Lessons from the Playroom
394 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 114 ratingsThe Synergetic Play Therapy Institute's “Lessons From the Playroom” Podcasts are a series of recorded podcasts designed to help therapists understand the little lessons that kids teach us that make a big difference in the play therapy process.
Our podcast host, Lisa Dion, LPC, RPT-S, is an innovative and inspiring teacher and pioneer in play therapy. She founder and President of the Synergetic Play Therapy Institute and the creator of Synergetic Play Therapy, a cutting-edge model of play therapy that bridges the gap between neuroscience and psychology. Lisa teaches and supervises all over the world, helping transform the lives of thousands of therapists and children. With these podcasts, she'll teach you practical ways to transform both you and the child clients you work with. These inspiring educational lessons are sure to leave you feeling more confident and excited for your next session!
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Lessons from the Playroom Episode 107: Letting Go/Surrendering
November 23, 2021 09:45 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBWhy is it so hard to let go and surrender to the reality of WHAT IS, in your life?... Join Lisa Dion as she takes you on a reflective journey to answer this very important question (... because we know it’s not easy and, let’s just be honest, can be downright painful!). In this Lessons from the Playroom episode, learn: Why it’s so hard to let go and surrender to what is happening in your life How to not lose yourself when you’re letting go or surrendering How to become aware and work...
107. Why It's So Hard to Let Go/Surrender
November 23, 2021 09:45 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MBWhy is it so hard to let go and surrender to the reality of WHAT IS, in your life?... Join Lisa Dion as she takes you on a reflective journey to answer this very important question (... because we know it’s not easy and, let’s just be honest, can be downright painful!). In this Lessons from the Playroom episode, learn: Why it’s so hard to let go and surrender to what is happening in your life How to not lose yourself when you’re letting go or surrendering How to become aware and work...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 106: EMDR Therapy & Kids
November 09, 2021 09:30 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MBThis next guest, from a young age, wanted to be both a philosopher and a pilot … while life took her down a different path, she has since translated the “mysteries” of EMDR Therapy when working with children for thousands of therapists worldwide ... and taken many of her clients on a journey to places within themselves, giving them wings to soar! 💖 Ana Gomez is the founder of the AGATE Institute and has focused her career on working with complex and developmental trauma, healing generatio...
106. Ana Gomez: EMDR Therapy & Kids
November 09, 2021 09:30 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MBThis next guest, from a young age, wanted to be both a philosopher and a pilot … while life took her down a different path, she has since translated the “mysteries” of EMDR Therapy when working with children for thousands of therapists worldwide ... and taken many of her clients on a journey to places within themselves, giving them wings to soar! 💖 Ana Gomez is the founder of the AGATE Institute and has focused her career on working with complex and developmental trauma, healing generatio...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 106: EMDR Therapy & Kids
November 09, 2021 09:30 - 45 minutes - 62.4 MBThis next guest, from a young age, wanted to be both a philosopher and a pilot … while life took her down a different path, she has since translated the “mysteries” of EMDR Therapy when working with children for thousands of therapists worldwide ... and taken many of her clients on a journey to places within themselves, giving them wings to soar! 💖 Ana Gomez is the founder of the AGATE Institute and has focused her career on working with complex and developmental trauma, healing generatio...
105. Challenges of Being a Play Therapist
October 26, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBWe’re doing something different in this episode! … This time, Lisa is joined by three important people in her life - three Certified Synergetic Play Therapists, for a discussion of some of the challenges we might face as a play therapist. Take time to pause, reflect and find out what to do when a child/client: tries to take care of the therapist; does not turn on their screen during a teletherapy session (and what is really necessary for attunement to occur - the answer might surprise ...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 105: Challenges of Being a Play Therapist
October 26, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBWe’re doing something different in this episode! … This time, Lisa is joined by three important people in her life - three Certified Synergetic Play Therapists, for a discussion of some of the challenges we might face as a play therapist. Take time to pause, reflect and find out what to do when a child/client: tries to take care of the therapist; does not turn on their screen during a teletherapy session (and what is really necessary for attunement to occur - the answer might surprise ...
