Book Description

The purpose of this book is to fill a gap in knowledge that exists and to better equip future generations of mental health professional leaders. During the last fifteen years of leading CCFAM, then CCFAM Training, and now Play Therapy Training Resources, I learned to intentionally lead and followed the next step of claiming a culture for the foundation of the businesses and the employees within them. How did this happen? Leading intentionally and claiming a culture required me to be an active participant and leader in these organizations. This book invites you, as the reader, to come along on some of my recreational adventures-running, skiing, and water sports, to name a few-for what I hope will be relatable stories and lessons. Both being a leader and participating in physical recreation demand you to be active in each moment, and I draw wisdom from the parallels of those experiences. As I share memories and takeaways from my journey to intentional leadership and claiming a culture, I will focus on four primary areas: 1) making a positive impact, 2) considering the vision for the culture, 3) normalizing the struggles and mistakes that occur within organizations (as you learn from mistakes I made), and 4) encouraging you to continue your own adventure story, as it unfolds in the years ahead.