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268 | When You and the Child Don't Speak the Same Language in CCPT
In this episode, I address a question about the role of verbal communication in CCPT. Research shows that play therapy is effective even when the therapist and child don't speak the same language, yet verbal interaction is a key part of the process. I explain how both can be true by examining the role of the therapeutic relationship and how verbal responses support emotional growth, self-regulation, and self-esteem.
I also discuss a therapist's experience working with a deaf child who communicates using American Sign Language. We explore whether fluency in a child's language is necessary, the…
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