing their behavior. In today's podcast, play therapist Megan Wolf expands our understanding of how things like abuse, neglect, and dangerous home environments can impair children's ability to form relationships and get along with others. Megan is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Missouri who works with all ages of children, and their families. Her caseload includes some of the most challenging kids who have experienced abuse, neglect, developmental trauma, severe medical issues or disability.Developmental trauma is the cumulative impact of chronic, high levels of stress and fear. These experiences can elicit strong feelings and physical reactions that impact children's development and cause major disruptions in their behavior and their ability to form relationships. As teachers, we can provide immediate aid to these children in ways that are fun and helpful for the child. This episode is going to open our eyes to some simple but very effective methods of building relationships, calming, and building social skills with some of our most challenging children.Make sure you tune in to this podcast, share it with colleagues, as we discover the inner secrets of beingEvery Child's Champion!(Refer to the Chapter Markers tab for time-stamped highlights)About Megan WolfMegan Wolf is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Missouri. She got her MSW from Washington University in St. Louis Brown School of Social Work, and her undergraduate degree was from Augustana College in Illinois in sociology and social welfare.Megan works with lots of different types of families and lots of different types of kiddos. She does early intervention and deals with children who have developmental delays, medical issues, and disabilities. She also helps parents work through that. She practices play therapy with some of those children, specifically the children who've had mental or medical traumas who are in foster care or were in the foster care system and subsequently were adopted. She helps these kiddos survive to learn some skills and to learn how to regulate their bodies and deal with their traumas.____________________________________________________________Thank you so much for joining us on today's episode. If you liked listening to this episode, don't forget to SUBSCRIBE!On Apple PodcastsOn Spotify On Google PodcastsMake sure you'll never miss out, Children's Champions!!! Even better if you could also join our Facebook Page to share your thoughts and let us fire your sparks, dear Champions!Have you missed the last episode?Take a listen here →Children and Trauma: A Look at Resilience in Early Childhood Development, with Allen Rosales, Ep21

How can you make the holiday time less stressful and more delightful? In this episode, we are chatting about the challenges of the holiday season. We will cover some easy to implement strategies that will give you AND your children opportunities to be Perfectlywhelmed & Freakishly Well Behaved even during this time of year. Join our honest informed conversation and leave the constant hustle behind and pause with us for 30minutes. I am joined by Faye Swett again (HOORAY) to get more in depth with becoming PERFECTLY-WHELMED. Faye is a full-time marketing professional with more side hustles than she can count, including her lifestyle & beauty blog, RipCurrent (@ripcurrentblog). Her perspective as a 20-something year old in a fast-paced society will serve to reinforce our conversation around what we COULD do versus what we SHOULD do. Author, Professor, Mental Health Counselor, Play Therapist, International Speaker, & Mom-- Dr. Mullen has learned from the thousands of children she has worked with insights and actions necessary for parenting that will lead to the behavior and attitude changes you are looking for with your children.  You can have Freakishly Well Behaved Kids too, for more practical and thought-provoking ideas check out  Raising Freakishly Well Behaved Kids: 20 principles for being the parent your child needs  (for the ebook click here) Remember to check out NAUGHTY NO MORE an activity book to help kids make better decisions. When kids feel good, they behave that way!  

