When it comes to working with dysregulated children, sometimes the biggest behaviors come in the smallest containers.From tantrums and defiance to self-injury and withdrawal, even the most skilled professionals find themselves focused on extinguishing the troubling behavior rather than stepping back to ask: What is the underlying emotional need?In Big Behaviors in Small Containers, you’ll find 131 practical, fun, and ready-to-use play therapy interventions that shift the paradigm around problematic behaviors to allow for therapeutic growth and healing. Based on TraumaPlay®, a treatment approach that prioritizes attachment, co-regulation, and the science of the stress response system, the interventions inside will help kids:Develop a sense of safety and securityExpand their window of toleranceCope adaptively with anger, anxiety, and other strong emotionsEnhance their emotional literacyStrengthen social skills and self-esteemChallenge and overcome unhelpful thoughtsDevelop a coherent narrative around trauma and other difficult experiencesAnd more!Whether you’re a therapist, teacher, doctor, caregiver, or trusted grown-up in a child’s life, the tools inside will allow you to become the co-regulating, nurturing, and consistent presence that your “small container” needs to remain grounded in the face of stress, big feelings, and difficult situations.
✔ Author(s): Paris Goodyear-Brown
✔ Title: Big Behaviors in Small Containers: 131 Trauma-Informed Play Therapy Interventions for Disorders of Dysregulation
✔ Rating : 4.8 out of 5 base on (87 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 168373467X
✔ ISBN-13: 9781683734673
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Big Behaviors in Small Containers by Paris Goodyear-Brown
Melody Blake
The way the author handled complex emotions and relationships was remarkable. I felt deeply connected to the characters, and their growth throughout the story was both inspiring and moving.
Sydney Richardson
The rich historical context of the book added a layer of depth that I found fascinating. It was like stepping back in time and experiencing history firsthand.
Violet Tyler
The plot was so well-paced that I lost track of time while reading. I was completely immersed in the story, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next twist.
