319 | Art of the Session: Empowerment on the Way to the Playroom

Play Therapy Podcast: A Master-Class in Child-Centered Play Therapy · Jul 8, 2025 · 14m

In this episode of the Art of the Session series, I walk you through a phase of the play therapy process that's often overlooked—what happens on the way to the playroom. This moment may feel small, but it holds tremendous power to reinforce the child's sense of autonomy, predictability, and safety. I share how empowerment choices—offered consistently and predictably during the walk back—set the tone for the session and become a ritual that communicates "You are in control here."

I offer real-life examples of how to work these choices into your routine, even if you're in a school, office…