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S2E14 – Encouragement: The Easiest and Most Effective Parenting Tool You Can Use Every Day
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...
S2E13 – Gentle Parenting vs. Child-Centered Play Therapy Parenting: Which Path Leads to Better Outcomes?
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...
S2E12 – Applying Limit Setting at Home: Effective Strategies for Every Day Parenting
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...
S2E11 – Using the Choice-Giving Skill at Home: The Key to Reducing Power Struggles
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...
S2E10 – Reflecting Feelings with Your Child at Home: From Theory to Practice
In this episode, we explore the practical aspects of Reflecting Feelings, focusing on how this essential skill can be effectively used in daily interactions with children. Our goal is to demystify the process and encourage more confident and consistent application in...
S2E9 – Addressing Body Image Concerns in Young Children
In this episode, I address a question submitted by a therapist on behalf of a concerned parent. The parent has a 6-year-old girl who is grappling with body image issues. As this little girl expresses concerns about her tummy being "fat" and worries that other kids are...
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