I really likes how the therapist seemed really un-phased when the child did not share feelings back or share examples of what made them feel angry or scared or worried, etc. The therapist just continued to play and share what made them feel those different emotions.
Thank you so much for posting a session with a hyperactive client! You've provided me some great, practical techniques to use with my clients who share the same level of hyperactivity and attention span to structure. I also appreciate your critique in the beginning of what you'd do differently. This will definitely help me in my process.
But could you at least tell me whats the result ? I mean what is the end result ? If Child has any issue, does this therapy help the child or you only find out if there is any problem ?? I am confused
Looking at the Childs body language it is obvious that he is interested, engaged and excited about the game. Him being hyperactive is an aspect that should NOT be seen as a "weakness" cause it also translates to him being energetic, vivid, interested and outgoing which are all positive attributes. The therapist also provides space and a prop as an option for the child to live out his energy without judging him or giving his "hyperactivity" too much of relevance. I wish parents could manage to change their perspective on what is "good" or "bad" about their child. All of these techniques I use in my work as a Kindergarden educator.
Thank you so much for sharing! I am a new therapist and some of my kiddos are quite hyperactive and difficulties with staying focused..i always end up internalizing feeling I'm doing smthng wrong in the session. Its good to see this!
Im a new MHS and I share the same feeling. I am still getting used to treating children, especially children with ADHD. It can definitely feel like you're doing something wrong at times.
I am learning how to do Play therapy and have a few kids I am seeing, the funny thing is I had bought Candy Land for my young clients to do something just like this... and then I found your clip... Thanks so much, I have a client that acts just like this... this really helped me out a lot... Thanks so much!!!!!!!
I like Child-Centered Play Therapy because it is non-directive. You wouldn't have to force a six year old kid to play a game he doesn't even understand, and then tell him he's being silly when he can't pay attention and tries to actually play. The kid wants to be active and use his imagination. He is a kid, of course. That kid did not answer one question or share one thing about his feelings. He was in his own world the entire time. It is the job of the therapist to join the child's world, not the other way around.
Hey! I would recomend with clients like him that you let him lead the session a little more. And you follow. You’re trying to get him to focus on a board game that he doesn’t seem to want to provide much of his attention to. Great career path and well done for the work you do! Just a suggestion
100% agree. Follow his lead and use affect as a tool- match his energy!! Accommodate that need for more input- candy land is too slow to keep his attention. It's not play if it's not chosen and actively engaged in by the child, this is a task.
I appreciate how calm you were and you stayed focus on the game and feelings. When I'm in sessions w kids, new population, I feel calm but also quite inadequate like I'm doing something wrong. but I can see your presence being w him was a gift
is it just me or does it feel like the therapist is leading, and trying to engage but the child is not connecting, and somehow there's a disjoint and perhaps his approach is not working?
Children are notoriously bad at recognizing emotions. They have no emotional modulating skills. It’s why they act out. They are literally “acting out feelings.” Therapists who work with children are HEROS. And so few therapists have the patience for it. I work in prescribing medication for these children. I feel it’s really a last resort- I can make them docile, numb them to their feelings, but is that the right course of action? In extreme cases when they are going to hurt someone or themselves. I hope this therapist maintains his stamina and optimism. God bless him
I have a suspicion that the child is taking a lot of cues from the movie _Inside Out,_ and the colors from the film aren't perfectly matching with the board game. The child frantically makes fearful gestures when he lands on purple, which is what the Fear character does in the movie. However, because purple is the proud emotion in the game, that might be the reason for the disconnect.
I wish I could express myself like this by attending therapy as a kid. Teachers, when I was in school, called me disruptive and hyperactive. Schools did not recognize ADHD either. I grew up in an era when being LGBTQ was a mental illness, according to the DSM-1. Thanks for the video; it will prepare me for my practicum. I do have one question: culturally, I would not have been active, as it can be disruptive to the clinician, and I would be an embarrassment to my family. Many Asian families would tell their children to keep their mouths shut. The kids may not be shy or introverted, but an outburst like this would result in a scolding or even a spanking. If, as therapists, we are supposed to not comment on outbursts, if the child, on the other hand, is quiet, do we ignore them too?
