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Play Therapy Community

by Jackie Flynn, EMDRIA Approved Consultant

This podcast was created to help parents around the world with the "biggies" of family life. Play Therapy Community will present a fresh, insightful episode once a week, usually on Thursday mornings.On this podcast, we will cover topics such as picky eaters, struggles in school, behavioral issues, grief and loss, and so much more. We'll also delve into specific diagnosis such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disabilities, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, etc. Difficult topics, such as parenting through separation/divorce, depression, anxiety struggles, relationship struggles, and such will be explored as well.As the host of Play Therapy Community, I feel honored that you are joining us on this journey for knowledge to truly help our children in a way that honors their mind, body, and soul. My name is Jackie Flynn, and I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist, Registered Play Therapist, Education Specialist, Adolescent Life Coach and a Parent Educator.

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Episodes

  1. 126: Supporting Neurodivergent Clients Through Play, EMDR, and Advocacy with Dr. Robert Jason Grant

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  2. 125: AI, EMDR, and Attachment Informed Playing With Time with guests Mark Brayne and Rotem Brayer

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  3. 124: The Wisdom of Momma Cheetah: Safety, Trust, Instinct, and the Return to Self With Dr. Tanya Defferary

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  4. 123: Safe Enough: When Safety Doesn't Feel Safe with Jackie Flynn

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  5. 122: Exploring AI in EMDR with Jocelyn Fitzgerald

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  6. 121: Co-Regulation, EMDR, and a Mama Turtle Story with Lisa Dion

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  7. 120: "Before Trauma Processing" Safety, Stabilization, and Protective Parts in EMDR

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  8. 119: Why Every Suggestion Matters in EMDR Therapy "Recommending IS Clinical"

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  9. 118: Should Parents Be in EMDR Sessions With Kids and Teens?

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  10. 117: Moving through the 8 phases of EMDR therapy With Jackie Flynn

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  11. 116: Deepening The Work: Integrating Symbols, Sandtray, and Play in EMDR with Theresa Fraser

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  12. 115: The Power of EMDR and Sand Tray in Generational Healing with Waldo Winborn

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  13. 113: Using Sound in EMDR Therapy: Waves, Beats, and Brain Healing With Haruna Nail

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  14. 114: The Duality of Dissociation: An EMDR Therapist's Perspective with Marshall Lyles

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  15. 112: High Conflict Family Systems: Protecting Children's Well-being with Dr. Kristin Wallace

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  16. 111: Exploring the Depth of Sandtray Therapy with Dr. Roz Heiko

    Welcome to EMDR Playground, the podcast for therapists who want to integrate EMDR and play with confidence, clarity, and creativity. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, Registered Play Therapist, EMDRIA Trainer, and author of the EMDR with Kids Flipchart, this show explores how fidelity to the EMDR model, a...

  17. 110: I Am the Shell

    Episode 110: I Am the Shell In this episode, I share a personal moment from the Violet Solomon Oaklander Foundation (VSOF) conference...an experience that stayed with me long after I came home. During a Sandtray demonstration with Dr. Peter Mortola, I was invited to choose a figure that stood out...

  18. 109: The Power of a Loving Glance in Reconnection After a Long Break

    Podcast Episode: The Power of First Connection After a Long Break Welcome back to the Play Therapy Community Podcast. Today, we're focusing on an essential topic that child therapists can use in their own lives and when working with parents and families: the importance of those first moments when...

  19. 108. Therapeutic Play: Tranforming Lives Across the Ages

    Welcome Back! Hi, it's Jackie Flynn here! I'm so excited to dive into the world of play therapy with you today. In this episode, I'll be sharing how play therapy has been a huge part of my life and practice, helping people of all ages heal in ways that words alone can't. What We'll Cover: The…

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  20. 107. AutPlay® Therapy for Autistic Children and Adolescents

    Here's my conversation with Dr. Robert Jason Grant as he shares about AutPlay Therapy. Robert Jason Grant is a licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Association for Play Therapy and is the creator of AutPlay...

  21. 106. EMDR Resources in Child Therapy with Christine Mark-Griffin, LCSW

    Christine Mark-Griffin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My conversation with Christine was super exciting, I hope you find it exciting as well. Don't forget to visit Christine's website and show her some love! https://www.sparkallwellness.com/ Here's Marshall's website...

  22. 105. "I would literally fall to the ground because of it, but I had to get up." : from adversity to helping children with epilepsy through Play Therapy

    Join me in conversation with Ryan Uner. I met him at the 2nd Annual Neuroscience of Play Therapy Summit. His story is pretty inspirational. He is a grad student at University of Central Florida https://playtherapycommunity.teachable.com/courses/ https://playtherapycommunity.com/

  23. 104. Play Therapists Sharing: Kentucky APT Community Outreach

    At the time of this recording I at a hotel in LaGrange Kentucky with the board members of Kentucky Association for Play Therapy. I am so inspired by their passion for Play, dedication to helping others, and pure kindness for humanity. If you'd like to learn more about them visit http://kyapt.org/...

