Dr Judi Parson, PhD, is a paediatric qualified Registered Nurse, Play Therapist / Supervisor and Senior Lecturer / Discipline Leader for Play Therapy at Deakin University, Australia, and Adjunct Professor at Hong Kong Shue Yan University. She has been actively involved in the professional development of play therapy in Australia and Internationally. Judi is a recognised presenter, educator, supervisor, and researcher in the field of play and psychosocial health and wellbeing of children with a particular interest in Medical Play Therapy. She has authored over 30 book chapters and journal articles and co-edited 2 books.