{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Happiest Pod on Earth","title":"Unlocking The Healing Powers of Play","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/61076512\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2705,"description":"#35: Step into a world where play and healing intertwine in Episode 35 of HPOE. Ariel, Stefanie, and special guest Maria delve into the transformative power of play therapy. Discover how Disney villains can become tools for empathy in therapy and how engaging with our favorite stories and characters can foster healing and growth. This episode is a heartwarming journey into embracing our inner child through the magic of play, offering insights for therapists, educators, and Disney lovers alike.\n\n\n\nRegister for the “Play Therapy: To Infinity and Beyond Conference” taking place at Disneyland and the Dinseyland Hotel from March 5-10th, 2024 here: https://www.anewhopetc.org/playatdisneyland\n\n\n\nSummary\nSummary of HPOE35: Unlocking The Healing Powers of Play\n\n\n\n\nIntroduction (0:03): Ariel, Stefanie, and special guest Maria introduce the episode’s theme, focusing on integrating play in therapy and education.\n\n\n\nWhat is Play Therapy? (0:52): Maria explains the concept and application of play therapy, emphasizing its role in expressing and processing experiences beyond words.\n\n\n\nPlay vs. Traditional Learning (2:34): Stefanie discusses the importance of play in education, challenging the conventional separation between play and learning.\n\n\n\nPlay Therapy for Adults (3:17): Maria highlights the effectiveness of play therapy not just for children but for adults as well, particularly in couples counseling.\n\n\n\nVillains in Therapy (4:08): Maria shares her niche in using Disney villains as therapeutic tools, fostering empathy and understanding rather than pathologizing.\n\n\n\nIntegrating Play in Therapy (5:15): Discussion on the diverse methods of incorporating play in therapy, including video games and expressive arts.\n\n\n\nCareer Path to Play Therapy (6:58): Maria recounts her journey from aspiring to be a math teacher to becoming a play therapist.\n\n\n\nThe Power of Play (13:03): The hosts and Maria discuss the universal and transformative power of play across different settings and...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/EUkdT_BVsS0oAEAZUoFU5NXDw2Gy6lz8ZSfNVSKiOiI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wYTlm/MmFmN2U5ZGQ5MGM1/MTY0ODEyODQ4OTI4/OTIzNS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}