May 29, 2012

Positive Affirmations

Positive affirmations don't have to be limited to the therapy room. Here's an inexpensive way to add them to your waiting room. Engages both children and adults.


May 21, 2012

Use Beach Balls as an Engagement Tool

Use a permanent marker to add feeling faces or questions on a beach ball. Makes a great engagement or assessment tool.

May 14, 2012

Using Dry Erase Boards in Play Therapy

Dry erase boards are a versatile play therapy tool. Whether it's a standard sized board or a melamine plate consider adding some to your play therapy tool box.

May 7, 2012

Use Bubbles and Pinwheels to Manage Anxiety

Children who feel anxious can benefit from learn deep breathing skills. Bubbles and pinwheels are great tools to teach children how to self-calm and regulate their breathing.