Ann Beckley Forest
Experienced play therapist with decades working with children; co-creator of Playful EMDR and co-author focused on integrating EMDR and play therapy for traumatized children.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 37min
503: Play Therapy + EMDR With Kids - With Ann Beckley Forest + Annie Monaco
In this engaging discussion, Ann Beckley Forest, an experienced play therapist, and Annie Monaco, an EMDR trainer, share their innovative approach with Playful EMDR. They explain the synergy between EMDR and play therapy in helping children process trauma, emphasizing the importance of playful engagement. Topics include the structured techniques of EMDR tailored for kids, the necessity of building rapport, and the urgency of addressing unprocessed trauma in youth. They also highlight the role of caregivers and the community in supporting therapeutic processes.
Sep 28, 2022 • 1h 5min
Interview with Ann Beckley Forest and Annie Monaco
In this episode, Ann Beckley Forest and Annie Monaco discuss integrating EMDR therapy with play therapy for trauma work with children. They highlight the importance of comfort, the evolving understanding of EMDR, and the impact of research on play therapy. The episode also mentions giveaways, an upcoming event in Coco Beach, and the Beyond Healing Center's website and trainings.
