S2E18 - Choices, Consequences, and Catching the Bus: A Play Therapy Approach to School Morning Power Struggles
In this episode, I address a question from Noel about managing morning routines and getting kids ready for school on time. As…
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S2E17 - Stop Fixing, Start Listening: A Game-Changing Approach to Your Child's Feelings
In this episode, I discuss a practice from the child-centered play therapy model: sitting in the pocket of your child's feelings. As…
S2E16 - Helping Adopted Siblings Thrive: Play Therapy Parenting Pillars
In this episode, I answer a question from Gaer in the UK about her two adopted sons, ages 3 and 9, who…
S2E15 - Keeping Your Relationship with Your Child at the Center of Parenting
In this episode, I talk about how the relationship with your child is the most important thing, even more important than the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
S2E8 - Encouragement vs. Praise: The Key to Nurturing Self-Esteem in Your Child
I can't emphasize enough the profound impact of encouragement on a child's self-esteem, self-worth, and overall development. Unlike the other pillars we've…
S2E7 - Navigating Sibling Conflict: Listener Q&A with Hayley
In this episode, I answer a question from Hayley in Australia, dealing with a common issue many parents face: sibling conflict. Hayley…
S2E6 - Limit Setting: The Third "Pillar" of Play Therapy Parenting
In this episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, we continue our journey through the four pillars of child-centered play therapy. Having…
S2E5 - When Grandparents Are Sick: How to Talk to Kids About Illness
In this episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, I address a heartfelt question from Corinne about how to navigate conversations with…
S2E4 - Choice-Giving: The Antidote to Power and Control Struggles
In today's episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, we're exploring choice giving. Choice giving empowers children by offering them opportunities to…
S2E3 - Understanding and Addressing Big Emotions in Siblings
In this episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, I discuss a common parenting challenge: how to handle big emotions in kids,…
S2E2 - Reflecting Feelings: The First Building Block to Better Parenting
In today's episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, we're diving into the first pillar of child-centered play therapy, which is reflecting…
S2E1 - Starting Fresh: Rediscovering the Heart of Parenting (Understanding Kids Aren't Rational)
I'm thrilled to be back on the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast after taking a little break. So, welcome to Season Two! During…
Navigating Parenthood: Direction over Perfection
In this episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, I explore the analogy of a compass and how it relates to parenting.…
Absolute Truths Of Parenthood: Unveiling Parenting Wisdom From A Winston Churchill Quote
In this episode of the Play Therapy Parenting Podcast, I explore the profound meaning behind a Winston Churchill quote and its application…