  24. 103. Dissociation in Kids

    This episode is with Annie Monaco, Ann Beckley-Forest, Fran Waters and Mark Nickerson! They are providing a training "Recognizing & Treating Youth with Dissociation" – 6 CEUs per day for March 10 - 12, 2023. For the Early Bird Discount, regiser by Sunday, March 5, 2023. Register at...

  25. 102. Understanding Ableism & Disablism

    Today I'm joined by Marshall Lyles, I am so excited to share this conversation with you today. If you want to learn more about Marshall Lyles you can visit his website at https://www.marshalllyles.com/ Ready to take your EMDR practice to the next level? Join the EMDR Learning Community...

  26. 101. Practical Applications of the NeedsConnection Parenting Model

    Today I'm having a conversation with Doctor Becky to discuss the NeedsConnection Parenting Model. I'm so excited to share this experience with you. If you want to learn more about Doctor Becky you can visit her website at https://doctorbecky.com/ Ready to take your EMDR practice to the next…

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  27. 100. EMDR Explained with Rotem Brayer

    Rotem Brayer talks with me in person about EMDR Training, Rotem is responsible for creating the EMDR Learning community. If you've received EMDR training, you probably already know who Rotem is, if not make sure to listen closely this episode because he is so amazing. Make sure to bookmark…

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  28. 99. ADHD Realities From a Personal and Clinical Perspective with Leslie Doctor

    Leslie Doctor joins me in St. Louis Missouri at the Association for Play Therapy Conference to talk about ADHD. She is so fun. And, so very AUTHENTIC! Leslie's group practice is https://nurturefamilycounseling.com/ Dr. Robert Jason Grant's website and book can be found at...

  29. 98. EMDR with young children with Anne, Annie, & Jackie

    Today I am so excited to share my conversation with Anne Beckely Forest and Annie Monaco on the Podcast. The Playful EMDR Summit is coming up in just about a week, the in person tickets are sold out, but there's still time left to attend virtually. For those of you who are attending in person, I...

  30. 96. Brainspotting: Irma Shares a Powerful Story of Healing & Hope

    Irma is with us today to share her experience with brainspotting. I met Irma at Dr. Karen Fried's Oaklander Model's training. Interested in networking with other Therapists in the Play Therapy Community? Here's our facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/playtherapycommunity Ready to take...

  31. 95. A Heartfelt Story of the Power of PLAY

    Melissa LaVigne shares a personal story of an accident her daughter experienced stumbling down the stairs, and how Play Therapy helped her process that trauma and heal from the incident. Want to learn more about Melissa? Here's her website https://www.melissalavignelcsw.com/ and her books can be...

  32. 94. Every Memory Deserves Respect

    Today I'm so excited to share my conversation with Debbie Korn, Michael Baldwin, and Rotam Brayer with you. If you'd like to learn more about Michael and Debbie's book, you can go to https://www.everymemorydeservesrespect.com/, and there's a free preview for you to read on amazon:...

  33. 93. ALLMEE, a therapeutic doll to help children identify and express their inner world.

    Ronda and Jacob join me to discuss their unique handcrafted play therapy doll designed for children who have a difficult time expressing their feelings. If you'd like to learn more about the ALLMEE doll, you should browse Ronda and Jacob's website for more information:...

  34. 92. 3 Lessons in Play Therapy for My Birthday

    In this week's episode I wanted to talk to everyone directly. I recently enjoyed another birthday, and felt I should share some of the lessons I've learned overtime as a Play Therapist. I explain 3 basic practices, applicable not only in our work, but also in our daily lives as human beings. When...

  35. 91. Poke a Hole in Your Bucket with Nicole Looney

    Join me in conversation with Nicole Looney. I recently met Nicole at an EMDR Advanced training with Dr. Dobo. We hit if off right away. She's so passionate about what she does. Her work ethic, skill level, experience, insight, and pure BRILLIANCE is incredible. In this episode, she shares her...

  36. 90. A Chat with Bridger and Caleb about the Polyvagal Theory and PLAY Therapy

    Join me in conversation about with Bridger Falkenstien and Caleb Boston as we chat about the Polyvagal Theory. I met these guy through the Notice That podcast at Beyond Healing. I first met Bridger, then quickly met Caleb (his "twin flame"). They are super passionate about anything and everything...

  37. 89. Grow Your Competence and Confidence in Play Therapy with Ann Beckley-Forest

    Join me in conversation with Ann Beckley-Forest as we discuss what it's like to be a beginner in the world of Play Therapy. The path from being a beginner in the field to the felt sense of competence and confidence can be rather challenging for some. There's so much to learn! Play Therapy is a...

