396 | CCPT Mythbusters: It's Not Therapeutic If the Child Won't Go to the Playroom

Play Therapy Podcast: A Master-Class in Child-Centered Play Therapy · May 12, 2026 · 16m

In this episode of the CCPT Mythbusters series, I tackle the belief that "it's not play therapy if the child isn't in the playroom." I explain why a child refusing to go back to the playroom is not a problem to solve, but simply another behavior to understand within the child's process. Whether a child sits in the lobby, hallway, parking lot, or refuses to engage at all, our role does not change. We remain fully adherent to the model, trusting the child's pace, honoring their autonomy, and preserving the relationship above all else.

I also discuss the importance of recognizing our own…