Megan A. Connell PsyD ABPP PLLC

06/11/2025

Self care is important! I'll be taking some time for myself for the next couple of weeks I'll still try to post but it will be less frequent. Take time for yourself as well

06/05/2025

I will be hosting another round of my 10 session applied GM training this summer! More details to follow soon! (Space is limited to only 4 people so keep an eye out if you want to be a part of the training)

06/04/2025

I think we are starting to hit a critical point with applied gaming! I'm hearing about more and more groups and when I talk about it people say that they have at least heard of it before! If you are wanting to learn more please check out my book available wherever books are sold!

A comprehensive book explaining “applied RPGs”—using role-playing games therapeutically., Tabletop Role-Playing Therapy, A Guide for the Clinician Game Master, Megan A Connell, 9781324030607

06/03/2025

This is a wonderful article highlighting how gaming can help us all connect with one another!

https://neurosciencenews.com/asd-emotion-game-29189/?fbclid=IwY2xjawKr3AVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFQaDd4Yjk3cEkxODVZbld1AR4g8tVwPYklF5a2vrLGmFE2Cse3szoyLUq3jpqJ3XfdnzG9-RP_dnAvaMH2hg_aem_T9Ak8iLQGiIK2Sns-CoNbg

A new study finds that the storytelling board game Dixit may help people with autism express their thoughts and emotions.

06/02/2025

With Ohio Northern University – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

I had such an amazing time speaking at Ohio Northern University this past May. The students are wonderful and I hope to go back again soon!

05/29/2025

Find hope where you can and hold onto it!

05/28/2025

I got to have a great talk with Indie Game Origin about applied gaming! Check it out here: https://youtu.be/pGDAy0tvuIE

05/27/2025

I found this amazing game that puts Lofi music together with body doubling and super cute animals! (I'm not getting paid by them I just really like this game and already have over 20 hours in it!) https://mooncubegames.com/ Mooncube Events

Mooncube Games is a game development studio based in Montreal, working on uplifting and wholesome titles for PC and consoles.

05/26/2025

Got to have a wonderful talk about using TTRPGs in therapy and education yesterday!

05/22/2025

Good luck to everyone taking state tests today!

05/21/2025

Oh no there is a knitting side to Kickstarter...

05/20/2025

Things being difficult is not a sign that they are not worth doing, most if not all of what matters the most in our lives is very difficult to do. Don't be scared to push yourself and to work for the things that matter most in life.