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 pa ...