Play Therapy Podcast

Your source for centered and focused Play Therapy coaching. A "Master-Class" in Play Therapy. Breaking down the barriers to high-quality Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) education. No paywalls, no ads, no fluff... all content — just expert, accessible training for every play therapist, free of charge.

CCPT Purism: Small Drifts and Deviations That Undermine the Model
Apr 15, 2025 – 25:13
CCPT Purism: The Paradox of Non-Directive but Highly Structured
Apr 8, 2025 – 34:14
Making Sense of "Baby Talk" in a CCPT Playroom: What It Means and How to Respond
Apr 4, 2025 – 12:45
“You Be the Baby!” — What to Do When Kids Assign You Roles — Staying Child-Centered During Dramatic Play
Apr 2, 2025 – 19:35
CCPT Purism: How Garry Landreth Established and Preserved the Integrity of the Child-Centered Play Therapy Model
Apr 1, 2025 – 18:23
Q&A Lightning Round #8: Four Questions From Three Listeners Answered
Mar 27, 2025 – 34:48
CCPT Purism: How The Guerneys and Filial Therapy Extended the CCPT Model
Mar 25, 2025 – 17:45
Supporting Parents Through Divorce: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby
Mar 20, 2025 – 51:29
CCPT Purism: From Rogers to Axline and the Eight Principles That Shaped the Child-Centered Play Therapy Model
Mar 18, 2025 – 21:20
Playroom Representation: Sensitivity Without Over-Complication
Mar 17, 2025 – 09:53
When Kids Say “Stop Copying Me”, Session Outside? Sandtray Use? Can I Take This Toy Home? Answering Real CCPT Questions
Mar 14, 2025 – 15:52
Client "Fit" in CCPT Isn’t About the Child—It’s About Expectations, Policies, and Processes
Mar 13, 2025 – 13:05
CCPT Purism: The Core Tenets & Conditions That Shaped Child-Centered Play Therapy
Mar 11, 2025 – 24:22
When Directive Play Therapy Backfires: A Case for CCPT
Mar 7, 2025 – 14:55
Following a Child’s Lead vs. Returning Responsibility: Knowing the Difference
Mar 5, 2025 – 11:08
CCPT Purism (New Series): How Rogers Broke the Rules—And Changed Child-Centered Play Therapy Forever
Mar 4, 2025 – 24:36
Room Wrecking, Risk-Taking, and Sensory-Seeking: What’s Behind the Play?
Mar 1, 2025 – 13:07
Keeping CCPT on Track: When a Child Refuses to Stay in the Playroom
Feb 27, 2025 – 13:01
Fine Tuning Limit-Setting: Clarifying the "A" in the ACT Framework
Feb 25, 2025 – 12:00
When Limit-Setting Feels Endless & Does Setting Limits in CCPT Feel Coercive? Let’s Clarify
Feb 21, 2025 – 16:06
When a Child Falls Asleep in Play Therapy: Trusting the CCPT Process
Feb 20, 2025 – 12:07
Adulthood Bias: The Barrier to Parents Understanding Children's Behavior
Feb 18, 2025 – 15:52
When You and the Child Don’t Speak the Same Language in CCPT
Feb 13, 2025 – 13:20
Think You're an Independent Contractor? You Might Not Be. Know the Difference Between Independent Contractor Vs. Employee Categorization
Feb 11, 2025 – 18:37
Fighting for CCPT: How to Advocate for Child-Centered Play Therapy in Sexual Abuse Cases and Trauma Work
Feb 10, 2025 – 14:01
When and How to Use Enlargement in CCPT & Tracking Progress in CCPT (What to Do When Stages Aren’t Clear)
Feb 5, 2025 – 14:42
Mastering Neutrality: Wrap-up (A Reflection on What It Means to Be CCPT)
Feb 4, 2025 – 11:01
Clear Policies + Systems = Happy Clients: Managing Cancellations, No-Shows, and Expectations
Jan 30, 2025 – 14:27
House-Tree-Person in CCPT: Why I Use It and How It Helps
Jan 29, 2025 – 10:55
Mastering Neutrality: Foundations for Neutrality in Child-Centered Play Therapy
Jan 28, 2025 – 19:33
Navigating Tough Conversations with Parents in CCPT
Jan 23, 2025 – 19:57
Early Termination, Rewards, and Night Terrors: Q&A Addressing Unique Playroom Challenges
Jan 22, 2025 – 15:52
Mastering Neutrality: Letting Go of Control and Embracing True Neutrality in the Playroom
Jan 21, 2025 – 12:23
Jan. 3rd Live Event - Q & A Session
Jan 16, 2025 – 37:13
Theoretical Consistency: Avoiding Burnout When Working with All Ages
Jan 15, 2025 – 09:28
Mastering Neutrality: Practicing Neutrality Means Letting Go of Expectations, Not Emotions
Jan 14, 2025 – 20:46
From Cutting to Conversations: Handling Safety Concerns in CCPT
Jan 9, 2025 – 11:00
Integrating CCPT Principles into Child-Led Educational Settings
Jan 8, 2025 – 16:19
Mastering Neutrality: The "Missing Tenet" in Child-Centered Play Therapy
Jan 7, 2025 – 13:08
Becoming a Person of Impact: Beyond the Playroom in 2025
Jan 6, 2025 – 15:20
How to Approach Autism Concerns with Parents as a Child-Centered Play Therapist
Jan 2, 2025 – 14:00
Permission-Seeking and Negative Self-Talk: Staying Neutral in the Child-Centered Playroom
Jan 1, 2025 – 19:13
Adherence, Power, and Certification: A Global CCPT Discussion
Dec 31, 2024 – 13:51
From Frustration to Confidence: Why Theoretical Adherence Matters in Play Therapy
Dec 30, 2024 – 30:09
Why Hiding Toys Matters: Reflecting Permanence and Trust in the Child-Centered Playroom
Dec 20, 2024 – 11:35
Separation Anxiety and Resistance: Trusting the CCPT Process
Dec 19, 2024 – 16:11
Why Kids Use "Potty Talk" in Session — And How to Stay Child-Centered When Responding
Dec 18, 2024 – 13:25
A Tidal Wave of Change: How CCPT is Transforming Lives Worldwide
Dec 17, 2024 – 13:06
Children Deserve Therapy: The Case for Child-Centered Play Therapy
Dec 13, 2024 – 27:11
Short on Time, Big on Impact: CCPT for Kids with Communication Barriers
Dec 12, 2024 – 12:32