28. Therapeutic Power of Playfulness

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Spirited Conversations - Engaging and Elevating Pediatric OT

Tracy Stackhouse, Cory Dundon, Michelle Maunder

34 episodes

3 months ago

We are on a mission to build the collective knowledge of paediatric occupational therapists and fellow human beings alike. Most of us are drawn this field because we love children and we believe in the infinite possibility of childhood. But. Once we enter practice, there is often a feeling of being overwhelmed by all there is to know in order to be effective. This podcast was conceived to include you in our SpIRiTed conversations. These discussions have kept us engaged and had an unmeasurable impact on us as therapists. We want to share our regular clinical conversations with others, not knowing all the answers, but allowing each of us to have the space to think and put the pieces together. Tracy’s ability to make clinical reasoning and neuroscience accessible to all is incredibly powerful and worth sharing. ‘Show Notes can be found at www.spiritedconversationspodcast.com

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28. Therapeutic Power of Playfulness

Spirited Conversations - Engaging and Elevating Pediatric OT

1 hour 2 minutes 2 seconds

1 year ago

28. Therapeutic Power of Playfulness

In this insightful episode, we explore the transformative role of play and playfulness in paediatric occupational therapy from multiple perspectives. From real-life case studies to theoretical discussions on the STEPPSI model and polyvagal theory, we uncover how play enhances child development and therapy. Learn about the challenges and triumphs therapists face in incorporating fun into clinical practice, and discover strategies for balancing playful engagement with therapeutic goals. Through stories, research, and practical tips, we highlight the profound impact of playful interactions and social dynamics in fostering growth and emotional regulation in children.

00:00 Exploring Play in Child Development

01:16 The Origins and Evolution of STEP SI

05:24 Personal Journeys into Pediatric Occupational Therapy

08:05 The Vulnerability and Joy of Play

10:03 Balancing Playfulness and Professionalism

20:55 Clinical Reasoning in Play-Based Therapy

25:18 Playfulness vs. Play: Definitions and Applications

28:45 Case Study: Attuned Play in Therapy

33:19 Struggles with Play and Skill Development

34:28 Letting Go of the Agenda

35:30 A Breakthrough in Play

38:22 The Importance of Play in Therapy

39:28 Navigating Play and Regulation

41:31 Personal Reflections on Play

45:20 Autonomic Nervous System in Play

47:15 Grandchildren and Play Dynamics

53:06 Therapeutic Strategies in Play

59:14 Concluding Thoughts on Play

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