104: Marshall Lyles: Integrating Sandtray, Attachment & Trauma
October 12, 2021 08:00 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBIn this episode, Lisa is joined by another special therapist - a gem 💖 in the play therapy field (and he’s also a poet 😉) … Marshall Lyles joins Lisa in a discussion that brings new thought, new life, and new excitement to processes and things you may have heard about for years. Join Lisa and Marshall in conversation about … The use of Sandtray therapy in healing attachment and trauma; How attachment styles present for clients (and yourself) in the sandtray; How to go deeply within yo...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 104: Integrating Sandtray, Attachment & Trauma
October 12, 2021 08:00 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBIn this episode, Lisa is joined by another special therapist - a gem 💖 in the play therapy field (and he’s also a poet 😉) … Marshall Lyles joins Lisa in a discussion that brings new thought, new life, and new excitement to processes and things you may have heard about for years. Join Lisa and Marshall in conversation about … The use of Sandtray therapy in healing attachment and trauma; How attachment styles present for clients (and yourself) in the sandtray; How to go deeply within yo...
103. Supporting Parents in Becoming External Regulators
September 28, 2021 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MBA fundamental question of your practice as a play therapist, might be - “How do I support parents/caregivers in becoming the external regulator for their child?” With this mantra in mind to “treat the parent/caregiver how you would love the parent/caregiver to treat the child,” Lisa Dion tackles this very topic of how to support parents/caregivers in becoming their child’s external regulator. In this Lessons from the Playroom episode, you’ll learn: How to support parents/caregivers whe...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 103: Supporting Parents in Becoming External Regulators
September 28, 2021 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MBA fundamental question of your practice as a play therapist, might be - “How do I support parents/caregivers in becoming the external regulator for their child?” With this mantra in mind to “treat the parent/caregiver how you would love the parent/caregiver to treat the child,” Lisa Dion tackles this very topic of how to support parents/caregivers in becoming their child’s external regulator. In this Lessons from the Playroom episode, you’ll learn: How to support parents/caregivers whe...
102. David Crenshaw: Finding the Hidden Gifts Within Children
September 14, 2021 08:00 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBIn this 102nd episode, Lisa is joined by special guest Dr. David Crenshaw for a touching and heartfelt conversation about Finding the Hidden Gifts Within Children, especially those who have been deeply mistreated and hurt. In this episode, David reminds you that children who have been wounded so often present with many protective patterns that often hide their inner treasures, talents, strengths, and deeper qualities about themselves. And at times, these patterns are so strong in the ch...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 102: Finding the Hidden Gifts Within Children
September 14, 2021 08:00 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBIn this 102nd episode, Lisa is joined by special guest Dr. David Crenshaw for a touching and heartfelt conversation about Finding the Hidden Gifts Within Children, especially those who have been deeply mistreated and hurt. In this episode, David reminds you that children who have been wounded so often present with many protective patterns that often hide their inner treasures, talents, strengths, and deeper qualities about themselves. And at times, these patterns are so strong in the ch...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 101: Cultural Issues in Play Therapy
August 31, 2021 11:04 - 48 minutes - 36.6 MBWhat does it really mean to be culturally competent?... To help us kick off the next 100 episodes, Lisa is joined by a truly amazing individual who is a leader in our play therapy field - Dr. Eliana Gil. Likely you have heard of her 😉 ... Dr. Eliana Gil is the founding partner of the Gil Institute for Trauma Recovery & Education. As one of the pioneers for working with trauma in the play therapy field, she's written several books read by countless therapists worldwide. She's also the forme...
101. Eliana Gil: Cultural Issues in Play Therapy
August 31, 2021 11:04 - 48 minutes - 36.6 MBWhat does it really mean to be culturally competent?... To help us kick off the next 100 episodes, Lisa is joined by a truly amazing individual who is a leader in our play therapy field - Dr. Eliana Gil. Likely you have heard of her 😉 ... Dr. Eliana Gil is the founding partner of the Gil Institute for Trauma Recovery & Education. As one of the pioneers for working with trauma in the play therapy field, she's written several books read by countless therapists worldwide. She's also the forme...
