Want to create an interactive transcript for this episode?
Podcast: Play Therapy Podcast: A Master-Class in Child-Centered Play Therapy
Episode: 341 | Art of the Session: Role Play in CCPT - Staying Centered When the Child Assigns You a Role
Description: In this episode of the Art of the Session series, I focus on how we engage in role play within child-centered play therapy sessions—and more importantly, how to do it without taking over the process. Role play often trips up even seasoned therapists, especially when we assume, ad-lib, or react without clarity. I share specific examples of how to stay grounded, use whisper or wonder techniques when unclear, and how to remain neutral in your tone and response—no matter how absurd, violent, or emotional the play might get. Whether it's being assigned the role of a qu...