Healing Through Play: Crisis Intervention with Isabella Cassina & Claudio Mochi 🌍

🌍 In this powerful episode, Lisa is joined by Isabella Cassina and Claudio Mochi, pioneers of using play therapy in international crisis intervention. As co-founders of the INA International Academy for Play Therapy Studies and Psychosocial Projects in Switzerland, they’ve worked in over 30 cities across 15 countries, supporting children and families in the wake of natural disasters, conflicts, and crises. Together, they developed the transformative "Coping with the Present while Building for the Future" (CPBF) model, which has helped mental health professionals worldwide.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

Isabella and Claudio’s journey in crisis and humanitarian work ✈️
The unique challenges of using play therapy in crisis zones 🌪️
The philosophy behind "Recovering the Lost Play Time" 🧸
The impact of the CPBF model on international mental health professionals 🌍
How to create play sanctuaries and foster a culture of play in crisis situations 🏕️
MAP (My Awareness Process): A guiding framework for comprehensive awareness 🧠
The importance of community collaboration and cultural sensitivity in crisis intervention 🤝

Isabella and Claudio also share inspiring personal stories, shedding light on the emotional impact of their work and the resilience of the communities they serve. This episode is packed with heartfelt stories, practical insights, and powerful examples of how play therapy can be a lifeline in the most challenging times. 🌟

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