This is truly an interesting scenario you have presented. I am in my internship now but I would just encourage you to remain ethical by reviewing the ACA code of ethics. Make sure whatever you decide is not for your benefit but for the clients. And it depends on the client, we cannot assume all cultural traditions are adapted.
I am a practicum student. I played emotions candy land the other day with a child and when I moved forward he went into a severe tantrum. I tried to help him calm down with some mindfulness techniques to no avail. He was triggered when he thought I would win. He started throwing things. Any ideas on how to handle this type of child?
Hi, I have a child who is in kindergarten, starting to talk a little bit. She is very less interested in play. Any idea of structured play you would suggest.
Okay, I am a teacher, but this summer I’m working at a kids day care for ages 7 to 12. I was playing Candy Land with one of the girls, and she would get so frustrated when she was losing to the point of starting to cheating and throw stuff. I usually work with older kids, so this was a new experience for me.
I thought an initial assessment would follow the child's lead more to find out how he's feeling with play rather than words? Is there a reason why this is done? Thanks. I'm considering as a career so am just looking to learn more. Also, I can't help but acknowledge the different behavior that might be seen when the session is being recorded. Maybe he would feel too vulnerable to engage so honestly with words with a camera present?
trying session for sure, excellent demonstration of patience and accepting. Not so sure about extending hand to touch or even the "high ten" at the end. Subscribed. Keep up the excellent and hard work.
Hi, do you think you can do a video on becoming a clinical psychologist? Also very cool that you are a BCBA! I'm currently an RBT and trying to figure out which mental health professional route I want to go with!
Play therapy is something that can still get the child active and let out energy while still having a session that relates to the therapy. Kids with hyperactivity like him can’t really just sit still and have a therapy session so there has to be some sort of action that keeps the child somewhat interested and engaged.
@@dakotasparrow9302 This isn't Play Therapy though. I think it's disingenuous to call it that. It's doing adult therapy but pretending it's play therapy by using Candyland to do it.
So if I get this right, the purpose of this is for the big person to show the little person how to be unaware of another person's feelings - and so his job is to remain totally disconnected from him. And the way he drives home the message of "disconnection" is to keep talking about feelings and how to recognize them, while failing to notice, connect to or show any interest in the little person's actual live and presently experienced feelings. "Bored", "understimulated", "ignored" are the feelings the kid was possibly actually feeling (and coerced, controlled, forced, browbeaten) and so the big person ignored them. If the big person had connected in some way, that would have taught the little person to do it too and that'd be bad, right?! Cos we want the little one to be as oblivious as the big one, right?! Strange lesson, but ok.
I have to jump in on this! (I know, this post is 2 years old).... but we have to remember this is an initial session. Meaning, the therapist is trying to get a feel of this child, what engages him, how he emotes (being hyperactive) and how he will best connect with him. Each child is different and is different depending on the day (like everyone). Also, children with hyperactive behaviors sometimes are NOT able to get on that level of "connecting" during the time they have for therapy. It's a relatively short amount of time. Plus, for hyperactive children, new places and new people can elicit this kind of behavior - where they have trouble focusing and concentrating on what's happening. It's likely that the therapist realized this and focused on gaining more information on the child in terms of what brings his attention in. Hope this helps. - a grad student in school to become a therapist. :)
I think it's probably fairly common for a therapist to model and give examples of possibilities - sometimes kids have trouble coming up with their own, particularly at first.
@@gkrehsorc I was thinking the same thing. I work with preschoolers as my day job, and we spend a lot of time modeling, as the kids learn to develop skills.
This kids was not attending too the counselor or learning anything (IMO) from what he was saying. Trying to convert a regular Candyland into a counseling game doesn't work... Please check out all of the games that I have created for counseling in my Store, Counseling Fanny Pack of Fun on Teachers pay Teachers. Your clients will actually make progress.
