Why the Playroom Must Evolve: Embracing Digital Play Therapy & AI with Jessica Stone (Best of)
Originally aired July 29, 2025 In this powerful follow-up episode, Lisa reunites with psychologist, author, and digital play therapy pioneer...
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Lessons from the Playroom
The Play Therapy Institute of Colorado’s “Lessons From the Playroom” Podcasts are a series of recorded podcasts designed to help therapists understand the little lessons that kids teach us t...
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Dissociation Reimagined: Honoring the Inner World of Therapist and Child (Best of)
Originally aired July 15, 2025 In this powerful and deeply human episode, Lisa is joined by two internationally recognized leaders in the fi...
When the Body Remembers: Psychosensory Healing, Play Therapy & the Wisdom Within (Best of)
Originally aired June 1, 2025 She's back—and the energy in the room just elevated. In one of the most moving and illuminating episodes to da...
Introducing Family Constellation Work: A Systemic Lens for Play Therapists (Best of)
Originally aired June 17, 2025 🎙️ She's back! In her fourth appearance, Lisa welcomes the deeply loved and returning guest Mili Sarmiento S...
The Final Little Lessons Series: What to Do When You're Overwhelmed in the Playroom (Best of)
Originally aired May 20, 2025 Lisa is back with the final episode of the Little Lessons Series, wrapping up this heartfelt Q&A journey by an...
Unleashing your Creativity: A Conversation with Mama Owls Minis (Best of)
Originally aired June 3, 2025 In this heartfelt and most inspiring episode, Lisa sits down with Catherine and Alicia Denham—the visionary cl...
Little Lessons Series: Addressing Hesitation, Aggressive Play, and Emotional Boundaries (Best of)
Originally aired May 6, 2025 Lisa is back with another episode of the Little Lessons Series, answering your insightful questions about navig...
When the Aggressor is You: Therapist Activation in the Playroom with Mili Shoemaker (Best of)
Originally aired April 8, 2025 "Every part of us, even the ones we've been taught to reject, holds the potential for growth and healing." –...
Navigating ADHD Through Play Therapy – A Dual Perspective with Tony Vallance (Best of)
Originally aired March 25, 2025 "Every child has the capacity to heal and grow, but it starts with meeting them where they are—with respect,...
The Power of Poetry in Play Therapy: A Conversation with Hannah Young (Best of)
Originally aired March 11, 2025 "Every child has the capacity to heal and grow, but it starts with meeting them where they are—with respect,...
Cultural Awareness in Play Therapy | A Conversation with Dr. Carmen Cubillo (Best of)
Originally aired February 25, 2025 "We all walk around in our little cultural bubble, and sometimes, without realizing it, that bubble shape...
Attachment to Self: The Cornerstone of Healing with Mili Shoemaker (Best of)
Original air date: Feb 11, 2025 In this episode, Lisa is joined by Mili Shoemaker, a Synergetic Play Therapy supervisor trainer, long-time c...
Unveiling Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) Through a Play Therapy Lens (Best of)
Original air date: Jan 28, 2025 In this episode, Lisa reconnects with Natascha Lawrence, a Synergetic Play Therapy Supervisor, EMDR Practiti...
The Way of Play: A New Approach to Connection in Play Therapy with Georgie Wissen Vincent (Best of)
Original air date: Dec 31, 2024 In this episode, Lisa is joined by Georgie Wissen Vincent. She is a play therapist, co-founder of the Play S...
Little Lessons Series: Messes, Transitions, and Bathroom Breaks - Listener Q&A with Lisa (Best of)
Original air date: Dec 03, 2024 We're diving into another special Q&A episode of Lessons from the Playroom! Lisa is answering three thought-...
Climbing the Mountain: A Holistic Approach to Family Play Therapy with Stacy Jagger (Best of)
Original air date: Dec 17, 2024 In this episode, Lisa welcomes back the inspiring Dr. Stacy Jagger, affectionately known as "Dr. Sassy," to...
Navigating Life's Transitions: An Empty Nester's Journey with Lisa (Best of)
Original air date: Nov 11, 2024 In this heartfelt episode, Lisa steps into the spotlight as she's interviewed by long-time colleague and Cer...
Little Lessons Series: Navigating the Teenage Terrain - Q&A with Lisa (Best of)
Original air date: Oct 01, 2024 Lisa is back to answer more of your burning questions! And this time, we're diving deep into the world of te...
Beyond Toys: Play Therapy Across Medical, Occupational, and Animal-Assisted Settings (Best of)
Original air date: May 14, 2024 Lisa is joined by three remarkable professionals, Jacque Maben, Cara Smith, and Amy Pennington, to uncover t...
Books as Bridges: Co-Regulation and Attachment through Bibliotherapy with Tammi Van Hollander (Best of)
Original air date: September 3, 2024 Lisa welcomes Tammi Van Hollander, LCSW, RPT-S, to explore a transformative approach to bibliotherapy....