Parent Teacher Interview
Parent Teacher Interview
Podcast Description
Parent Teacher Interview explores the educational journey of our children and the successes and challenges that they will inevitably experience along the way. We delve into ways we can support our children throughout their schooling and discuss the transition to school, child development, building independence and resilience and a wealth of other topics that you may experience both for you as a parent and for your child in the amazing world of education.
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Explores varied topics such as child development, transitions to school, and building independence with episodes discussing strategies for raising resilient children, experiences in public versus private schooling, and the importance of speech and language support in early education.
Parent Teacher Interview explores the educational journey of our children and the successes and challenges that they will inevitably experience along the way. We delve into ways we can support our children throughout their schooling and discuss the transition to school, child development, building independence and resilience and a wealth of other topics that you may experience both for you as a parent and for your child in the amazing world of education.
Every child communicates differently. In this episode, we explore how creativity can become another pathway for children to express themselves, process emotions and build connection.
In this episode of the Parent Teacher Interview Podcast, Joshua sits down with registered Creative Arts Therapist Rebecca Iona to unpack what art therapy really is—and perhaps more importantly, what it isn't.
Together they explore how creativity can become a powerful tool for communication, emotional regulation and healing, particularly for children who struggle to express themselves verbally. Rebecca also shares practical insights into neuroaffirming practice, trauma-informed care and how parents and educators can create environments where children feel safe to be themselves.
Whether you're a parent, teacher or someone who works with children, this conversation offers practical ideas and a fresh perspective on supporting young people.
In this episode we discuss:
- What art therapy actually is (and what it isn't)
- Why creativity can help children communicate when words are difficult
- The difference between therapeutic art and art therapy
- How art therapy supports emotional regulation
- Neuroaffirming practice and supporting neurodivergent children
- Trauma-informed approaches in therapeutic settings
- Sensory needs and creating safe environments
- The importance of qualified Creative Arts Therapists
- Practical regulation tools for home, school and therapy
- The Māori concept of Takiwātanga (”in their own space and time”)
Connect with Rebecca
🌿 Website
https://www.thearttherapist.co.nz/
📸 Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/thearttherapistnz/
Resources mentioned
ANZACATA (Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association)
https://www.anzacata.org/
Whitecliffe College (Creative Arts Therapy programme)
https://www.whitecliffe.ac.nz/
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https://www.instagram.com/parent_teacher_interview_pod/
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🎵 Music Credits
Intro Music
Ember – The Lakes (via Uppbeat)
Outro Music
Green Leaf – The Lakes (via Uppbeat)
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