The Power of Play: Insights from a Play Therapist

In this episode, Sarah delves into her varied experience in community work. She introduces Child-Centred Play Therapy, emphasising the importance of therapeutic relationships. We discuss Filial Therapy's benefits and the universal applicability of Play Therapy, highlighting its advantages for expressive and somatic healing. Sarah explains Play Therapy's significance for neurodivergent individuals and the dynamics of a therapy session, including the contrast between home play and therapeutic play, and the use of individual versus group sessions. Additionally, she touches on the misconceptions surrounding Play Therapy and the therapeutic tools used in her practice.

Who is Sarah?

Sarah is an Accredited Social Worker, currently working in the capacity of a SW with a regional hospital, as well as PT Private Practice. Sarah specialises in Child Centred Play Therapy, Filial Therapy, Circle of Security program facilitation, AutPlay and EMDR. Sarah has worked in Out of Home Care, community youth & family organisations, and managed youth programs focusing on supporting young people, families, and education engagement. Clinical experience includes Specialist Behaviour Support, child and adolescent mental health and developmental trauma. Sarah owns, Connect to Thrive, where therapeutic interventions are grounded in attachment theory, neuroscience, and interpersonal neurobiology.

Links

• Sarah’s Website - https://connect2thrive.com.au
• You can find Sarah on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn

• Sam’s Website - https://anchoredcounsellingservices.com.au/
• You can find Sam on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
• You can also find Sam’s other podcast Beyond the Surface here.