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As a specialist in child development and play therapy, I use a playful and individualized approach to empower children to cooperate, self-regulate and effectively communicate their needs.

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Drawing on my 30+ years of experience working with children, I have designed specialized workshops for groups of parents, teachers and mental health professionals.

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I provide consultation for parents, preschools and mental health professionals in order to find caring and creative solutions that take into account the particular needs of each child.

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Talking about the Tough Stuff with Children

At times like these, when hard things are happening in our community, our country, and in the larger world, we know it is our responsibility to communicate with our children. But it’s hard. Hard to find the right time. Hard to find the right words. Hard to know how much to share. Here are some thoughts I hope are helpful.
by Katrinca Ford
on March 16, 2026
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[March 2026] Therapist Workshop: Integrating Parents Into Play Therapy

Get ready to level up your Play Therapy by learning with another training about integrating parents into play therapy. This is an in-person workshop in Oakland, CA on March 14th. Click to read for more details.
by Katrinca Ford
on February 19, 2026
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Zoom Workshop: So You Want To Be A Registered Play Therapist

Do you want to be a registered play therapist but don't know where to start? Learn from an experienced clinician who has been there and help you unlock your play therapy superpower and more on January 16th, 2026. Click to learn more.
by Katrinca Ford
on December 17, 2025
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Hi, I'm Katrinca, LMFT

As a specialist in child development and play therapy, I use a playful and individualized approach to empower children to cooperate, self-regulate and effectively communicate their needs.

Drawing on my 30+ years of experience working with children, I have designed specialized workshops for groups of parents, teachers and mental health professionals.

I provide consultation for parents, preschools and mental health professionals in order to find caring and creative solutions that take into account the particular needs of each child.


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