100. Judith Norman: Third Culture Kids in Play Therapy
August 17, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this 100th episode, the tables are turned once again and Lisa is interviewed about being a "Third Culture Kid" (TCK), what it means, and how it has influenced the creation of Synergetic Play Therapy®. Lisa is interviewed by Judy Norman, Certified SPT Therapist and mother of two TCKs who also spent over a decade of her adult life living abroad. Join Lisa and Judy as they discuss some of the challenges faced by Third Culture Kids (e.g., identity crisis, lack of sense of belonging, and rel...
100. Third Culture Kids in Play Therapy
August 17, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this 100th episode, the tables are turned once again and Lisa is interviewed about being a "Third Culture Kid" (TCK), what it means, and how it has influenced the creation of Synergetic Play Therapy®. Lisa is interviewed by Judy Norman, Certified SPT Therapist and mother of two TCKs who also spent over a decade of her adult life living abroad. Join Lisa and Judy as they discuss some of the challenges faced by Third Culture Kids (e.g., identity crisis, lack of sense of belonging, and rel...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 100: Third Culture Kids in Play Therapy
August 17, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this 100th episode, the tables are turned once again and Lisa is interviewed about being a "Third Culture Kid" (TCK), what it means, and how it has influenced the creation of Synergetic Play Therapy®. Lisa is interviewed by Judy Norman, Certified SPT Therapist and mother of two TCKs who also spent over a decade of her adult life living abroad. Join Lisa and Judy as they discuss some of the challenges faced by Third Culture Kids (e.g., identity crisis, lack of sense of belonging, and rel...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 99: Pre-Teens & Teens in Play Therapy
August 03, 2021 01:56 - 25 minutes - 20.6 MBJoin Lisa as she demystifies working with pre-teens and teens and shares how to apply your play therapy skill set to this population (hint: you actually don't need to change much of what you're already doing). She'll also tell you the reason that we might feel awkward, not good enough, unsure, and confused as therapists when working with this age group, as well as give strategies and techniques to support the pre-teen and teen to discover their authentic self. If you want more information...
99. Pre-Teens & Teens in Play Therapy
August 03, 2021 01:56 - 25 minutes - 20.6 MBJoin Lisa as she demystifies working with pre-teens and teens and shares how to apply your play therapy skill set to this population (hint: you actually don't need to change much of what you're already doing). She'll also tell you the reason that we might feel awkward, not good enough, unsure, and confused as therapists when working with this age group, as well as give strategies and techniques to support the pre-teen and teen to discover their authentic self. If you want more information...
98. Lynn Louise Wonders: How to Not Lose Yourself in High Conflict Divorce
July 20, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 25.5 MBLisa is joined by guest Lynn Louise Wonders. Lynn is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Professional Mentor and Supervisor, Career, Parenting and Relationship Coach at Wonders Counseling Services, LLC. She’s an expert in navigating high conflict divorce and custody cases. Listen as Lisa and Lynn discuss how to not get caught in the crossfire of high conflict divorce, what your role is as the child’s therapist, and how to be present for the child so ultimately the child can know their own ...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 98: How to Not Lose Yourself in High Conflict Divorce
July 20, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 25.5 MBLisa is joined by guest Lynn Louise Wonders. Lynn is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Professional Mentor and Supervisor, Career, Parenting and Relationship Coach at Wonders Counseling Services, LLC. She’s an expert in navigating high conflict divorce and custody cases. Listen as Lisa and Lynn discuss how to not get caught in the crossfire of high conflict divorce, what your role is as the child’s therapist, and how to be present for the child so ultimately the child can know their own ...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 97: When Saying Goodbye Is Hard To Do
July 06, 2021 09:45 - 26 minutes - 21.5 MBSometimes, saying goodbye can be tricky and emotional for our clients, their families, and ourselves. In this week’s episode, Lisa gives some things to consider and do to support children and families with navigating goodbyes and endings. She’ll discuss how we really know when the child is ready to transition and ways to support the child and their parents/caregivers, especially when they are having a hard time saying goodbye. *💜Join our Newsletter💜 https://linktr.ee/synergeticplaytherapy...
