Emotions are big and sometimes scary to feel, especially as a child. As a mom, I want to foster a safe place to help my kids identify and work through their emotions, and love the idea that they can do that through play. I am so excited to have Elisabeth Emmerich, a registered play therapist, on the podcast this week to walk us through: 1. How can we, as parents, help our kids identify or understand the emotions they are feeling? (ie. Mad vs. frustrated?) 2. What are ways that we can help our kids to process their emotions? (ie. How can play help our kids process their emotions?) 3. Should I be concerned if my child is overly aggressive during play while mad? For example, the child is upset and is play with dolls and is making the dolls hurt each other. More about Elisabeth: Elisabeth Emmerich is a licensed therapist, registered play therapist, wife and mom to 3 boys. Elisabeth owns a private practice in Eden Prairie, MN (Creekside Counseling) and has been working in the mental health field for over a decade. Not only does Elisabeth continue to see therapy clients, but has a second business in which she hosts the Experience Motherhood Podcast and offers courses to support moms in being authentic and true to themselves in motherhood.   Elisabeth loves to come alongside moms and kids to support them in discovering that they are wonderfully and uniquely created. Outside of her businesses, Elisabeth loves walking the family dog and being outside with her 3 boys. Experience Motherhood Podcast Experience Motherhood Follow Elisabeth on Instagram @experiencemotherhood ______________________________ Did you love this episode? BUY ME A COFFEE for support! Find me on Instagram @balkanina @mamaknowspodcast Find me on TikTok Balkanina Subscribe to my Newsletter Private Facebook Motherhood-Podcast Community Mama Knows FB Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide any medical advice, it is for informational purposes only!