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245 | Separation Anxiety and Resistance: Trusting the CCPT Process
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I address two questions from Alison in Arkansas related to separation anxiety and resistance in child-centered play therapy (CCPT). Alison shares concerns about a 2-year-old client who exhibits extreme separation anxiety and a 5-year-old client resisting play therapy sessions. I offer guidance on why CCPT is essential for the 2-year-old and how to build trust and rapport patiently, even if it takes time. For the 5-year-old, I explain why playing games is still valid play and not avoidance, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the CCPT model…
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