97. When Saying Goodbye Is Hard To Do
July 06, 2021 09:45 - 26 minutes - 21.5 MBSometimes, saying goodbye can be tricky and emotional for our clients, their families, and ourselves. In this week’s episode, Lisa gives some things to consider and do to support children and families with navigating goodbyes and endings. She’ll discuss how we really know when the child is ready to transition and ways to support the child and their parents/caregivers, especially when they are having a hard time saying goodbye. *💜Join our Newsletter💜 https://linktr.ee/synergeticplaytherapy...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 96: Little Lessons in the Playroom, Part 2
June 24, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 22.9 MBIn this newest episode of the Lessons from the Playroom, Lisa discusses three little, but very important questions she’s been asked by therapists from around the world that will expand your work as a play therapist!... 1) What do we do when we see our clients outside of a session? 2) How do we work with imaginary friends? 3) What do we do when a child refuses to do their chores or another activity they are supposed to do? And check out part 1 (episode #57) for more commonly ask...
96. Little Lessons in the Playroom, Part 2
June 24, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 22.9 MBIn this newest episode of the Lessons from the Playroom, Lisa discusses three little, but very important questions she’s been asked by therapists from around the world that will expand your work as a play therapist!... 1) What do we do when we see our clients outside of a session? 2) How do we work with imaginary friends? 3) What do we do when a child refuses to do their chores or another activity they are supposed to do? And check out part 1 (episode #57) for more commonly ask...
95. Death & Dying in the Playroom
June 12, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 22.9 MBLisa discusses the truth about death and dying in the playroom and gives ideas and tips for what to do when these experiences show up in our child client’s play. She gives answers to the many questions therapists have asked such as: What’s the point of death & dying play for children in the playroom? How do we stay present with ourselves in the midst of activation and dysregulation when a child offers an experience of death and dying? How do we deepen into the vulnerability and stay con...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 95: Death & Dying in the Playroom
June 12, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 22.9 MBLisa discusses the truth about death and dying in the playroom and gives ideas and tips for what to do when these experiences show up in our child client’s play. She gives answers to the many questions therapists have asked such as: What’s the point of death & dying play for children in the playroom? How do we stay present with ourselves in the midst of activation and dysregulation when a child offers an experience of death and dying? How do we deepen into the vulnerability and stay con...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 94: Working with Parents of Children with Complex Trauma
May 25, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 23.4 MBHow do we let parents know, that we know, how important they are in their child’s life? How can we stay grounded and connected to ourselves as play therapists when we find ourselves triggered or activated when working with overwhelmed parents? And how can we offer an “I see you” relational experience for parents that are experiencing complex trauma in their family system?... Robyn Gobbel joins Lisa in this episode to answer these very questions. Not only do they discuss the value of wo...
94: Robyn Gobbel: Working with Parents of Children with Complex Trauma
May 25, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 23.4 MBHow do we let parents know, that we know, how important they are in their child’s life? How can we stay grounded and connected to ourselves as play therapists when we find ourselves triggered or activated when working with overwhelmed parents? And how can we offer an “I see you” relational experience for parents that are experiencing complex trauma in their family system?... Robyn Gobbel joins Lisa in this episode to answer these very questions. Not only do they discuss the value of wo...
93. Separation Anxiety in Play Therapy
May 11, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 22.9 MBYou’ve likely experienced this at some point … The child that comes to therapy because of a concern of having a difficult time separating. Or the child that struggles to leave their parent/caregiver to go into the playroom … Separation anxiety can often show up in many ways in the play therapy process. In this latest episode, Lisa discusses what separation anxiety is and what can cause it, how we know when it’s normal or when to seek help, and what play therapists can do to support separat...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 93: Separation Anxiety in Play Therapy
May 11, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 22.9 MBYou’ve likely experienced this at some point … The child that comes to therapy because of a concern of having a difficult time separating. Or the child that struggles to leave their parent/caregiver to go into the playroom … Separation anxiety can often show up in many ways in the play therapy process. In this latest episode, Lisa discusses what separation anxiety is and what can cause it, how we know when it’s normal or when to seek help, and what play therapists can do to support separat...
