May 6, 2025
Lisa is back with another episode of the Little Lessons Series, answering your insightful questions about navigating the complexities of the playroom. Today’s episode focuses on how to handle those challenging moments in therapy where uncertainty, emotional flooding, and parents’ concerns come into play.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Chrissy’s question: “What do you
do when a child can’t decide on what to play with or doesn’t even
play after coming for weeks?”
Lisa breaks down how to navigate moments of hesitation, offering
insights on how to remain present and supportive without rushing to
fix the situation. She also discusses how emotional age and
developmental stage impact engagement in play.
Sally’s question: “What do you do
when the parent tells you they don’t want their child to play with
aggressive toys or engage in aggressive play, like war
play?”
Lisa explores the importance of understanding the parent’s concerns
and how to guide the conversation to help them see how aggressive
play can be therapeutic and necessary for the child’s emotional
expression and processing.
Carolyn’s question: “How do you
respond when a child says ‘I love you’ or asks if you’ll move in
with them or be their mother?”
Lisa offers valuable advice on how to respond authentically to
these deeply emotional moments, explaining how to navigate the
child’s need for connection while maintaining professional
boundaries and emotional safety.
Join Lisa for a candid and thought-provoking conversation, as she offers practical strategies to help you stay grounded and authentic when facing common and challenging scenarios in the playroom.
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