A(z) Play Therapy csatorna legjobb podcastjai (2024)

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S2E16 - Helping Adopted Siblings Thrive: Play Therapy Parenting Pillars 23:28

1d ago23:28

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In this episode, I answer a question from Gaer in the UK about her two adopted sons, ages 3 and 9, who are both starting play therapy to help with anxiety and emotional dysregulation. Gaer's youngest in particular has been acting out physically when upset. I explain that it's common for siblings, especially of the same sex, to take on "internalizer…

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154 A Single Father of Triplets Shares His Success Story. Happy Father’s Day! 22:08

1d ago22:08

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Hey Friends~ Parenting is challenging. Being parents of twins is very challenging! What do you think it’s like to be a SINGLE PARENT OF TRIPLETS plus another child. Today, we have a Father’s Day special from a remarkable dad. He will share a bit of his journey as a father, and how he navigated multiples, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties. …

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How to Handle Runny Noses, Licking, Spitting, and Germs in the Playroom: A Child-Centered Approach 15:10

1d ago15:10

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In this episode, I address a great question from Carley in Oregon about how to manage germs in the playroom in a child-centered way. Carley asked about a client who licks and spits on his fingers while playing card games, as well as how to handle kids with very runny noses during allergy season. For the licking and spitting, I explain that this is …

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How Can Play Therapy Heal Preverbal Trauma? 41:17

1d ago41:17

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Do children who’ve experienced trauma prior to developing language have the capacity to remember what happened to them? Does the traumatic experience go away on its own? I’ve often heard people, including child serving professionals, dismiss the possibility of the negative impact of neglect and early trauma on infants and young children. Especially…

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S2E16 - Helping Adopted Siblings Thrive: Play Therapy Parenting Pillars 23:28

1d ago23:28

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In this episode, I answer a question from Gaer in the UK about her two adopted sons, ages 3 and 9, who are both starting play therapy to help with anxiety and emotional dysregulation. Gaer's youngest in particular has been acting out physically when upset. I explain that it's common for siblings, especially of the same sex, to take on "internalizer…

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CCPT is a Way of Being, Not a Technique: Wisdom from Art of The Relationship 19:11

3d ago19:11

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In this episode, I dive into the true essence of Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) by sharing powerful excerpts from Garry Landreth's seminal book "Art of The Relationship". Landreth emphasizes that CCPT is not just a set of techniques, but a way of being and a philosophy for living one's life in relationships with children. It requires internaliz…

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153. 10 Reasons You Should Put Your Speech Delayed Child Into Sports! 18:44

5d ago18:44

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Hey Friends~ Recently, I was in a Facebook conversation where a parent asked if they should allow their speech delayed child to play sports. This parent had many fears around what might go wrong. I understand this. But we cannot live in the “What if… ?” When fears are set aside, there are so many positives to see! I believe the positives outweigh t…

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Q&A Lightning Round #6: Three Questions From Listeners Answered 37:22

8d ago37:22

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In this lightning round episode, I tackle three listener questions about child-centered play therapy (CCPT). Cindy from California asked how to respond when parents say kids can learn academics, so why can't they learn coping skills the same way. I explain that academics are formulaic whereas emotions are non-linear, and the therapeutic relationshi…

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152 Can We Really Stop Being Irritated And Upset? Dr. Mort Orman Shares Amazing Findings! 31:51

9d ago31:51

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Hey Friends~ We all get angry sometimes. At ourselves. At our kids. At God. At Life… and more. But what is the impact of anger in our lives? On you? On your kids? Can we REALLY stop being irritated, angry and upset? Today’s guest says we can! Dr. Mort Orman tells us what can happen if we do not learn these skills plus the impact of YOUR anger ON yo…

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What Are the Best Play Therapy Techniques for Connection 43:11

9d ago43:11

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Using play therapy effectively requires child and adolescent therapists to know how to use a theoretical play therapy model to access the therapeutic powers of play. When choosing play therapy to facilitate healing, it’s important to consider what your clients need and how you will use play therapy to accomplish that goal. Want some ideas? Join me …