Have you heard of comprehensive energy psychology? How can energy work combine with psychotherapy? How can therapists use these techniques to maintain their energy in session? MEET STACEY SHAPIROhttps://staceybshapiro.com/ (Stacey Shapiro) has been on a mission to assist families and therapists in finding peace. She has spent the last 20 years developing an intuitive and integrative approach to her work as a Clinical Social Worker, Play Therapist, and Master Life Coach. She specializes in anxiety and trauma amongst children, teens, and adults. Stacey's down-to-earth style, collaborative and intuitive nature make it easy for her clients to find success. Currently, she is in private practice through tele-mental health. Her extensive work history includes teaching classes on Play Therapy and Human Development and Family Studies. Currently, she is running a https://awarenesscoachingllc.com/mhp-program (coaching program for self-care and awakening) for mental health therapists. She is also developing a parent coaching program, called the https://awarenesscoachingllc.com/peace (P.E.A.C.E. program). Visit https://staceybshapiro.com/ (Stacey Shapiro's practice) website and the https://www.awarenesscoachingllc.com/ (Awareness Coaching) website. Connect with Stacey on https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceybshapiro (LinkedIn) and check out her profile on https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/groups/self-care-program-for-mental-health-therapists/139231 (Psychology Today). Resources for mental health therapists: Freebie: https://link.omni-matic.com/widget/form/4GRTtQ3CNPQfqqxgNeIp (Receive the Advance Therapist Self-Care Workbook) https://link.omni-matic.com/widget/form/AC7nPi6Zte1fjD69f5Xu (Take the quiz to find out if your routine includes the self-care you need, if you're starting to feel stressed, or if you're totally burned out.) You will access the meditation and self-care workbook on the results page. https://awarenesscoachingllc.com/mhp-program (Sign up for the 5-Week Self Care and Awakening Program). IN THIS PODCAST:Comprehensive energy psychology Using EFT in therapy Biofield Stacey's advice to new holistic counselors *Disclaimer: wash hands prior to doing and energy work and run it by your doctor. Comprehensive energy psychologyComprehensive energy psychology works on three energy systems: 1 – Meridians 2 – Chakras 3 – Biofields They are using muscle testing to ask the body where there might be stuck energy and the belief is that all negative emotions are just stuck energy and if we can move the energy, which comes first, then we can move the memories and the sensations people are feeling in their body which helps them bring in the cognitive peace. (Stacey Shapiro) Using this combined approach of energy work and bodily sensations to move through stagnant emotions can enable the psychotherapeutic process to go more smoothly. Using EFT in therapyCertified therapists can use EFT tapping and conscious word pairings in therapy if their client is open to it. A combination of tapping and word pairing is most effective in regulating an anxious person. Tapping is a way to regulate energy flow throughout the body and conscious word pairings help to calm someone down by expressing how they feel. For example: “I am anxious about this event however I know I will be safe on the other side”. Conscious word pairings help a client to validate their current feeling while placing their future in a comfortable setting, in a place where the current anxiety has ended, and they feel calm. BiofieldYour biofield, also known as the aura, is your circle of energy. You can consciously expand it or bring it closer to you when you feel like you are being impacted by the negative energies of other people around you. Some quick tips on cleansing your aura: - Using sound - Using your hands, place them in front of you and imagine your aura stops where your hands reach - Use visualization and your imagination to think of waterfalls to...

Amy is passionate about helping others heal their hearts from past hurts - through the use of research and evidence based practices infused with the latest neuroscience research. She has personal and professional experience with adoption, developmental trauma and other developmental disabilities. She is a self-proclaimed "brain geek" and continuously finds fun ways to incorporate the latest neuroscience research into evidence-based practices specializing in the effects of early trauma or neglect on the brain and the best ways to help children and teenagers heal. She is the author of "Toby the Tiger Tamer" and the developer of the Tame Your Tiger Brain Training Program.​ Amy is the 2021 Play Therapist of the Year for the state of Virginia. Additionally, Amy will hold a 2021 Endorsement from The Virginia Association for Infant Mental Health; Category III Infant Mental Health Specialist (IMHS).Amy is not currently taking new clients. She is supervising the Heart & Mind team, providing workshops, adoptive parent coaching, and supervision for therapists for licensure as a MFT in VA, play therapist and consultations.Here are links to her book:https://www.amazon.com/Toby-Tiger-Tamer-Johnson-Reamer/dp/1484099885https://www.amazon.co.uk/Toby-Tiger-Tamer-Johnson-Reamer/dp/1484099885Connect with her here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-reamer-lmft-rpt-s-b9502825/Heart & Mind is a group mental health therapy practice in Richmond, VA, founded to bring true long-lasting healing to the core foundational needs of children, adults, parents and families impacted by adoption, early trauma, neglect and attachment challenges. Heart & Mind empowers connections through mental health counseling, brain training, neuro-informed services and education. Our staff has extensive training and experience in adoption counseling, developmental trauma, play therapy, Safe and Sound Protocol and EMDR.Find out more about her organisation:https://www.heartmindrva.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Heartmindrva/https://www.instagram.com/heartmindrva/

