When working with therapists who are learning to incorporate neurobiology into their approaches, I often get asked for book suggestions and ideas for their playroom. I’ve compiled a list of items as resources.
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Clinical books
Being a Brain-Wise Therapist: A Practical Guide to Interpersonal Neurobiology & The Brain-Savvy Therapist’s Workbook
Pocket Guide to Interpersonal Neurobiology: An Integrative Handbook of the Mind
The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe
Play therapy specific books
The Interpersonal Neurobiology of Play: Brain-Building Interventions for Emotional Well-Being
Lisa Dion- Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach for Integrating Intensity
Books to use with clients
Casey’s Greatness Wings: Teaching Mindfulness, Connection & Courage to Children
Mindful Kids: 50 Activites for Calm, Focus, and Peace
Just Breathe: Meditation, Mindfulness, Movement, and More
Hand model of the brain to be used with psycho-education and/or 3d brain model
Yoga interventions
(called playful body movement exercises or sensory based body movement)
Breathing exercises
Movement activities
Hopscotch rings or Hopscotch mat
Music strategies
Mindfulness/focus/dual attention therapeutic toys
Flow ring, Flow ring (3 pack), or Color flow ring