Why "Dr" in quotes if he has a doctorate? Anyway, I thought he did an amazing job encouraging the child who has very hyperactive tendencies to think about and talk about some of these emotions. It can be very difficult for children with developmental delays to talk about feelings, so even the small amount that they were able to work on identify emotions was a huge success. It was one of their first sessions.
I have to wonder how many of you are doctors, working with the special needs child and asking that child to make a video. Try doing the work before you become an expert.
I really likes how the therapist seemed really un-phased when the child did not share feelings back or share examples of what made them feel angry or scared or worried, etc. The therapist just continued to play and share what made them feel those different emotions.
Thank you so much for posting a session with a hyperactive client! You've provided me some great, practical techniques to use with my clients who share the same level of hyperactivity and attention span to structure. I also appreciate your critique in the beginning of what you'd do differently. This will definitely help me in my process.
But could you at least tell me whats the result ? I mean what is the end result ? If Child has any issue, does this therapy help the child or you only find out if there is any problem ?? I am confused
Looking at the Childs body language it is obvious that he is interested, engaged and excited about the game. Him being hyperactive is an aspect that should NOT be seen as a "weakness" cause it also translates to him being energetic, vivid, interested and outgoing which are all positive attributes.
The therapist also provides space and a prop as an option for the child to live out his energy without judging him or giving his "hyperactivity" too much of relevance.
I wish parents could manage to change their perspective on what is "good" or "bad" about their child.
All of these techniques I use in my work as a Kindergarden educator.
That kid is not whatsoever into this lol
@@karolme3359 yes ..he is...VERY...also he may have ADHD--which would def explain his impulsivity and hyperactivity.
@@blah843Exactly, he definitely is. It's almost like he has a really hard time focusing on one thing at a time.
smartarse
I love how patient you are and how you adapt to how he reacts so well without being phased. The punching bag is a great idea.
Oh my Lord you have lots of patience :)
Thank you so much for sharing! I am a new therapist and some of my kiddos are quite hyperactive and difficulties with staying focused..i always end up internalizing feeling I'm doing smthng wrong in the session. Its good to see this!
Where do you work?
Im a new MHS and I share the same feeling. I am still getting used to treating children, especially children with ADHD. It can definitely feel like you're doing something wrong at times.
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Your amazing with him. I like how he’s still engaging with Dr Knapp.
The Kid Was Awesome,He Cracked Me Up 😂😆The Entire Video,He’s A Great Comedian.
Oh thank God!! There are other kids like mine! You did a great job
I am learning how to do Play therapy and have a few kids I am seeing, the funny thing is I had bought Candy Land for my young clients to do something just like this... and then I found your clip... Thanks so much, I have a client that acts just like this... this really helped me out a lot... Thanks so much!!!!!!!
This is perfect. Love that you are willing to share this!
thanks a lot! I love the fact you show in a real example, I really appreciate and admire your patiend and professional job
I like Child-Centered Play Therapy because it is non-directive. You wouldn't have to force a six year old kid to play a game he doesn't even understand, and then tell him he's being silly when he can't pay attention and tries to actually play. The kid wants to be active and use his imagination. He is a kid, of course. That kid did not answer one question or share one thing about his feelings. He was in his own world the entire time. It is the job of the therapist to join the child's world, not the other way around.
Hey! I would recomend with clients like him that you let him lead the session a little more. And you follow. You’re trying to get him to focus on a board game that he doesn’t seem to want to provide much of his attention to. Great career path and well done for the work you do! Just a suggestion
100% agree. Follow his lead and use affect as a tool- match his energy!! Accommodate that need for more input- candy land is too slow to keep his attention. It's not play if it's not chosen and actively engaged in by the child, this is a task.
Thank you for such a wonderful example Dr. Knapp! I appreciate the example, it will help me tremendously!
Very informative session your patience is everything.
This video made me crack up. I really appreciate you sharing it!
I appreciate how calm you were and you stayed focus on the game and feelings. When I'm in sessions w kids, new population, I feel calm but also quite inadequate like I'm doing something wrong. but I can see your presence being w him was a gift
is it just me or does it feel like the therapist is leading, and trying to engage but the child is not connecting, and somehow there's a disjoint and perhaps his approach is not working?
