This episode originally aired in June 2023 when Synergetic Play Therapy turned 15 this year 🎉 (and was also Lisa's birthday week! 🥳), which made it the perfect moment to pause and reflect on how far the field of play therapy has come—and where it might be headed next.
In this celebratory episode, Lisa dives into the evolution of the mental health and play therapy fields—from early models focused on behavior change to today's integrative approaches that honor the nervous system, the body, and the power of relationship. You'll hear about the rise of neuroscience, Polyvagal Theory, interpersonal neurobiology, and the increasing recognition that you—the therapist—are the most important toy in the playroom. 💕
And of course, Lisa can't help but look to the future, offering thoughts on what might be next for the field, including the emerging role of perception and the mind in the healing process.
🎧 Whether you've been tuning in since 2017 or just recently joined us, thank you. We've reached over a million downloads, and we're so grateful you're part of the journey.
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