Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach for Integrating Intensity

5 reviews for Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach for Integrating Intensity

1. Jessie

   Rated 5 out of 5

   February 4, 2022

   5.0 out of 5 stars This book changed my life and practice!

   The idea that symptoms are not signs of pathology instead clues to what human needs are craving different styles of regulation. This book offers new w...More

   The idea that symptoms are not signs of pathology instead clues to what human needs are craving different styles of regulation. This book offers new ways to connect to self and others with authenticity! Wish I had this in grad school!

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   Malia

   Rated 5 out of 5

   January 24, 2020

   5.0 out of 5 stars Applicable and Refreshing

   This book is a must- whether you work with child clients or adults. The information put forth answered so many questions for me that I didn't know I h...More

   This book is a must- whether you work with child clients or adults. The information put forth answered so many questions for me that I didn't know I had. I first found Lisa's 'Integrating Extremes' after working several years in a tough urban community. The burnout and compassion fatigue I was facing was scary. Once I learned about hypo and hyper arousal, so much made sense, not only about how my clients were showing up but how I was feeling. I was holding so much but with a blank slate and feeling like I wasn't moving therapy along. I've since left that job but kept looking up more and more Lisa Dion. I would HIGHLY recommend this book to any therapist really. Working with kids and play is tough but this book illuminates so much and gives you, the therapist, permission to own your stuff, name your experience out loud to help the child and yourself regulate. Can't say it enough- Buy this book and open your third eye!

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   Joe Willauer

   Rated 5 out of 5

   January 21, 2020

   5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for anyone!

   This is a great resource for therapist, parents or anyone who works with children. Truly though this book can be applied to adults and children being ...More

   This is a great resource for therapist, parents or anyone who works with children. Truly though this book can be applied to adults and children being that we all have a nervous system/brain and responses. This book helps individuals to understand the brain and body in a way that feels attainable versus overwhelming. An amazing resources to increase understanding behind behavioral responses which increases connections as well as empathy. :)

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   Lora K Schultz

   Rated 5 out of 5

   April 21, 2019

   5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I had this book 25 years ago!

   This book has been so helpful for me as a parent, therapist, and human being! Lisa is able to explain the brain in a way that is understandable and i...More

   This book has been so helpful for me as a parent, therapist, and human being! Lisa is able to explain the brain in a way that is understandable and interesting. Looking at behaviors as symptoms of a dys-regulated nervous system has changed the way I work with children and has helped explain behaviors to other care providers. I highly recommend for anyone interested in learning more about how to help children.
   Lora Schultz, ,LCSW

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   Nancy P.

   Rated 5 out of 5

   January 13, 2019

   5.0 out of 5 stars Sheds light in the dark places

   I was surprised at how much Lisa's book had to say to me. I really appreciate that she talks about a difficult subject and "normalizes" the reactions ...More

   I was surprised at how much Lisa's book had to say to me. I really appreciate that she talks about a difficult subject and "normalizes" the reactions and mis-steps we, as therapists, sometimes take. And then she offers actionable steps that can be taken before, during, and after challenging times in the playroom. The rationale for her suggestions is solidly based in neuroscience and in practice itself and really focuses on the development of the therapist rather than on just another technique. Thank you for the insights, Lisa. I learned a lot and look forward to having more exposure to your work.

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