https://www.meehanmentalhealth.com/the-playful-therapist-blog/taming-the-tiger-play-therapy-intervention-for-anger Really great article called Taming the Tigers by Ann Meehan Anger is complex. And something that is a right brain process can be hard to articulate and describe. Especially if you are a child who isn’t quite fully developed in their prefrontal cortex. Okay – talking about anger is tough for grownups too. One of my most favorite interventions is …
Teaching kids mindful breathing exercises goes beyond just calming the mind, it equips them with the power of emotional regulation. These techniques enhance focus, reduce stress, and promote a sense of well-being. By incorporating simple and fun breathing exercises into their daily routine, children can build a foundation for better emotional health, improved concentration, and …
As I start my journey to understand PDA and how it impacts my clients, I have found some wonderful resources to help others: First I found a workshop (see link) https://courses.jentaylorplaytherapy.com/courses/pathological-demand-avoidance-play-therapy called Pathological Demand Avoidance and Play Therapy (4 Hours) 4 APT Non-Contact Credits from The Treehouse, APT Approved Provider 21-65. I found the information …
Too Much Weather is an activity book to help children cope with natural disasters such as hurricanes. Too Much Weather is designed to be completed with a parent, teacher or adult helper/provider. The activities for this book were created by Drs. Anne Stewart and Danielle Budash, both Registered Play Therapist – Supervisors and faculty in the Department of Graduate Psychology …
Based on systematic interviews with children of different ages, psychologist Robert Selman offers a very useful 5-level framework for understanding developmental trends in children’s friendships. Each of these levels is described below. LEVEL 0 Friendship—Momentary Playmates: “I Want It My Way” (Approximate ages: 3-6 years) Children at this stage view friends as momentary playmates, and …
Digital Play TherapyTM is a modality that utilizes highly motivating, immersive activities to incorporate the therapeutic powers of play into the play therapy process to deepen relationships, gain mastery and skill development, psycho-education, mindfulness, decrease anxiety and so much more. Video games may provide an opportunity for exploring important themes in a child’s life, in …
The Evidence-Based Child Therapy site was developed out of an effort to ensure that professionals, parents, and others concerned with the mental health and welfare of children are able to access accurate, peer-reviewed research findings relevant to their interests and needs. The overarching goal of this website is to provide greater visibility for the evidence …
AutPlay® Therapy was created by Dr. Robert Jason Grant. It is a neurodiversity affirming framework for implementing play therapy. The AutPlay framework is neurodiversity paradigm informed and designed to help child and play therapists address the mental health needs of neurodivergent children ages 3-18 (autistic children, those with ADHD, social anxiety, sensory differences, learning differences, …
The Association for Play Therapy (APT) Annual International Conference and Exposition offers post-graduate education and training, networking opportunities, and idea exchange for professionals across disciplines. This annual conference has been so helpful to me; in my education as a Play Therapist, in the development of a wonderful support system, and in acquiring wonderful techniques and …
As a play therapist supervisor, I know that training and supervision to become a play therapist can get pricey. While it’s not possible to get all of the training you need for very cheap or free, I think it’s important that those interested know that there are free trainings and low-cost trainings available. Please check …
