How do CCPT therapists support regulation, attention, and emotional growth without turning therapy into behavior management?

In this episode of Playful Beginnings, we’re joined by ADHD expert and Child-Centered Play Therapy clinician Amy Work for a rich, practice-informed conversation on how CCPT aligns naturally with the nervous system needs of children who present with or are diagnosed with ADHD.

Together, we explore:

✔️ How ADHD shows up in play, relationships, and regulation

✔️ What therapists often misinterpret as “noncompliance” or “disruption” in the playroom

✔️ How CCPT supports impulse control, emotional regulation, and executive functioning through safety and relationship

✔️ Practical ways Amy structures the playroom while preserving child-led fidelity

✔️ How to partner with parents when ADHD is part of the clinical picture

✔️ Common pitfalls clinicians encounter when working with highly active, sensory-seeking, or impulsive children

Whether you’re a play therapist, parent, educator, or mental health professional, this episode offers grounded clinical insight and real-world application for supporting neurodivergent children in ways that build long-term resilience — not just short-term compliance.

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