Lisa Dion

Lisa Dion, a licensed professional counselor and creator of Synergetic Play Therapy, challenges the notion that calmness should be the ultimate goal in parenting. She discusses how regulation doesn't equate to calm and shares the risks of pretending to be calm, especially when handling children with trauma. Lisa emphasizes the importance of emotional congruency—being honest about feelings like anger while still maintaining a sense of safety. Dive into this enlightening conversation on navigating the complexities of emotional regulation for better connections with children.