
Welcome 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 | 68 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureRelationshipsHealth & FitnessMental Health | |||

ADHD is often treated as a compliance problem rather than a nervous system and executive functioning difference.
In this episode of Playful Beginnings, we examine: • Core ADHD symptom presentation across development • Regulation, impulse control, wo... more
Are you missing the subtle signs of ADHD in your home or classroom?
ADHD is often misunderstood- we hear about it all the time, but what is it actually?
In this episode of Playful Beginnings, Kristie and Maggie delve into what ADHD looks like in ... more
Parents often ask: “What does this diagnosis actually mean for my child?”
Play therapists often ask: “How do I explain diagnosis without labeling, limiting, or pathologizing the child?”
In this episode, we explore: • What diagnosis is (and isn’t) i... more
When we talk about diagnosis in children, it’s easy to feel like we’re "boxing them in." But at PlayTherapySpace, we view diagnosis through a different lens: The Child-Centered Perspective.
A diagnosis isn’t a definition of who the child is—it’s a g... more
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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!
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.
Dr. Parker is so clear and helpful in her explanations of child behavior and her advice for parents is insightful and spot on!
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