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Podcast: Lessons from the Playroom
Episode: 175. Books as Bridges: Co-Regulation and Attachment through Bibliotherapy with Tammi Van Hollander
Description: In this special episode, Lisa welcomes Tammi Van Hollander, LCSW, RPT-Sā¢, to explore a transformative approach to bibliotherapy. Moving beyond the traditional view of books as cognitive tools, Tammi introduces us to using bibliotherapy as a means for co-regulation, attachment, and creating a sense of safety within the therapeutic space. Tammi, who was initially trained in client-centered play therapy, shares her journey of discovering the profound impact that books can have when used as co-regulators. Through her experiences and insights, she reveals how stories can extend beyond mere words, becoming powerful tools that facilitate deeper connections between ch...