92. Jackie Flynn: Embracing Online Play Therapy
April 27, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 26 MBLisa is joined by special guest Jackie Flynn for a conversation on how to make online play therapy a more deeply connected experience for your child clients and their families. They discuss: ...How you can offer authenticity and co-regulation to the session. ...How to create a sense of safety from the very beginning of the session and connect at deeper levels with your clients. ...How to make it a more meaningful experience for your clients (and yourself). ...And how you can use th...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 92: Embracing Online Play Therapy
April 27, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 26 MBLisa is joined by special guest Jackie Flynn for a conversation on how to make online play therapy a more deeply connected experience for your child clients and their families. They discuss: ...How you can offer authenticity and co-regulation to the session. ...How to create a sense of safety from the very beginning of the session and connect at deeper levels with your clients. ...How to make it a more meaningful experience for your clients (and yourself). ...And how you can use th...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 92: Embracing Teletherapy
April 27, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 26 MBLisa is joined by special guest Jackie Flynn for a conversation on how to make teletherapy a more deeply connected experience for your child clients and their families. They discuss: ...How you can offer authenticity and co-regulation to the session. ...How to create a sense of safety from the very beginning of the session and connect at deeper levels with your clients. ...How to make it a more meaningful experience for your clients (and yourself). ...And how you can use the fact t...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 91: Interoception in Play Therapy
April 13, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 20.2 MBHow do we know when we are grumpy, tired, overheated, or overwhelmed? ... Lisa talks about this 8th sense called Interoception or the "How do we know" sense, which is absolutely critical to enhancing a child's regulatory capacity ... Why? Because what we see in the playroom is actually not behavioral issues, but really the child's inability to stay connected and regulate through the activation of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). But what does this have to do with Interoception? ... Re...
91. Interoception in Play Therapy
April 13, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 20.2 MBHow do we know when we are grumpy, tired, overheated, or overwhelmed? ... Lisa talks about this 8th sense called Interoception or the "How do we know" sense, which is absolutely critical to enhancing a child's regulatory capacity ... Why? Because what we see in the playroom is actually not behavioral issues, but really the child's inability to stay connected and regulate through the activation of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS). But what does this have to do with Interoception? ... Re...
90. Giving Children (and Ourselves) Permission to Feel in Play Therapy
March 30, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 19.7 MBSometimes we think we're feeling, when we're not ... Sometimes we think we're creating space for our clients to feel, when we're not ... And sometimes we are encouraging avoidance when it's hard to stay in our window of tolerance. Join Lisa in this podcast that's all about reflecting on our own inner experience and gives understanding to this lifelong journey we're all on of learning how to feel at deeper levels so we can help our clients do the same - It's an invitation to look at our re...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 90: Giving Children (and Ourselves) Permission to Feel in Play Therapy
March 30, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 19.7 MBSometimes we think we're feeling, when we're not ... Sometimes we think we're creating space for our clients to feel, when we're not ... And sometimes we are encouraging avoidance when it's hard to stay in our window of tolerance. Join Lisa in this podcast that's all about reflecting on our own inner experience and gives understanding to this lifelong journey we're all on of learning how to feel at deeper levels so we can help our clients do the same - It's an invitation to look at our re...
89. Non-Directive vs. Directive Play Therapy
March 15, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 20.3 MBSometimes we can get stuck in either/or thinking when it comes to whether we use non-directive or directive play therapy modalities. But what if we could understand the significance and potential for both? What if we could go beyond to see that one is not better than the other? And what if we could honor that there are many paths to healing and that all theories serve a purpose? Join Lisa as she discusses how it's possible to combine different theories and approaches, why we might do t...
89. Non-directive vs. Directive Play Therapy
March 15, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 20.3 MBSometimes we can get stuck in either/or thinking when it comes to whether we use non-directive or directive play therapy modalities. But what if we could understand the significance and potential for both? What if we could go beyond to see that one is not better than the other? And what if we could honor that there are many paths to healing and that all theories serve a purpose? Join Lisa as she discusses how it's possible to combine different theories and approaches, why we might do t...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 89: Non-directive vs. Directive Play Therapy
March 15, 2021 10:00 - 25 minutes - 20.3 MBSometimes we can get stuck in either/or thinking when it comes to whether we use non-directive or directive play therapy modalities. But what if we could understand the significance and potential for both? What if we could go beyond to see that one is not better than the other? And what if we could honor that there are many paths to healing and that all theories serve a purpose? Join Lisa as she discusses how it's possible to combine different theories and approaches, why we might do t...