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Not Everything is a Theme! Landreth Sets the Story Straight 22:59

10d ago22:59

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Today I'm beginning my "Summer School" Series where we are going to go back to the classical texts of child-centered play therapy. In this episode, I dive into the challenges of truly understanding the meaning behind children's play, and the importance of grounding our work in the original theories and principles of child-centered play therapy. I s…

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151. 4 Tools To Handle Next Day Whining After An Eventful Experience 18:20

11d ago18:20

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Hey Friends~ All of us parents have experienced the fall out after attending some sort of party or event - and afterwards our children have a hard time settling in at home. there’s an adjustment. AND THERE IS WHINING! Learning to read between the lines of your child’s behavior, such as looking at WHAT they’re playing, and HOW they’re playing, can g…

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150 Avoiding The Slump? How To Talk About It To Transform Your Day! 13:24

12d ago13:24

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Hey Friends~ It’s officially summer break for many kids as schools have let out Even when you are happy and excited about the change of schedule, there’s ALWAYS a transition time into summer. Whether you are someone that gets to stay home with your children or if you are someone that brings your children to daycare full-time while you continue to w…

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S2E15 - Keeping Your Relationship with Your Child at the Center of Parenting 14:14

12d ago14:14

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In this episode, I talk about how the relationship with your child is the most important thing, even more important than the specific parenting skills and techniques we've been discussing. While learning and applying skills like reflecting feelings, setting limits, giving choices, and using encouragement are certainly valuable, we can't lose sight …

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S2E15 - Keeping Your Relationship with Your Child at the Center of Parenting 14:14

7d ago14:14

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In this episode, I talk about how the relationship with your child is the most important thing, even more important than the specific parenting skills and techniques we've been discussing. While learning and applying skills like reflecting feelings, setting limits, giving choices, and using encouragement are certainly valuable, we can't lose sight …

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149 Triggered By Your Child’s Behavior? Gayle Weill Helps You Be Your Best Self! 22:32

16d ago22:32

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Hey Friends~ When you get triggered by your child's behavior, there is a reason! When we respond internally to our children’s behavior, it may be deeper, within YOU . . . It MIGHT NOT actually the child’s behavior. This triggering can be a barrier to being one’s best self! Today, we learn to develop that inner sense that allows you to see your chil…

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Navigating Play Therapy with Siblings: Practical Tips for Child-Centered Play Therapists 13:39

16d ago13:39

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In this episode, I answer a listener question about working with siblings in play therapy. I share that joint sessions can be beneficial if siblings experienced the same stressful event, but recommend having individual sessions first to build rapport. If a therapist is already seeing one sibling and the parent asks to start the other, I advise gett…

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What are the Therapeutic Powers of Play in Play Therapy? 35:37

16d ago35:37

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Play therapists often talk about the therapeutic powers of play. But what exactly does that mean and why are they so important in play therapy? How do you explain play therapy to others? Actually, knowing the answer to these questions are core competencies for play therapists because 👇 The therapeutic powers of play are what set play therapy apart …

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The "I Wonder" Blunder: Avoid Directive Questioning and Master "I Wonder" Statements and Whispers in Child-Centered Play Therapy 16:46

18d ago16:46

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In this episode, I dive into the proper use of "I wonder" statements and the whisper technique in child-centered play therapy. I've noticed these skills are sometimes being misused or overused, so I wanted to provide some clarification. I discuss how "I wonder" statements should be used sparingly and only when clinically necessary to gather informa…

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148. 4 Simple Strategies to Help Your Child With Schedule Changes On Special Days 11:18

19d ago11:18

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Hey Friends~ Many of you in the United States may be having outdoor picnics today as we celebrate Memorial Day. As much as your children love it, the surprise of change can be unsettling for them. Some kids really need to know what is going on in order to feel comfortable. So if your child struggles with transitions and schedule changes, this episo…

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Safe Play: What It Means When a Child Picks the Same Toys Every Time 17:29

