Play With Purpose teaches parents how to use games and play to connect, communicate, and be truly present with their child. Grounded in evidence-based practice, Montessori-inspired approaches, and drama therapy this short three-session training gives you practical tools to turn ordinary play into opportunities for authentic dialogue, responsive interaction, and deeper connection so you can build a deeper understanding of your child’s inner world—their needs, interests, motivations, and emotional experience
In just three one-hour sessions, you’ll learn practical strategies to:
- Strengthen communication through games – spark natural conversation, practice active listening, and use gameplay as a low-pressure way to explore feelings, choices, and experiences
- Deepen connection through responsive play – stay present, flexible, and attuned to your child’s cues
- Turn everyday games into meaningful bonding experiences – transform ordinary play into shared moments of trust, collaboration, and understanding
- Guide playful interaction for better engagement – foster co-creation and shared decision-making that strengthens connection beyond the game
This is a skills-based parent training:
- Parents attend alone and learn tools to use at home
- Structured, step-by-step guidance makes it easy to apply what you learn immediately
- Affordable, short, and practical—perfect for busy families
- Sessions offered midday or evening during the week
By the end of the training, you’ll leave with ready-to-use strategies that help you turn play into a powerful tool for communication, connection, and growth—without lectures, pressure, or stress.
Who is it for?
- Parents of children of all ages who want to strengthen connection, support independence, and guide their child’s social and emotional development through intentional play.
- Parents who want stronger connection with their kids
- Caregivers who want clear, practical tools for communication and intuitive understanding
- Anyone interested in intentional, values‑centered, daily interactions that promote growth, respect, and curiosity
What We’ll Do Together
Across three one hours sessions we focus on building confidence and practical tools that you can use right away to strengthen communication and connection with your child:
Session 1 — Foundations of Purposeful Play
Discover how games and play can naturally support communication and connection
Identify your goals as a parent for meaningful dialogue and responsive interaction
Explore different types of play (board games, card games, RPGs, imaginative play) and how each can be used to foster engagement and dialogue
Session 2 — Using Games to Guide Communication
Learn strategies to spark conversation and active listening during play
Practice guiding interactions that encourage back-and-forth dialogue and responsiveness
Explore ways to use games to strengthen shared understanding, collaboration, and playful connection
Session 3 — Integrating Play into Daily Life
Apply strategies across games, including RPGs, to create ongoing opportunities for communication and connection
Adapt techniques to your child’s age, interests, and energy level
Develop a flexible plan to continue playful, connected interactions at home
This is skills‑based training just for parents or caregivers. You’ll walk away with concrete, ready‑to‑use strategies that can infuse meaning and connection into play time.
Sessions are offered midday or evening, and are short, engaging, and affordable, with a focus on immediately applicable skills rather than long‑term therapy.
If you’re ready to make play purposeful and deepen your connection with your child in ways that feel joyful, respectful, and empowering, this training is for you.
How is this program structured?
This program is structured as a short-term parent training series.
- Investment: $160 per 60-minute parent session
- No long-term commitment required
- Pay-as-you-go
- Flexible attendance — schedule sessions as they fit your schedule.
- We can discuss follow up, booster, and check in sessions if you like
This allows parents to benefit from a structured process without pressure or long-term contracts.
Next Steps
If you’re interested and want to learn more to see if this program would be a good fit, please reach out to me and we’ll set up a free brief (10-15 minute) Zoom call
Prefer email?
You can also reach out directly at: tovadramatherapy@gmail.com