Playful Beginnings
Maggie Parker and Kristie OpiolaWelcome to playful beginnings. Within this podcast, Dr. Kristie Opiola and Dr. Maggie Parker explore the magic of play therapy, the why behind what we do, and how play therapy helps children heal and grow. This podcast is helpful for current play therapists, students and professionals interested in working with children or becoming play therapists, and anyone who is interested in creating transfor... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 92 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessRelationshipsSociety & CultureMental Health | |||
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ahou Line to dive into one of the most critical—and often daunting—aspects of being a play therapist: working with parents and caregivers. Dr. Line shares insights from her new Routledge textbook, Working with Pa... more
Listen in to hear more from Dr. Jenna Taylor on children who experience internalizing behaviors. Dr. Taylor engaged in a large meta-analysis to better understand the effect of CCPT on children who experience anxiety, depression, social withdrawal, am... more
Join us as we speak with Dr. Jenna Taylor, author of a newly published meta analysis of CCPT and Internalizing Behaviors. Drs. Kristie and Maggie speak with Dr. Jenna about her entry into Child Centered Play Therapy, her experience as a CCPT therapis... more
When we think of depression in adults, we picture sadness, withdrawal, and low energy. But in children, depression rarely looks like a miniature version of adult despair. Instead, it frequently masks itself as irritability, physical somatic complaint... more
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- So glad I found this podcast
I happened to find this show in such an indirect way and am sharing it with my fellow CCPT therapists. I love its gentle but loyal adherence to the CCPT model. It can be easy to fall into the trap of trying to “follow the rules” of child centered play therapy and adversely impact the relationship between child and therapist. Thank you for having a softer approach while still remaining grounded in theory. Keep going with podcast! Listeners will find you!!
Also, Please have Dee Ray on again and a... more
Apple Podcasts5LnfromLSal
United States4 months ago - A must listen for play therapists!
Absolutely love this podcast! The hosts are warm, knowledgeable, and passionate about child-centered play therapy. Every episode strikes a great balance between theory and real-world application, making it practical for both new and experienced clinicians. Their insights are grounded, thoughtful, and immediately useful in the playroom. A must-listen for anyone who works with children in a therapeutic setting!
Apple Podcasts5AjfidoenfjsowUnited Statesa year ago - Great intro to the world of play and children
Fantastic intro to all things play therapy for anyone interested in learning more or starting out in working with children in therapeutic spaces! Will be sharing with my graduate interns and other therapists new to creating safe and healing relationships with children.
Apple Podcasts5SeharigUnited States2 years ago - Clear and helpful!
Dr. Parker is so clear and helpful in her explanations of child behavior and her advice for parents is insightful and spot on!
Apple Podcasts5LizCQUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #246 |  Canada/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
Apple Podcasts | #230 |  Hong Kong/Health & Fitness/Mental Health |
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What is Playful Beginnings about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A practical, expert-led exploration of child-centered play therapy (CCPT) and its applications in schools, clinics, and homes. Conversations center on relational approaches, family collaboration, and strategies to support autistic and anxious children, with practical tips for teachers and parents, as well as honest discussions about implementation barriers, research, and real-world outcomes. Noteworthy is a strong emphasis on relational safety, neurodiversity, and the integration of CCPT into educational and clinical settings, making it useful for therapists, educators, and parents seeking practical insights and evidence-based approaches.
Potential listeners should expect a warm, professional tone with actionable guidance, case examples, a... more
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1. Play Therapy Podcast: A Master-Class in Child-Centered Play Therapy
2. Play Therapy Parenting: Real Parenting Questions Answered by a Child Therapist
3. Lessons from the Playroom
4. The Daily
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Playful Beginnings launched 2 years ago and published 92 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Playful Beginnings include:
1. Dr. Jenna Taylor
2. PJ Blanco
3. Lisa Rice
4. Elisabeth Rice
5. Regine Chung
6. Dr. Hayley Stulmaker
7. Hayley Stulmaker
8. Amy Work
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