Dr. Maggie Parker, Associate Professor of Counseling and Human Development at the George Washington University, has teamed up with Dr. Kristie Opiola, Associate Professor of Counseling at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, to launch a new podcast: Playful Beginnings: A Podcast About All Things Play Therapy.
Through engaging discussions, Drs. Parker and Opiola delve into the heart of play therapy, exploring its magic, its purpose, and its transformative impact on children. As the hosts explain, the podcast highlights “the why behind what we do and how play therapy helps children heal and grow.”
Playful Beginnings is designed to serve a broad audience, including current play therapists, counseling students, and professionals aspiring to work with children. It also offers valuable insights for parents and teachers seeking to understand play therapy—what it is, how it works, and how it might benefit the children in their lives.
For those uncertain about whether play therapy is the right choice, the podcast provides a welcoming introduction to its principles and practices. “We’re excited to share what we do and why we do it,” say the hosts. “Welcome to the magical world of play therapy!”
Whether you're a seasoned professional or simply curious about how transformative relationships with children can begin through play, Playful Beginnings promises to be an informative and inspiring resource.
Listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music, and step into a world where play becomes a pathway to healing and growth.