How to Make Virtual Therapy Work for the Child that: “Can’t Do Virtual!”
Written By: Lindsay Crowe RSW MSW CPT This year, as both an individual and a clinician, I’ve felt: unsure, confused and defeated. I’ve also had the opportunity to: be creative, foster connections, and adapt. Which, is often what we are encouraging our clients to do....
Theraplay® – A First Step to Managing Emotional Regulation
(First Published in The Canadian Association for Child and Play Therapy’s National Magazine - Playground, April 2011) Lorie Walton, M.Ed, CPT/S, RP Certified Theraplay® Therapist Trainer Supervisor Owner of Family First Play Therapy Centre Inc...
It Takes a Village…
Deciding whether to call a professional to help you with your child is not an easy decision. Many parents feel shameful and insecure and often don’t talk about the challenges of raising their children to anyone within their circle of support (if they have one). It...
Developing Attachments Through Play
Developing Attachments through Theraplay® By Lorie Walton, M.Ed., Certified Theraplay® Therapist Trainer Supervisor Certified Child Psychotherapist Play Therapist Supervisor A Theraplay® therapist is holding a disorganized, anxious child in her lap, checking out what...
The Power of Play
When Play Matters Most Children suffering from traumatic illnesses and injuries gain powerful benefits from medical play. Poked, prodded and pricked by more medical devices than any young child should have to endure, Christopher was understandably wary of what his...