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Podcast: Play Therapy Podcast: A Master-Class in Child-Centered Play Therapy
Episode: 337 | Art of the Session: Narrative Commentary in CCPT
Description: In this episode of the Art of the Session series, I introduce a skill I call Narrative Commentary—a powerful tool for those quiet, reflective moments in session when neither content nor emotion is being expressed verbally. When a child isn't talking or showing strong emotion, tracking behavior becomes our go-to—but it can quickly become monotonous. Narrative commentary bridges that gap, allowing us to provide authentic, observational dialogue that honors what the child is doing in a more fluid and relational way. I explain how narrative commentary can prevent sessions from feeling robotic, offer practical examples, and...