22d ago17:29

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In this episode, I address a great question from Katie in Florida about what to do when kids seem unsure of what to play with in later play therapy sessions and gravitate toward the same activities each time. First, I discuss how this pattern could indicate the child is in a state of resistance or avoidance. They may be doing "safe play" to delay d…

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147 What? Your Child Can’t Read - And Has A HIGH IQ?? Lynne Roe shares a success story with dyslexia and dysgraphia 19:09

23d ago19:09

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Hey Friends~ Children are confusing! How much more confusing when you see them not read on time - while they seem to be understanding at a much higher level than their peers! What are you to do? Today’s guest, Lynne Roe shares her story of struggle and fabulous strategies that helped her son become successful along the way. If you have wondered abo…

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How to Write Effective Play Therapy Documentation 33:40

23d ago33:40

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Writing play therapy documentation is hands down the least favorite task for play therapists, myself included. It’s overwhelming, confusing, and exhausting. It can feel never ending and burn you out. It’s often avoided altogether, which is never good. Avoiding it just creates more stress because you feel like you’re always behind or worse you get i…

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Making the Transition: How to Shift from Directive to a Child-Centered Play Therapy Approach 18:49

24d ago18:49

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In this episode, I discuss how to transition from a directive or eclectic play therapy approach to a fully child-centered play therapy model. I share tips for communicating this change to both parents and the child in a direct, transparent way. When making this transition with a child you're already working with, it's important to acknowledge the u…

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146 Think Your 1 Year Old Should Speak More? 5 Tips To Find Success 11:26

26d ago11:26

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Hey Friends~ Do you wonder how to get your little one to speak? A dad asked me about his 1 year old, who is not saying words. After observing his interaction with his family through mini videos he shared, I was able to show him how to tweak what he was already doing really well. That little tweak helped the dad focus on what his child was saying th…

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S2E14 - Encouragement: The Easiest and Most Effective Parenting Tool You Can Use Every Day 10:54

29d ago10:54

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In today's episode, I discuss the importance of encouragement and how it differs from praise when it comes to parenting. Encouragement is all about focusing on your child's efforts and contributions, rather than giving value-laden words that have opposites, like "good" or "awesome." When you encourage your child by starting with "you" and acknowled…

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S2E14 - Encouragement: The Easiest and Most Effective Parenting Tool You Can Use Every Day 10:54

29d ago10:54

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In today's episode, I discuss the importance of encouragement and how it differs from praise when it comes to parenting. Encouragement is all about focusing on your child's efforts and contributions, rather than giving value-laden words that have opposites, like "good" or "awesome." When you encourage your child by starting with "you" and acknowled…

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145 Katja Lany: How Montessori caused her to know her inner child and reparent herself 21:46

30d ago21:46

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Hey Friends~ Do you wonder how to choose the school type for your child? Today’s guest, Katja Lany, discusses what sparked her knowing that Montessori was the right choice for her children. And it may surprise you. She also talks about how OUR inner child can keep us stuck from following what we know, for our children. In these cases, we may need t…

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How Child-Centered Principles Transformed My Art Classroom: Gabby's Transformation Story 11:56

30d ago11:56

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In this episode, I shared an inspiring email from Gabby, an art teacher in South Africa who has been applying child-centered play therapy principles in her classroom. Gabby stumbled upon my podcast "by accident" and found that the CCPT approach deeply resonated with her teaching style and beliefs about working with children. By implementing CCPT te…

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How to Write Play Therapy Progress Notes 28:32

30d ago28:32

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If you’re a play therapist and you have struggled to write progress notes that make sense without draining your brain, then you are definitely not alone. Maybe you feel confused and overwhelmed about writing play therapy notes because you have no idea what to write that makes sense and doesn’t sound like you just played for an hour with your client…

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The Moment It All Clicked: Unexpected Paths to a Career in CCPT 19:29

1M ago19:29

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In this episode, I share some fascinating unofficial data I collected from my email subscribers about their journeys to finding child-centered play therapy (CCPT). I was curious to learn more after noticing a pattern of people mentioning they came to CCPT as a second or third career. The responses revealed an incredibly diverse range of prior caree…

