I had the most wonderful morning this morning creating Dreaming Pots with the mentors and kids at the Phoenix Youth at Risk! Each and every Dreaming Pot was so unique and full of images and symbols depicting good dreams, aspirations, goals, and desires. The Dreaming Pot was created by Dr. Joyce Mills and is one… Continue Reading
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StoryPlay® in Morocco
Next year, on May 13-24th, I will have the amazing opportunity to present a StoryPlay® workshop for the 2010 International Play Therapy World Congress, in Marrakech, Morocco. Click Here to read more about the World Congress and for details on presenting and attending. More to come in 2010! Love & Blessings, Joy Continue Reading
An Excited New Mentor!
I am thrilled to report that this September I will be participating in the Phoenix Youth at Risk (PYAR) mentor program. The Positive Adult Leaders In Society, or P.A.L.S. Homeless Children’s Mentoring Program, will provide me with an opportunity to mentor a young person and encourage positive communication and interaction as well as offer guidance and support. As a lifelong teacher… Continue Reading
StoryPlay®, the Foundation of My Playful Practices
For those of you wondering the origin of my Playful Practices, I wanted to add a brief history of their foundation; as well as give credit to the amazing creator of these practices, my teacher, Dr. Joyce C. Mills. After completing my Master’s in Counseling at Argosy University, I began searching the computer for topics that were in the area… Continue Reading
An Easier Transition
As the new school year quickly approaches and summer vacation comes to an end, you may be noticing that your child is starting to exhibit and experience some back to school anxiety, nerves and fear. Whether beginning kindergarten, junior high, or high school, a transition and change will be taking place; as each school year is… Continue Reading
