<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Pathways to Peace Counseling]]></title><description><![CDATA[These high quality counseling games are designed by a Licensed Professional Counselor and incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:09:08 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Creative Way to Use Pipe Cleaners in Play Therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are many creative ways to use pipe cleaners in play therapy, but some are absolutely fantastic. I've scoured the web for some inspiration, and it hasn't disappointed. There are so many ideas, as each of these offers different metaphors and ways to incorporate symbolism into therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/creative-way-to-use-pipe-cleaners-in-play-therapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3dc558faba6cee57d9be5c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:00:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_2889b154196c4dc7a3090ec93637a422~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snack-O-Saurus Rex: How to Use it in Play Therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Snack-O-Saurus Rex is a fun, engaging game with some powerful play therapy uses. The imagery offers a segue into discussions of food issues, while the triggering events in gameplay can be insightful in family therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/snack-o-saurus-rex-how-to-use-it-in-therapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3d9fdb433568818449b54b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:00:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_11ffe7cc704e489b8b4fc5aedc0f81c3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turning Trauma into Treasures, a CBT Game for Children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turning Trauma into Treasures is a CBT game to help children process trauma. Perspective matters. The lens through which we view ourselves and others will greatly affect how we feel about what we have been through. This game is designed to challenge children to think the best of themselves, increase resilience, and find support figures when times are tough. It will also help them process parts of their trauma narrative in a playful setting. This game is not specific to the type of trauma the...]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/turning-trauma-into-treasures-a-cbt-game-for-children</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a39711872415ea9e53ae640</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:35:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_37df41aa887e4cc884900b7ba43fafa3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Help Children Develop a Healthy Sense of Self]]></title><description><![CDATA[Help children develop a healthy sense of self by utilizing powerful CBT books, games, and play interventions in therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/how-to-help-children-develop-a-healthy-sense-of-self</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f5fc83ddf80d7e38c81a27</guid><category><![CDATA[Intervention]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:09:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_58e16379fa654d859db8938fc85fe9a7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's Luck Got To Do With It - a FREE St. Patrick's Day CBT Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enjoy this FREE St. Patrick's Day CBT game available as a PDF download or for telehealth / online therapy.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/what-s-luck-got-to-do-with-it-a-free-st-patrick-s-day-cbt-game</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a5b02094843aee687ead95</guid><category><![CDATA[Holidays]]></category><category><![CDATA[Telehealth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Behavior]]></category><category><![CDATA[CBT]]></category><category><![CDATA[Free Resource]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:01:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_abf853f0a3304c50868d62a9553eb475~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANT Invasion: A Book and Game about Automatic Negative Thoughts for Children]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANT Invasion is an engaging book and interactive game designed to help children identify and transform automatic negative thoughts. The story centers on a young boy troubled by intrusive thoughts, who discovers that he can "blow up" these negative ideas by speaking truth to them. Ultimately, he learns effective skills to find peace and quiet his mind.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/ant-invasion-a-book-and-game-about-automatic-negative-thoughts-for-children</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69933c57cf429c4fcb4c6497</guid><category><![CDATA[Telehealth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Anxiety]]></category><category><![CDATA[Behavior]]></category><category><![CDATA[CBT]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book/Game Combos]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:11:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_5975622977e84399ab6834e6a34aa7e0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parenting Pointers: Freedom and Responsibility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parents often struggle to find the balance between giving their children what they want and setting limits. Some parents are more comfortable giving their children freedom, while others struggle to do so. While we often think of it as giving more freedom as children grow older, the practical reality is that it is more of a dance. We give freedom, then pull it back in when the child is not showing responsibility.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/parenting-pointers-freedom-and-responsibility</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67ffe80dcc69bec1d98b4229</guid><category><![CDATA[Parenting]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:00:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_ab74ac1632a7423581f2066496ebd7ca~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_937,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Yelling at Your Kids Doesn't Work and What to Do Instead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yelling comes naturally to many, yet it is often unproductive and backfires. While it might light a fire under them and get them up and going in the moment, the long-term effects are usually not good. Children become resentful, become yellers themselves, or learn to ignore it. This leads to more frustration and can make you feel out of control. This article will help you learn why yelling doesn't work and what other parenting interventions you can use instead.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/why-yelling-at-your-kids-does-not-work-and-what-to-do-instead</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67fffb2dcc69bec1d98b94d4</guid><category><![CDATA[Parenting]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:00:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_551312c9f89f49e6a4c6d8e203893eec~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mastering Self-Worth with The Comparison Game: Self-Esteem Games for Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Building self-worth in children is a journey filled with challenges and triumphs. As counselors, therapists, and parents, we often seek effective tools to help kids navigate their emotions and develop a healthy sense of self. One powerful approach is through self-esteem games that encourage positive thinking and resilience. ]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/mastering-self-worth-with-the-comparison-game-self-esteem-games-for-growth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69540ece815d1c9fc7639398</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:00:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_46d64b3b7c3d4bcd8b905158edcb27dc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_989,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Your Best Isn't Enough as a Therapist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Becoming a therapist is not for the faint of heart. Our job can be grueling. We come into this field to help and serve others. But some of our clients are like wells that always run dry. There is never enough of us to fill the vacuum. We give and give, but it seems not enough for some.  