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Resilience Through Play Therapy with Stacy Schaffer

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Jen speaks with licensed professional counselor Stacy Schaffer about her journey from childhood trauma to becoming a therapist. They discuss the importance of mental health support for children, the impact of betrayal and the innovative approach of Synergetic Play Therapy. Stacy shares insights from her own experiences and emphasizes the need for parents to seek help for themselves and their children, highlighting the significance of understanding and healing in the face of adversity.

Key Takeaways:

  • Stacy's early trauma shaped her desire to help others.
  • Betrayal from caregivers can have lasting impacts.
  • Therapy is essential for healing from childhood trauma.
  • Synergetic Play Therapy focuses on therapist authenticity.
  • Children need to feel seen and understood in therapy.
  • Parents should seek support for their own mental health.
  • Stacy's book aims to bridge the gap between therapy and parenting.
  • Mental health support is a necessity, not a luxury.

Episode Highlights:

[06:46] Stacy's Origin Story and Trauma

[15:06] The Importance of Therapy for Children

[19:42] Understanding Synergetic Play Therapy

[33:56] Advice for Parents and Stacy's Book

Resources Mentioned:

Stacy’s Website https://authorstacyschaffer.com/

Stacy’s Book https://www.amazon.com/Love-Childrens-Therapist-lessonsihavelearnedalongtheway-ebook/dp/B0F5N6V1YK

Connect:

https://www.instagram.com/hoperestored/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-schaffer-b05ab313/

Go to http://www.mymoodymonster.com to learn more about Moody today!

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Jen speaks with licensed professional counselor Stacy Schaffer about her journey from childhood trauma to becoming a therapist. They discuss the importance of mental health support for children, the impact of betrayal and the innovative approach of Synergetic Play Therapy. Stacy shares insights from her own experiences and emphasizes the need for parents to seek help for themselves and their children, highlighting the significance of understanding and healing in the face of adversity.

Key Takeaways:

  • Stacy's early trauma shaped her desire to help others.
  • Betrayal from caregivers can have lasting impacts.
  • Therapy is essential for healing from childhood trauma.
  • Synergetic Play Therapy focuses on therapist authenticity.
  • Children need to feel seen and understood in therapy.
  • Parents should seek support for their own mental health.
  • Stacy's book aims to bridge the gap between therapy and parenting.
  • Mental health support is a necessity, not a luxury.

Episode Highlights:

[06:46] Stacy's Origin Story and Trauma

[15:06] The Importance of Therapy for Children

[19:42] Understanding Synergetic Play Therapy

[33:56] Advice for Parents and Stacy's Book

Resources Mentioned:

Stacy’s Website https://authorstacyschaffer.com/

Stacy’s Book https://www.amazon.com/Love-Childrens-Therapist-lessonsihavelearnedalongtheway-ebook/dp/B0F5N6V1YK

Connect:

https://www.instagram.com/hoperestored/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacy-schaffer-b05ab313/

Go to http://www.mymoodymonster.com to learn more about Moody today!

Subscribe and Review Us on Your Favorite Podcast Platform:
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-not-yet-becomes-right-now/id1767481477
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25eQxhfgLvdt3G9rY68AEQ?si=dc60122b6bc34484
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2f6dece0-0148-4937-b33d-168b5aedf52a/when-not-yet-becomes-right-now
iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/214320962/

Follow us on Social Media:
The When “Not Yet” Becomes “Right Now” Podcast: http://www.whennotyetbecomesrightnow.com
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/notyettorightnow
TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@notyettorightnow
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/notyettorightnow
Threads: ...

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