  38. 88. Supporting Parents in Play Therapy with Dr. Becki Welsh

    Join me in conversation with Dr. Becki Welsh. Becki is a dear friend of mine that I met through one of my 8 Phases of EMDR with Children and Adolescents trainings. We've been connected ever since. Her knowledge and skillset when it comes to helping children and families is immeasurable. In this...

  39. 87. Sound in Sand Therapy with Masha Bennett

    Join me in conversation with the amazing Masha Bennett. She's doing some incredibly creative healing work in the UK with Sand and Sound. Masha will present a 3 hour online workshop for the World Association of Sand Therapy Professionals, exploring aspects of Sound in Sand Therapy, including the...

  40. 86. What is case conceptualization and WHY is it important?

    Join me in conversation with Bridger from Beyond Healing. He teaches us about the importance of case conceptualization and how it can really support the work we do to support our clients. Bridger has such a community mindset in every way. He operates from a Polyvagal Informed perspective and it...

  41. 85. A Moving Experience that Will Last a Lifetime

    Join me in conversation with Joye Newman, a co-author of the In-Sync Child book. She's a delightful, brilliant human that teaches us how to help children through movement. She describes the importance of movement for precious SAFETY and CONNECTION. Learn more: https://in-sync-child.com...

  42. 84. Resources for Caregivers & Families of Traumatized Children

    Join me in conversation with Robyn Gobbel as she shares with us ways to support our clients when it comes to trauma. She has lots of resources for us as clinicians and for the parents and families that we work with. I love her energy, skill, and passion when it comes to helping traumatized…

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  43. 83. Building Relationships through Digital Play Therapy with Fiona Hill

    Join me in conversation with Fiona Hill as we describe a recent clinician game night together. We specifically discuss how we love Dr.: Jessica Stone's work with Digital Play Therapy and how it can help. https://jessicastonephd.com https://playtherapycommunity.com

  44. 82. 3 Tips for Child Therapists to Manage Stress

    Join me in conversation with Jen Taylor, Lisa Dion and Clair Mellenthin as we discusss their Anchoring in the Storm event in California to help manage stress and navigate the autonomic nervous system.

  45. 81. Integrating Art Into Your Child Therapy Practice

    In this episode, Jocelyn Fitzgerald, a Board-Certified Art Therapist, shares with us simple and practical ways to integrate Art Therapy techniques into our work with kids! I found out about her on ETSY through a search. I was (and still am!!) in awe of her beautiful, artsy therapy tools. I…

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  46. 80. Helping Children Heal from Trauma through the Integration of EMDR & Play Therapy

    This episode was sparked by the release of the book EMDR with Children in the Play Therapy Room by Ann Beckley-Forest and Annie Monaco. They are responsible for educating child therapists all over the world on how to deliver EMDR therapy to children and teens through the integration of Play...

  47. 79: Healing Trauma with Expressive & Play Therapies with Marshall Lyles

    In this episode, Marshall Lyles shares his passion for helping his clients heal from trauma through Expressive Arts. When I reached out to Marshall to invite him on the podcast, I requested a conversation focusing on his use of poetry with his clients. In this episode, you'll notice that we cover...

  48. 78: The Profound Healing Power of Virtual Sand Tray Therapy with Jessica Stone Ph.D

    In this episode of Play Therapy Community podcast, Dr. Jessica Stone shares all about the healing power of Virtual Sandtray Therapy. She is the brilliant creator of the Virtual Sandtray App used by an increasing number of clinicians around the globe. Development of the Virtual Sandtray app...

  49. 77: Nurturing Parent Engagement in Play Therapy with Clair Mellethin

    In this episode, Clair Mellenthin guides us through the important pieces of parent consultation. She highlights the importance of meeting parents with compassion and connection through support. Through this approach, client's tend to meet their treatment goals in a more thorough, faster way.…

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  50. 76: Parent Play Therapy Consultation

    In this Parent Play Therapy Consultation episode, you will learn about: ...what to cover in an initial phone call with parents/caregivers of potential child clients. ...how to describe the process and benefits of Play Therapy to parents/caregivers. ...how to structure your parent consultation to...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

This podcast was created to help parents around the world with the "biggies" of family life. Play Therapy Community will present a fresh, insightful episode once a week, usually on Thursday mornings.On this podcast, we will cover topics such as picky eaters, struggles in school, behavioral issues, grief and loss, and so much more. We'll also delve into specific diagnosis such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disabilities, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, etc. Difficult topics, such as parenting through separation/divorce, depression, anxiety struggles, relationship struggles, and such will be explored as well.As the host of Play Therapy Community, I feel honored that you are joining us on this journey for knowledge to truly help our children in a way that honors their mind, body, and soul. My name is Jackie Flynn, and I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist, Registered Play Therapist, Education Specialist, Adolescent Life Coach and a Parent Educator.

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Jackie Flynn, EMDRIA Approved Consultant

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