This week we speak with Dr. Kathryn Smerling, the author of the forthcoming book “Learning to Play Again: Rediscovering Our Early Selves to Become Better Adults”. During our discussion, Dr. Smerling talks about what brought her to family therapy, intergenerational trauma, the effect divorces can have on families, the importance of nature and exercise, and much more. Please join us!

Dr. Smerling's site: https://drksmerling.com/

Link to pre-order Learning to Play Again: Rediscovering Our Early Selves to Become Better Adults: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538183229/Learning-to-Play-Again-Rediscovering-Our-Early-Selves-to-Become-Better-Adults

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