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144 Your 1 Year Old Not Speaking? 3 Steps To Help Your Little Speak. 12:09

1M ago12:09

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Hey Friends~ Are you wondering how to help your ONE year old to speak? You see them look, you see them listen, but you do not have many words yet? This episode is for you! Sign up for today's Free webinar: "Beyond Obedience: Unveiling the Power of Listening in Kids" May 13, 2024 @ 10:00 Central Time This webinar is for parents with kids ages 3-8-is…

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143 Who Are You? A Question This Mother's Day 8:02

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Hey Friends~ Happy Mother’s Day from The Language of Play! and from ME! I hope you Mamas are enjoying love and laughter today, and a bit of rest. My gift to you... this free webinar! I hope you will attend! "Beyond Obedience: Unveiling the Power of Listening in Kids" May 13, 2024 @ 10:00 Central Time This webinar is for parents with kids ages 3-8-i…

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142 Are You Doing Extreme Caregiving Jessica Patay Tells About Being Brave Together 20:46

1M ago20:46

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Hey Friends~ Do you know anyone doing EXTREME CAREGIVING? Is it YOU? This means, not only are you dealing with the speech or language delays we talk about on this podcast, but you ADD to that… other complex care. When your parenting has been altered by severe disability. Your life changes dramatically. Today’s guest, Jessica Patay, author of “Becom…

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Q&A Lightning Round #5: Nine Questions From Listeners Answered 1:12:29

1M ago1:12:29

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Here are the listeners and topics of questions answered in this episode: Madison from Iowa - Scheduling parent consultations, child taking lots of medications Maria from California - Child pretends to be an animal in session Teri from California - Termination process Miray from Turkey - Child is asking personal questions Heidi from the UK - CCPT wi…

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Are Open Notes Useful for Play Therapy? 36:50

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If you’re a mental health professional in the United States, you might have heard about the CURES Act. It’s created quite a buzz in the mental health community. Maybe you’ve heard of Open Notes. Essentially the discussion about progress notes in the medical community, including the mental health community, revolves around clients’ access to their m…

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S2E13 - Gentle Parenting vs. Child-Centered Play Therapy Parenting: Which Path Leads to Better Outcomes? 17:14

1M ago17:14

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In this episode, I address a listener's question about gentle parenting and whether it has gone too far. I discuss the principles of gentle parenting and contrast them with the child-centered approach, highlighting the importance of setting appropriate limits and boundaries while maintaining a kind, respectful, and relational dynamic with your chil…

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S2E13 - Gentle Parenting vs. Child-Centered Play Therapy Parenting: Which Path Leads to Better Outcomes? 17:14

1M ago17:14

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In this episode, I address a listener's question about gentle parenting and whether it has gone too far. I discuss the principles of gentle parenting and contrast them with the child-centered approach, highlighting the importance of setting appropriate limits and boundaries while maintaining a kind, respectful, and relational dynamic with your chil…

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Special Interview: Dr. Brandy Schumann, Creator of the 2nd Most Important Toy in the Playroom... the "BoA" (AKA "Bobo") 59:30

1M ago59:30

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It was my pleasure to interview Dr. Brandy Schumann for today's podcast episode. Dr. Schumann is the creator/owner of the Bag of Air, the best quality and most durable "Bobo" in every play therapist's playroom! I have 4 Bags of Air, in my center (one over 9 years old), and I encourage every play therapist to invest in a quality Bobo. So I thought i…

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141 How Do You Inadvertently Build Doubt Into Your Child? Here’s One Way To Change Doubt Into Confidence! 11:45

1M ago11:45

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Hey Friends~ What is it that builds confidence in kids? How do we inadvertently create doubt in our children? Today’s episode opens the door for seeing this process in physical movement. The concepts are still the same when we talk about emotional courage or courage to express themselves. Today, I will tell a true story that lays bare how our words…

