Podcast Episodes

Sorting Play Theme In Play Therapy

Sorting Play Theme In Play Therapy

In this episode, we wrap up our exploration of the Control and Safety themes with a focus on 'sorting play.' I share an anecdote from my graduate school experience, illustrating what sorting play entails and its significance in a child's play process. Sorting play...

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Mess-Making Play Theme in Play Therapy

Mess-Making Play Theme in Play Therapy

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I dive into the theme of mess making play in child-centered play therapy. Mess making play is when a child intentionally creates chaos and disorder within the therapeutic playroom. I explain that this behavior can manifest...

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Cleaning Play Theme In Play Therapy

Cleaning Play Theme In Play Therapy

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I'm excited to explore the cleaning play theme. As a child-centered play therapist, I've observed various ways children engage in this type of play, from physically cleaning toys to tidying up the playroom. I break down the...

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Instability Theme In Play Therapy

Instability Theme In Play Therapy

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, we're diving into the theme of instability. It's a theme that often partners up with others like good versus bad play or rescue play. Picture this: in a child's play, things are always on the edge of falling or falling...

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Bridge-Building Play Theme In Play Therapy

Bridge-Building Play Theme In Play Therapy

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I explore the world of bridge building play, a theme within the broader category of control and safety. Bridge building play isn't just about literal bridges; it includes structures children create to connect various...

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Tuning In: The Power Of Tone Of Voice In Play Therapy

Tuning In: The Power Of Tone Of Voice In Play Therapy

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I delve into a topic of the power of tone of voice in play therapy. A listener from Maryland named Batsheva posed an excellent question about how our tone can profoundly impact a therapy session. I discuss the significance...

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Self-Fixing Theme In Play Therapy

Self-Fixing Theme In Play Therapy

In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I delve into a significant theme: self fixing in the context of play therapy. We've explored fixing and failure to fix before, but self fixing presents a unique perspective. It's when a child perceives something broken...

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Failure To Fix Theme In Play Therapy

Failure To Fix Theme In Play Therapy

In this episode, I delved into another control and safety theme—the "failure to fix" theme. It's a counterpart to the "fixing play" theme we explored last time. Understanding these play themes is vital for effective therapy. Failure to fix happens when a child...

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