Children are notoriously bad at recognizing emotions. They have no emotional modulating skills. It’s why they act out. They are literally “acting out feelings.” Therapists who work with children are HEROS. And so few therapists have the patience for it. I work in prescribing medication for these children. I feel it’s really a last resort- I can make them docile, numb them to their feelings, but is that the right course of action? In extreme cases when they are going to hurt someone or themselves. I hope this therapist maintains his stamina and optimism. God bless him
I have a suspicion that the child is taking a lot of cues from the movie _Inside Out,_ and the colors from the film aren't perfectly matching with the board game. The child frantically makes fearful gestures when he lands on purple, which is what the Fear character does in the movie. However, because purple is the proud emotion in the game, that might be the reason for the disconnect.
I wish I could express myself like this by attending therapy as a kid. Teachers, when I was in school, called me disruptive and hyperactive. Schools did not recognize ADHD either. I grew up in an era when being LGBTQ was a mental illness, according to the DSM-1.
Thanks for the video; it will prepare me for my practicum. I do have one question: culturally, I would not have been active, as it can be disruptive to the clinician, and I would be an embarrassment to my family. Many Asian families would tell their children to keep their mouths shut. The kids may not be shy or introverted, but an outburst like this would result in a scolding or even a spanking. If, as therapists, we are supposed to not comment on outbursts, if the child, on the other hand, is quiet, do we ignore them too?
This is truly an interesting scenario you have presented. I am in my internship now but I would just encourage you to remain ethical by reviewing the ACA code of ethics. Make sure whatever you decide is not for your benefit but for the clients. And it depends on the client, we cannot assume all cultural traditions are adapted.
Please tell me more about the passivity of PT teachers. I'm new to this and want to learn more. Why do they not create boundaries for the children?
They do create boundaries, along as the child and therapist is safe usually are the boundaries.
I am a practicum student. I played emotions candy land the other day with a child and when I moved forward he went into a severe tantrum. I tried to help him calm down with some mindfulness techniques to no avail. He was triggered when he thought I would win. He started throwing things. Any ideas on how to handle this type of child?
Hi,
I have a child who is in kindergarten, starting to talk a little bit. She is very less interested in play. Any idea of structured play you would suggest.
Okay, I am a teacher, but this summer I’m working at a kids day care for ages 7 to 12. I was playing Candy Land with one of the girls, and she would get so frustrated when she was losing to the point of starting to cheating and throw stuff. I usually work with older kids, so this was a new experience for me.
I thought an initial assessment would follow the child's lead more to find out how he's feeling with play rather than words? Is there a reason why this is done? Thanks. I'm considering as a career so am just looking to learn more.
Also, I can't help but acknowledge the different behavior that might be seen when the session is being recorded. Maybe he would feel too vulnerable to engage so honestly with words with a camera present?
Good question. Definitely let the child lead. The poor kid just wants to play!
Thank you! It was very helpful to watch you work!
trying session for sure, excellent demonstration of patience and accepting. Not so sure about extending hand to touch or even the "high ten" at the end. Subscribed. Keep up the excellent and hard work.
Does play therapy include or involve outdoor play?
Hi, do you think you can do a video on becoming a clinical psychologist? Also very cool that you are a BCBA! I'm currently an RBT and trying to figure out which mental health professional route I want to go with!
Ouch! I am not sure it makes sense trying to get this child to concentrate on this game .I was struggling.
Play therapy is something that can still get the child active and let out energy while still having a session that relates to the therapy. Kids with hyperactivity like him can’t really just sit still and have a therapy session so there has to be some sort of action that keeps the child somewhat interested and engaged.
@@dakotasparrow9302 This isn't Play Therapy though. I think it's disingenuous to call it that. It's doing adult therapy but pretending it's play therapy by using Candyland to do it.
@@JessicaKazandjian I guess that makes sense, I’m new to the world of therapy so what seems obvious to you is not to my untrained eye.
