ABSTRACT

Play therapy is a popular and important intervention for many children with psychological problems and traumatic life experiences. Written by a renowned expert in the field, Introduction to Play Therapy provides a basic grounding in play therapy intervention, answering questions such as:
· Who can play therapy help?
· What are the best settings for play therapy?
· How should you train in play therapy?
A variety of models of working with play are explored, and an evaluation of the meaning of childhood is discussed in clear language, illustrated with clinical examples.
This book will help adults who communicate with children in any role, be they parents, teachers or therapists.

chapter Chapter 1|23 pages

The meaning of childhood

chapter Chapter 2|24 pages

Definitions of play therapy

chapter Chapter 3|21 pages

Models of play therapy

chapter Chapter 5|21 pages

Settings for play therapy

chapter Chapter 7|27 pages

Play therapy and therapeutic play

chapter Chapter 8|25 pages

Research in play therapy