Lindsey Krogh, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Registered Play Therapist Supervisor joins Dr. Shawna on today’s episode to talk about play therapy.  Lindsey is passionate about empowering children and families to help them find joy and connection through play. She has over 25 years of clinical experience in children’s mental health services, holds certifications in mental health services for children ages 0-5 and youth, is EMDR trained and an AutPlay certified provider who focuses on supporting youth with neurodiverse needs.

In this episode, Lindsey shares how play supports resiliency & authenticity across the lifespan, how play impacts the nervous system, and signs of supportive communication with parents & children of all ages. 

Lindsey shared these resources if you are interested in learning more about play therapy/becoming a play therapist: 

-Association for Play Therapy

-California Branch of the Association for Play Therapy

-Synergetic Play Therapy

-Business of Therapy Conference

-Lessons from the Playroom Podcast

-Play Therapy resources and tools

Interested in working with Lindsey, her practice is located in Newport Beach, CA. You can connect with her on Instagram, @joydanceplaytherapy or her website.