How do you get him to sit back down again?
really awesome job, dr. knapp. :)
Hi there Dr. do you have any video clips of child play therapy with traumatize children? Where they share their traumatic experiences with you..
that would be an exploitation of their privacy...
Waht is the name of that board game? Thanks for sharing🎈
Thanks for sharing this. Good insight!
He reminds me so much of my son 😅
Can I do play therapy with several kids?
Anyone whose son or daughter has those issues can relate
His screaming would have made me die omg 😳
Great video!!
This is amazing thank you
great work
GUYS THIS VAS AN ES OF AN ASSESMENT SESSION IN WITCH TERAPIST NORMALY SEE THE CHILD IN HIS CONFORT ZONE😊
this is great!
So if I get this right, the purpose of this is for the big person to show the little person how to be unaware of another person's feelings - and so his job is to remain totally disconnected from him.
And the way he drives home the message of "disconnection" is to keep talking about feelings and how to recognize them, while failing to notice, connect to or show any interest in the little person's actual live and presently experienced feelings.
"Bored", "understimulated", "ignored" are the feelings the kid was possibly actually feeling (and coerced, controlled, forced, browbeaten) and so the big person ignored them.
If the big person had connected in some way, that would have taught the little person to do it too and that'd be bad, right?! Cos we want the little one to be as oblivious as the big one, right?!
Strange lesson, but ok.
I have to jump in on this! (I know, this post is 2 years old).... but we have to remember this is an initial session. Meaning, the therapist is trying to get a feel of this child, what engages him, how he emotes (being hyperactive) and how he will best connect with him. Each child is different and is different depending on the day (like everyone). Also, children with hyperactive behaviors sometimes are NOT able to get on that level of "connecting" during the time they have for therapy. It's a relatively short amount of time. Plus, for hyperactive children, new places and new people can elicit this kind of behavior - where they have trouble focusing and concentrating on what's happening. It's likely that the therapist realized this and focused on gaining more information on the child in terms of what brings his attention in. Hope this helps. - a grad student in school to become a therapist. :)
Awesome!!!!
You are good 🎉
This is macaulay culkin and Schwarzeneggers love child
kid: No, *yeets the toy across the room like it was trash* the red gingerbread: Why..Why did you throw me away child..
Not really child directed therapy with therapist asking questions then answering with his own experiences. Interesting to see though,
I think it's probably fairly common for a therapist to model and give examples of possibilities - sometimes kids have trouble coming up with their own, particularly at first.
Tath is an assasement sessione albert sad it
@@gkrehsorc I was thinking the same thing. I work with preschoolers as my day job, and we spend a lot of time modeling, as the kids learn to develop skills.
Kid is awesome
Aww ur so nice
Bro you look cute
This kids was not attending too the counselor or learning anything (IMO) from what he was saying. Trying to convert a regular Candyland into a counseling game doesn't work... Please check out all of the games that I have created for counseling in my Store, Counseling Fanny Pack of Fun on Teachers pay Teachers. Your clients will actually make progress.
No sweets before Therapy:) he‘s so hyper.
This is teaching... it doesn't look very therapeutic. The "Dr" looks like he is failing to make a real connection and be on the child's level.
Why "Dr" in quotes if he has a doctorate? Anyway, I thought he did an amazing job encouraging the child who has very hyperactive tendencies to think about and talk about some of these emotions. It can be very difficult for children with developmental delays to talk about feelings, so even the small amount that they were able to work on identify emotions was a huge success. It was one of their first sessions.
I feel hes placing too many core values on the child. "Your being silly, you know how to play the game" doesn't sound overly accepting.,
or it could be used in a way to engage and challenge the child. Sometimes kids respond to their 'silly' behaviour when grown ups recognise it.
He actually said that it was an initial session to assess understanding of feelings.... it's not supposed to be therapeutic.
I have to wonder how many of you are doctors, working with the special needs child and asking that child to make a video. Try doing the work before you become an expert.
Green: you know what scares me? That kid!
I am howling in laughter ! 😂🤣😂 also I totally agree lol