play therapy
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Beginner’s Mind and Our Inner Child
When we have no thought of achievement, no thought of self, we are true beginners. Then we can really learn…
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The Hope of Renewal
“And in the spring, I shed my skin, and it blows away with the changing winds”. — Florence + The…
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Bonding for Life: FirstPlay Therapy
How do we know when we are in a healthy intimate relationship? What might we notice? Empathy? Mutuality? Comforting Touch?…
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The Healing Power of Art
Making art is like giving a gift: evidence of your spirit and that you are here. – Patty Mitchel I…
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Art Activity for Kids: Feelings Heart
As a play therapist and a mother of two, I am often encouraging children to find ways to express their…
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Play as Preventative Care At Any Age
“The opposite of play is not work—it’s depression.” — Brian Sutton Smith As a play therapist, I support young people…
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Changing Seasons and Shifting Gears
It is nearly Labor Day already! How did another summer go by so fast, when just yesterday seemed like Memorial…
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Healing for Helpers
2022 March Newsletter: Healing for the Helpers Healing for Helpers by Vanessa Mortillo “My mother would say to me, ‘Look…
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Blessings during these uncertain times
For what are you most grateful as you look back over the year and why? That I persevered and came…
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The Infinity of Each Moment
Campbell, LPC “Wherever you are, be there totally.” – Eckhart Tolle. In our culture, there is a lot…
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From Little “T’s” to Big “T’s”; Alleviating Stressors Using Trauma Focused Therapy Approaches
Life is stressful! No one is immune from experiencing stress, whether it is the day…
