Play Therapy Community

Play Therapy Community

Welcome to our Play Therapy Community podcast! If you are a child therapist, or other professional that supports children and teen's mental health in any capacity, or just want to hear some great information about Play Therapy and more, this is the podcast for you.

Episodes

July 8, 2025 26 mins

Episode 110: I Am the Shell

In this episode, I share a personal moment from the Violet Solomon Oaklander Foundation (VSOF) conference...an experience that stayed with me long after I came home.

During a Sandtray demonstration with Dr. Peter Mortola, I was invited to choose a figure that sto...

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Podcast Episode: The Power of First Connection After a Long Break

Welcome back to the Play Therapy Community Podcast. Today, we’re focusing on an essential topic that child therapists can use in their own lives and when working with parents and families: the importance of those first moments when reconnecting with a child after a long break. Whether it’s been a day, a week, or longer, the way we reconnect ...

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Welcome Back!

Hi, it’s Jackie Flynn here! I’m so excited to dive into the world of play therapy with you today. In this episode, I’ll be sharing how play therapy has been a huge part of my life and practice, helping people of all ages heal in ways that words alone can’t.

What We’ll Cover:

  • The Power of Play:
    Play isn’t just for kids—we all need it, even our pets! Play helps build deeper connections, manage st...

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Here's my conversation with Dr. Robert Jason Grant as he shares about AutPlay Therapy. Robert Jason Grant is a licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Association for Play Therapy and is the creator of AutPlay Therapy.

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Christine Mark-Griffin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My conversation with Christine was super exciting, I hope you find it exciting as well. Don't forget to visit Christine's website and show her some love! https://www.sparkallwellness.com/


Here's Marshall's website https://www.marshalllyles.com/

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Join me in conversation with Ryan Uner. I met him at the 2nd Annual Neuroscience of Play Therapy Summit.  His story is pretty inspirational.  He is a grad student at University of Central Florida

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 At the time of this recording I at a hotel in LaGrange Kentucky with the board members of Kentucky Association for Play Therapy.  I am so inspired by their passion for Play, dedication to helping others, and pure kindness for humanity.  If you'd like to learn more about them visit http://kyapt.org/

If you'd like to learn more about Play Therapy visit https://www.a4pt.org/?

Visit www.playtherapycommunity.com for more of Jackie Flyn...

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February 28, 2023 31 mins

This episode is with Annie Monaco, Ann Beckley-Forest, Fran Waters and Mark Nickerson! They are providing a training "Recognizing & Treating Youth with Dissociation" – 6 CEUs per day for March 10 - 12, 2023. For the Early Bird Discount, regiser by Sunday, March 5, 2023.

 

Register at emdradvancedtrainings.co

https://emdradvancedtrainings.com/product/recognizing-treating-youth-with-dissociation/ playfulemdr.com playtherapycommunity...

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January 20, 2023 33 mins

Today I'm joined by Marshall Lyles, I am so excited to share this conversation with you today.

If you want to learn more about Marshall Lyles you can visit his website at https://www.marshalllyles.com/

Ready to take your EMDR practice to the next level? Join the EMDR Learning Community https://emdr-learning.com/share/TzabloXTllAx8cpw?utm_source=manual 

Interested in networking with other Therapists in the Play Therapy Communi...

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Today I'm having a conversation with Doctor Becky to discuss the NeedsConnection Parenting Model. I'm so excited to share this experience with you.
If you want to learn more about Doctor Becky you can visit her website at https://doctorbecky.com/

Ready to take your EMDR practice to the next level? Join the EMDR Learning Community https://emdr-learning.com/share/TzabloXTllAx8cpw?utm_source=manual 

Interested in networking with ot...

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December 13, 2022 24 mins

Rotem Brayer talks with me in person about EMDR Training, Rotem is responsible for creating the EMDR Learning community. If you've received EMDR training, you probably already know who Rotem is, if not make sure to listen closely this episode because he is so amazing.

Make sure to bookmark Rotem's website https://emdartnscience.com/

Ready to take your EMDR practice to the next level? Join the EMDR Learning Community https://emdr...

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Leslie Doctor joins me in St. Louis Missouri at the Association for Play Therapy Conference to talk about ADHD. She is so fun.  And, so very AUTHENTIC! 

Leslie's group practice is https://nurturefamilycounseling.com/

Dr. Robert Jason Grant's website and book can be found at https://autplaytherapy.com/

Marhsall Lyles' website: https://marshalllyles.com

Interested in networking with other Therapists in the Play Therapy Community?...

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Today I am so excited to share my conversation with Anne Beckely Forest and Annie Monaco on the Podcast.

The Playful EMDR Summit is coming up in just about a week, the in person tickets are sold out, but there's still time left to attend virtually. For those of you who are attending in person, I cannot wait to meet you, make sure if you see me to wave me down and say hello!

Anne Beckley Forest's website is https://www.annbeckley...

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Irma is with us today to share her experience with brainspotting.  I met Irma at Dr. Karen Fried's Oaklander Model's training.

Interested in networking with other Therapists in the Play Therapy Community? Here’s our facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/playtherapycommunity


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October 11, 2022 16 mins

Melissa LaVigne shares a personal story of an accident her daughter experienced stumbling down the stairs, and how Play Therapy helped her process that trauma and heal from the incident.

Want to learn more about Melissa? Here's her website https://www.melissalavignelcsw.com/ and her books can be found on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Melissa-LaVigne-LCSW-RPT/e/B08C9W285R%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

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September 20, 2022 49 mins

Today I'm so excited to share my conversation with Debbie Korn, Michael Baldwin, and Rotam Brayer with you. If you'd like to learn more about Michael and Debbie's book, you can go to https://www.everymemorydeservesrespect.com/, and there's a free preview for you to read on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Every-Memory-Deserves-Respect-Therapy/dp/1523511427

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Ronda and Jacob join me to discuss their unique handcrafted play therapy doll designed for children who have a difficult time expressing their feelings. If you’d like to learn more about the ALLMEE doll, you should browse Ronda and Jacob’s website for more information: https://playtherapytrainingresources.com/all-mee-therapeutic-doll/ Read more

In this week’s episode I wanted to talk to everyone directly. I recently enjoyed another birthday, and felt I should share some of the lessons I’ve learned overtime as a Play Therapist.

I explain 3 basic practices, applicable not only in our work, but also in our daily lives as human ...

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Join me in conversation with Nicole Looney. I recently met Nicole at an EMDR Advanced training with Dr. Dobo.  We hit if off right away.  She’s so passionate about what she does.  Her work ethic, skill level, experience, insight, and pure BRILLIANCE is incredible.  In this episode, she shares her bucket metaphor with us.  I love the way she describes how we can help our clients manage their stress le...

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Join me in conversation about with Bridger Falkenstien and Caleb Boston as we chat about the Polyvagal Theory.  I met these guy through the Notice That podcast at Beyond Healing. I first met Bridger, the...

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