379 | When Children Leave the Playroom and Parents Email Too Much: Two Questions Answered

Play Therapy Podcast: A Master-Class in Child-Centered Play Therapy · Mar 5, 2026 · 18m

In this episode, I answer two listener questions that highlight common challenges child-centered play therapists face in session and in communication with parents. First, I respond to a question about a child who unexpectedly leaves the playroom and begins knocking on another counselor's door. I explain how to think clearly about the actual limit in the situation, why identifying the correct limit is essential for offering effective choices, and how therapists can position themselves proactively once they know a child may try to leave the room. I also walk through examples of choices that map…