Today I Just Want To Encourage You

Today I Just Want To Encourage You

Today I Just Want To Encourage You In this episode of Play Therapy Parenting®, Dr. Brenna just offers some encouragement during this time of unknown. As you adjust to this “new normal”, and with kids doing school from home, and you possibly working from home,...
The Truth about “Baker Acting” Kids

The Truth about “Baker Acting” Kids

The Truth about “Baker Acting” Kids In this episode of Play Therapy Parenting®, Dr. Brenna discusses the involuntary committing of minors (known as “Baker Acting” in Florida) to mental health facilities. Unfortunately, many parents are unaware of what this process...
Say Goodbye to Power Struggles with your Kids

Say Goodbye to Power Struggles with your Kids

Say Goodbye to Power Struggles with your Kids In this episode of Play Therapy Parenting®, Dr. Brenna discusses how the root of many, if not most, behavioral issues with kids is Power Struggles. Learn what causes the power struggles and how to eliminate them with your...
Why Reflecting Feelings Works (even on adults!)

Why Reflecting Feelings Works (even on adults!)

Why Reflecting Feelings Works (even on adults!) In this episode of Play Therapy Parenting®, Dr. Brenna shares a story of a Mom who has taken Brenna’s private parenting coaching, using the Reflecting Feelings skill. Normally, this Mom uses Reflecting Feelings on her 4...
How to be truthful with your kids, even when the truth is hard!

How to be truthful with your kids, even when the truth is hard!

How to be truthful with your kids, even when the truth is hard! In this episode of Play Therapy Parenting®, Dr. Brenna discusses the topic of talking to your kids about hard subjects, and why you should do so truthfully, by using age appropriate language. The example...
The Consequence is Enough

The Consequence is Enough

The Consequence is Enough In this episode of Play Therapy Parenting®, Dr. Brenna discusses three ways to prevent the “emotional investment” in our child’s behavior from becoming a negative influence and undermining our disciplining effort. Podcast...