Dec 30, 2025
Original Air Date: June 12, 2019
"When it comes to giftedness, one of the most important things to focus on is how these children manage their internal worlds." – Lisa Dion
Gifted children are undeniably bright, but their intellectual abilities come with unique emotional and regulatory challenges. In this episode, Lisa Dion explores the nuances of working with gifted children in play therapy, highlighting how self-imposed high standards, perfectionism, and intense inner expectations can lead to boredom, frustration, or anxiety.
What You’ll Learn:
- How gifted children differ from highly intelligent children in their emotional and regulatory needs
- The impact of self-imposed standards on their emotional well-being
- Strategies to help gifted children navigate and manage their internal worlds
- Practical ways to support creativity, curiosity, and self-regulation in the playroom
Tune in for insights and practical approaches to help gifted children thrive emotionally, socially, and intellectually, while honoring their unique inner experiences.
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