88. Countertransference in Play Therapy
March 01, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MBCountertransference is not something we can avoid, get out of, check at the door, or even separate from ourselves ... In this episode, Lisa discusses how transference and countertransference is really the therapeutic landscape from which to support our clients in a process of deep integration and healing. Using a lens of Synergetic Play Therapy®, Lisa offers an understanding of how countertransference is not something to be afraid of, but something that offers incredible wisdom and a wind...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 88: Countertransference in Play Therapy
March 01, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MBCountertransference is not something we can avoid, get out of, check at the door, or even separate from ourselves ... In this episode, Lisa discusses how transference and countertransference is really the therapeutic landscape from which to support our clients in a process of deep integration and healing. Using a lens of Synergetic Play Therapy®, Lisa offers an understanding of how countertransference is not something to be afraid of, but something that offers incredible wisdom and a wind...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 87: Are Toys Necessary in Play Therapy?
January 28, 2021 18:39 - 24 minutes - 19.4 MB"With the understanding that a toy can be anything at all, we transcend cultural barriers and socioeconomic status to focus on the relationship and use whatever is in the environment. We also honor that the greatest toy in the playroom is really you, the therapist!" -Lisa Dion ARE TOYS NECESSARY IN PLAY THERAPY ... In this latest Lessons from the Playroom, we ask the question, are toys really necessary in play therapy? .... Join Lisa in this podcast episode dedicated to therapists around t...
87. Are Toys Necessary in Play Therapy?
January 28, 2021 18:39 - 24 minutes - 19.4 MB"With the understanding that a toy can be anything at all, we transcend cultural barriers and socioeconomic status to focus on the relationship and use whatever is in the environment. We also honor that the greatest toy in the playroom is really you, the therapist!" -Lisa Dion ARE TOYS NECESSARY IN PLAY THERAPY ... In this latest Lessons from the Playroom, we ask the question, are toys really necessary in play therapy? .... Join Lisa in this podcast episode dedicated to therapists around t...
86. Sonya Joyce: Healing Touch in Play Therapy
January 15, 2021 18:42 - 31 minutes - 23.6 MBJoin Lisa Dion and guest Sonya Joyce as they discuss perhaps one of the most important topics in the play therapy process - touch! ... "Whether we like it or not, touch is a part of the play therapy experience." ... With this in mind, they explore ways to become more mindful and thoughtful about how to bring healing touch to children in the playroom, how to create a neuroception of safety around touch, how to model healthy boundaries and creative ways to bring touch into the child's experi...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 86: Healing Touch in Play Therapy
January 15, 2021 18:42 - 31 minutes - 23.6 MBJoin Lisa Dion and guest Sonya Joyce as they discuss perhaps one of the most important topics in the play therapy process - touch! ... "Whether we like it or not, touch is a part of the play therapy experience." ... With this in mind, they explore ways to become more mindful and thoughtful about how to bring healing touch to children in the playroom, how to create a neuroception of safety around touch, how to model healthy boundaries and creative ways to bring touch into the child's experi...
85. Understanding Left-Brain / Right-Brain Decision Making
January 05, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 20.3 MB"The dysregulation in our body is information about the congruency of our decisions." - Lisa Dion As you enter into 2021, explore how to manifest decisions that are congruent and in alignment with your authentic self. Join Lisa in this unique Lessons from the Playroom podcast that's not just about play therapy ... She'll help you explore how to plan, reflect and make decisions that integrate the left- and right-brain, how to know if you are making a congruent decision, and why...
Lessons from the Playroom Episode 85: Understanding Left-Brain / Right-Brain Decision Making
January 05, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 20.3 MB"The dysregulation in our body is information about the congruency of our decisions." - Lisa Dion As you enter into 2021, explore how to manifest decisions that are congruent and in alignment with your authentic self. Join Lisa in this unique Lessons from the Playroom podcast that's not just about play therapy ... She'll help you explore how to plan, reflect and make decisions that integrate the left- and right-brain, how to know if you are making a congruent decision, and why...