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140 Do You Know How to Let Intuition Guide You? Siris Raquel Rivas Verdejo, Helps Us Listen To Our Bodies, Our Kids, And Our Families 26:23

1M ago26:23

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Hey Friends~ Ever find yourself in a conversation with your kids where it seems like you're speaking different languages? You're not alone! In this episode, we're diving deep into family communication with Siris Raquel Rivas Verdejo. We'll explore how our bodies speak to us, how our intuition works with family members, and practice listening to our…

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Overcoming Separation Challenges: A Child-Centered Approach 17:12

1M ago17:12

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In this episode, I address a therapist's question about working with a 9-year-old boy struggling with severe separation anxiety. The child's anxiety stems from an experience of an upset stomach while living in Tanzania, which he has now anchored to feeling safe only when his mother is present. I explain the importance of understanding the root caus…

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What Does Case Conceptualization Have to Do with Play Therapy Themes? 31:57

1M ago31:57

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Play therapists place a lot of emphasis on recognizing themes in play therapy sessions. Why? Because understanding play behaviors and recognizing what clients are communicating in their play is critical to help them in the healing process. Here’s where case conceptualization is often overlooked when making sense of what’s going on in play therapy f…

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S2E12 - Applying Limit Setting at Home: Effective Strategies for Every Day Parenting 15:56

1M ago15:56

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In today's episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, we're diving into the practical application of the "limit setting" pillar in daily parenting. Now that we’ve covered the four foundational pillars, it’s time to see how we can apply these skills in everyday interactions with our kids. Limit setting is unique in that it combines the other pil…

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S2E12 - Applying Limit Setting at Home: Effective Strategies for Every Day Parenting 15:56

1M ago15:56

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In today's episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, we're diving into the practical application of the "limit setting" pillar in daily parenting. Now that we’ve covered the four foundational pillars, it’s time to see how we can apply these skills in everyday interactions with our kids. Limit setting is unique in that it combines the other pil…

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Mastering the Art of Limit-Setting: The Power of the "Pause" in Offering Perfectly Aligned Choices 16:44

2M ago16:44

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In this episode, we get into the fine details of limit setting in play therapy sessions. I emphasize the importance of the "limit setting pause" – a crucial moment where we take a beat to understand the child's underlying emotions, needs, and motivations before setting a limit. By taking this pause, we can set limits and offer choices that truly re…

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139 Is There a Simple Way to Lessen Picky Eating? Here is One Fun Way! 9:47

2M ago9:47

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Hey Friends~ Do your kids give you a run for your money with food?! Sometimes kids are picky. Sometimes we allow pickiness by jumping through hoops hoping they will eat “SOMETHING!” With summer and the holidays coming, let's figure out a way to help your child with better food choices! But How? No ONE solution fixes every eating issue. Today, I wil…

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S2E11 - Using the Choice-Giving Skill at Home: The Key to Reducing Power Struggles 13:09

2M ago13:09

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In this episode, I discuss how to practically apply the "choice-giving" pillar from the child-centered play therapy parenting framework. I cover two types of choices to give your kids: Empowerment Choices Give your kids choices just for the sake of letting them feel empowered and in control Examples: Let them choose how to get to the car (hold your…

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S2E11 - Using the Choice-Giving Skill at Home: The Key to Reducing Power Struggles 13:09

2M ago13:09

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In this episode, I discuss how to practically apply the "choice-giving" pillar from the child-centered play therapy parenting framework. I cover two types of choices to give your kids: Empowerment Choices Give your kids choices just for the sake of letting them feel empowered and in control Examples: Let them choose how to get to the car (hold your…

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138 Krys Pappius: Can a Pattern Interrupt Can Drastically Change How You React? Yes! 22:37

2M ago22:37

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Hey Friends~ Sometimes, our problems seem insurmountable! Yet, as you learn some strategies and gain skills, the solutions are simple. I did not say it was easy. Yet, they can be simple! Today’s guest, Krys Pappius, shares how and what she learned after a life-changing car crash while working as a police officer. She had put her dreams on the shelf…

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