Have you thought about going on a retreat for your mental health but talked yourself out of it? Maybe it seems too impractical or too self-indulgent. Listen to therapist Rachel Altvater explain why play, self-care and retreats are important for mental health and hear her own experience with how a retreat transformed her view of what it really means to care for yourself. If you feel like you are on the road to burnout and are curious how a retreat could help, definitely check out this episode! Dr. Rachel Altvater Bio: Dr. Rachel Altvater (Psy.D., RPT-S) is an award-winning, pioneering expert, leader, researcher, international trainer, author, and supervisor in the field of play therapy. She is a Licensed Psychologist in Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia, and she holds national certifications as a Registered Play Therapist–Supervisor, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She is the owner of Creative Psychological Health Services and the president of the Maryland/DC Association for Play Therapy. Dr. Altvater published her research in the International Journal of Play Therapy on technology use in play therapy and is a contributing author in numerous scholarly texts on implementing digital technologies in play therapy practice. Email: dr.rachelaltvater@gmail.com Professional Links https://beacons.page/docvater www.youtube.com/c/RachelAltvater https://www.facebook.com/dr.rachelaltvater Creative Psychological Health Services www.creativepsychological.com www.facebook.com/creativepsychological/ Instagram: allthetherapies Editing by: Blackwell Post Original music by: Juli Crockett

Season 2 rolls on, today with Dr. Nicole West! Dr. West is a therapist with the Memphis Family Connection Center in Memphis, TN and amongst lots of skills and certifications she holds, she is a certified Play Therapist. Dr. West joins us today to not only unpack the benefits of play therapy but also to walk us through WHY play is so important for the brain, for processing through hard things for kids and how we as parents can incorporate play (and healing) into our homes. To learn more about Empowered to Connect, check out our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube!

Season 2 rolls on, today with Dr. Nicole West! Dr. West is a therapist with the Memphis Family Connection Center in Memphis, TN and amongst lots of skills and certifications she holds, she is a certified Play Therapist. Dr. West joins us today to not only unpack the benefits of play therapy but also to walk us through WHY play is so important for the brain, for processing through hard things for kids and how we as parents can incorporate play (and healing) into our homes. To learn more about Empowered to Connect, check out our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube!

You do not want to miss today's episode...Clair Mellenthin is a very accomplished spreader of light. She is first and foremost a mother, a wife, a sister, and a friend. She has three rambunctious kids who she refers to as “her insanity makers and her sanity savers”.  She is married to her best friend and […]

Amanda Evans is a Play Therapist, Intuitive Energy Healer, and Founder of Mind Body Soul Miracles, a program that provides support to families on their healing journey.As a former Kindergarden teacher, Amanda realized just how important it was for adults to learn how to feel safe, loved, accepted and connected in order to help children to do the same.This experience, along with her personal journey recovering from a brain injury, gave Amanda insight into the extraordinary healing powers of play, love, and connection.Through Mind Body Soul Miracles, Amanda works with children and families to help them take health and happiness into their own hands. She empowers parents and children to move away from past trauma or limiting narratives in order to embrace their own magic.-------------------------------------------Links from this episode:Website: https://www.mindbodysoulmiracles.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-evans-006713193/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mind_body_soul_miracles/------------------------------------------Mind of a Mentor is produced by Ossa, a podcast network on a mission to increase the visibility, influence and earning power of women and minority voices in the podcast industry.Podcasters: Join our interactive community & get free access to monetization, promotional opportunities and exclusive resources for podcast growth & development. To apply or for more information, visit joinossa.comAdvertisers: Is your business interested in podcast advertising? We specialize in small-to-medium, high-growth podcasts & personalized customer support. Visit joinossa.com to get started.You can find more information on the guest featured in this episode and on every episode of Mind of a Mentor -- plus lots of great podcasting content -- on ossacollective.comMind of a Mentor is hosted by Marla Isackson, Founder & CEO of Ossa. Connect with Marla on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/2zq3W59Questions? Email support@ossacollective.comFollow Ossa on Social Media:Facebook: @ossacollectivenetwork / https://bit.ly/2NEf9roInstagram: @ossacollective / https://bit.ly/30HozpETwitter: @ossacollective / https://bit.ly/34bradNLinkedIn: @ossa-collective / https://bit.ly/2ZGBACNEnjoying Mind of a Mentor? Please rate, review & subscribe to our show! (link works on mobile only) https://apple.co/2Knky3wMind of a Mentor is an Ossa original show hosted by Marla Isackson, Founder and CEO of Ossa Collective women's podcast network. For more information about Ossa, visit: https://ossacollective.com/Follow Ossa on Socials- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ossaforpodcasters/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ossa-collective/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ossacollectivenetwork