I believe that healing begins in the spaces where we feel safe enough to be our full selves. The Relational Embodied approach is rooted in the transformative power of relational safety, Expressive Play Therapy and Somatic Therapy, creating a compassionate environment for growth, self-discovery, and healing. I am an experienced Social Worker, Clinical Counsellor, and Play Therapist Supervisor, that founded Relational Embodied to offer a supportive space for therapists to expand their practice and lean into a wise community of other therapists working with children. I facilitate trainings for therapists interested in integrating a Relational Embodied approach into their play therapy practice, one to one supervision, and consultation groups for ongoing support. If a safe space, to explore your child therapy practice, as your authentic self, sounds supportive - welcome home.
Relational Embodied
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For Therapists and Professionals
Relational Embodied is dedicated to supporting fellow therapists, and other professionals, through group consultations and individual mentorships. I 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, I aim to support fellow therapists in building confidence and expanding their practice by incorporating neuroscience and relational therapy principles.
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My journey into child and play therapy has spanned over twenty years, bringing together a wealth of experience, empathy, and expertise. I have become known for my extensive knowledge in attachment and trauma work but also for my intuitive, right-brained approach in play therapy with children. In 2024, after years in private practice and leading a group therapy practice, I founded Relational Embodied as a new path forward—focusing on sharing the style of play therapy I integrated over my career, to build a community of support for play therapists, and to share in the potential of play therapy.
Through Relational Embodied, I offer a trusted space for deepening self-understanding within the therapeutic relationship, exploring child and play therapy, and supporting therapists to feel alive and nourished while doing this sometimes challenging work. Relational Embodied serves as a safe space for connection and healing.
I offer one to one and group consultations, workshops and trainings.
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. Honouring the body’s role in healing 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:
This is a space for 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
Looking for 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? Contact me now to discuss building an offering.
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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
A collection of reflections, stories, and therapeutic insights, exploring the power of therapy, symbolism, neuroscience, and the impact of our non-directive, somatic approach. Join in on the stories that shape this work and the ways we can bring greater understanding to ourselves and to the lives of our clients.
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