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Podcast: Play Therapy Podcast: A Master-Class in Child-Centered Play Therapy
Episode: 237 | Navigating End-of-Session Challenges: Taking Toys and Child Won't Leave the Playroom
Description: In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address a question from Jess in Florida about how to handle a child who refuses to leave the playroom after being asked to return a toy. Jess shares her experience with a seven-year-old client who initially resisted putting back a Lego treasure chest and then curled up on the floor, refusing to leave. I discuss how to set limits effectively within the child-centered play therapy (CCPT) model, emphasizing the importance of reflecting feelings, maintaining patience, and creating choices that empower the child to self-regulate. I also provide strategies...