Perhaps the trauma is too deep. Or maybe they lack the desire to persevere and overcome. Often, a failed system harms rather than helps. With children, it is often due to a deeply broken family system.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/when-your-best-isn-t-enough-as-a-therapist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69163725f684794b1907caa3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:25:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_1aae2c4886954022bb120cc4cee67134~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_987,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protect the Dino: A Game Review for Play Therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Protect the Dino, a spin-off of Don't Break the Ice, can easily be adapted for play therapy use with a few modifications and creativity.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/protect-the-dino-a-game-review-from-a-play-therapist-s-perspective</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69025cce859180fba3242677</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:00:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_fbf621aa8f4e417e9582cc9cf1631818~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Game Therapy Toolbox!]]></title><description><![CDATA[I’m thrilled to have one of my activities featured in the NEW BOOK launching September 9: The Game Therapy Toolbox! Liana Lowenstein has graciously added Angry Birds Truth Bombs as one of the highlighted games in her new book. I feel honored and excited to be included. ]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/the-game-therapy-toolbox</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c47a4538f2385487470163</guid><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:45:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_30bf2843d214433b88acada86f2d2a00~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_526,h_676,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hearing Things Game Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[How can Hearing Things be used for therapy? We will explore the pros and cons of this game in this post. A video description is also available.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/hearing-things-game-review</link><guid isPermaLink="false">679e5a91d31ff1b0aa4f5ee6</guid><category><![CDATA[Intervention]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2025 14:00:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_05ca963121a845159e5fa4fb628e8e81~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robot Face Race: A Play Therapy Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robot Face Race appears to be a fun and engaging game. The packaging and imagery are appealing and draw you in. The concept seemed like...]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/robot-face-race-game-review</link><guid isPermaLink="false">679e4e4eb6cd3fa1d7b040e8</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Jul 2025 16:30:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_b8b867b3c5f24cbdb730d29620b1931c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_961,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strategies for Ending Sibling Rivalry to Enjoy a Peaceful Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Expert tips and tricks to reduce sibling rivalry and create a peaceful atmosphere in your home. This article addresses boundaries, conflict resolution, schedules, and helpful resources.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/strategies-for-ending-sibling-rivalry-to-enjoy-a-peaceful-summer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68545947f8aa8d44b1b2104e</guid><category><![CDATA[Behavior]]></category><category><![CDATA[Family]]></category><category><![CDATA[Parenting]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:50:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_9d43b780ca384ec4ba5b5f57941bec5d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creative Weather-Related Play Therapy Interventions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weather-related natural diasters can lead to deep anxiety and worries for children. This post is full of creative weather-related play therapy interventions and activities to help children process worries and trauma.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/creative-weather-related-play-therapy-interventions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67bd1e80dd0774e377e0424a</guid><category><![CDATA[CBT]]></category><category><![CDATA[Intervention]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 17:00:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_166ce4eb94f245a8a712084226c117b7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creative Dress-Up Ideas for Play Therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enjoy these creative dress-up ideas for play therapy. Kids can engage in creative play to overcome stuck points and feel empowered.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/creative-dress-up-ideas-for-play-therapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6796d0597740aac321bb9c23</guid><category><![CDATA[Intervention]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 15:13:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_7ab7365c47134bbcb0dc2976c5558fa6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Anger in Children: Causes and Strategies for Parents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anger in children is common, but also complex. Learn how to conquer the outbursts with tried and true methods from a play therapist.]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/understanding-anger-in-children-causes-and-strategies-for-parents</link><guid isPermaLink="false">679b8c9ec8dd6412297b840c</guid><category><![CDATA[Behavior]]></category><category><![CDATA[Anger]]></category><category><![CDATA[Parenting]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 17:00:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_247d9380d231475c8729dcb56ab9b047~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should I Medicate my Child with ADHD?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are many triggers for ADHD symptoms. We will discuss diet, parenting, screentime, exercise, and counseling and when to call the doctor]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/should-i-medicate-my-child-with-adhd</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67365327d88d34906183ac2c</guid><category><![CDATA[Parenting]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_422a8382274546caac7f15d19f2381d9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[If I Were a Superhero Book and Game]]></title><description><![CDATA[If I Were a Superhero is a book and game to help children process big emotions, behaviors, and traumas. ]]></description><link>https://www.pathwaystopeacecounseling.com/post/if-i-were-a-superhero-book-and-game</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67eb3f1ef96b48cc2d25a6a9</guid><category><![CDATA[Telehealth]]></category><category><![CDATA[Anxiety]]></category><category><![CDATA[Behavior]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book/Game Combos]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 18:19:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/faeb82_508c73b42add4bc2a0287cbebc7e6b86~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tasha Milligan</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>