We believe that healing begins in spaces where we feel safe enough to be our full selves. Therapist authenticity and embodiment is an important part of child therapy work. The Relational Embodied approach is rooted in the transformative power of Expressive Play Therapy and Somatic Attachment Psychotherapy, creating a compassionate environment for growth, self-discovery, and healing for children and their families. Founded by Rachael Pasemko, an experienced Social Worker, Clinical Counsellor, and Play Therapist Supervisor, Relational Embodied integrates neuroscience, trauma therapy, attachment theory and non-directive approaches to create a refuge for expression and relational healing.
Relational Embodied
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For Therapists and Professionals
Relational Embodied is dedicated to supporting fellow therapists through group consultations and individual mentorships. We believe in openly discussing the magic and challenges of child therapy, offering a compassionate space to share, reflect, and grow. With a deep respect for the work that goes on behind closed doors, Rachael helps fellow therapists build confidence and expand their practice by incorporating neuroscience and relational therapy principles.
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Rachael Pasemko’s journey into child and play therapy has spanned over a decade, bringing together a wealth of experience, empathy, and expertise. She is known not only for her extensive knowledge in attachment and trauma work but also for her intuitive, right-brained approach to play therapy with children. In 2024, after years in private practice and leading a group therapy practice, Rachael founded Relational Embodied as a new path forward—focusing on consultations, therapeutic mentorship, and the expressive potential of play therapy.
Through Relational Embodied, Rachael offers a trusted space for deepening self-understanding within the therapeutic relationship, exploring child and play therapy, and supporting therapists. Relational Embodied serves as a tool for connection and healing.
Our Story and Vision
Meet Rachael Pasemko
At Relational Embodied, we focus on:
Relational Embodied Play Therapy is grounded in creating safe,
nurturing spaces where children can communicate and process their emotions without the limitations of words.
Our Approach to Therapy
Tapping into the powerful right-brained language of symbols, images, and play. Engaging children on their terms using metaphor, imagery, and creative expression to unlock healing pathways.
Non-directive expressive play:
Bringing somatic therapy and play therapy together. Honoring the body’s role in healing from trauma by attuning to nervous system regulation, relational safety, and facilitating right brain processing.
neuroscience in play therapy:
Creating a space and relationship where the child can express and heal from difficult attachment dynamics and past relational ruptures, fostering greater emotional ease and connection.
relational healing:
we support play therapists to confidently address attachment patterns, facilitate trauma processing, and offer children a chance to feel seen, valued, and understood—
just as they are.
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Trainings and Teachings
Take part in a transformational workshop designed to deepen your understanding of somatic attachment, expressive therapy, and play-based techniques, supporting meaningful connection and healing in therapeutic practice.
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Consultations for Therapists
Group and individual consultations that support therapists in embracing their own growth, discussing case dynamics, and fostering the nuances of right-brained, expressive therapy.
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Read Rachael's Journal
Rachael’s journey and insights are shared here in her Journal
A collection of reflections, stories, and therapeutic insights. Each piece explores the power of therapy, symbolism, neuroscience, and the impact of our non-directive, somatic approach. Join us in the stories that shape our work and the ways we can bring greater understanding to ourselves and to the lives of our clients.
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