EP38 Play Therapy and Animal-assistance- Insights from Jasmine Williams

26/09/2025 46 min
EP38 Play Therapy and Animal-assistance- Insights from Jasmine Williams

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 Play Therapy and Animal-Assistance with Jasmine WilliamsIn this episode, Philippa is joined by Jasmine Williams, a play therapist, teen counsellor, and animal-assisted therapist based in Queensland, Australia. Jasmine shares her journey from teaching into play therapy, explains the four stages of therapeutic play, and highlights the importance of creating safe, supportive environments for children and families.We also explore how animal-assisted therapy — featuring Jasmine’s rescue dog Glen — adds a powerful new dimension to the playroom, helping children build trust, empathy, and connection 👉 Find Jasmine online at @connectionsptcSend us a textPondering Play and Therapy | Instagram, Facebook, | Linktree

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