Doing Play Therapy: From Building the Relationship to Facilitating Change
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Description
Covering the process of therapy from beginning to end, this engaging text helps students and practitioners use play confidently and effectively with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with emotional or behavioral problems or life challenges. With an accessible theory-to-practice focus, the book explains the basics of different play therapy approaches and invites readers to reflect on and develop their own clinical style. It is filled with rich case material and specific examples of play techniques and strategies. The expert authors provide steps for building strong relationships with clients; exploring their clinical issues and underlying dynamics; developing and working toward clear treatment goals; and collaborating with parents and teachers. A chapter on common challenges offers insightful guidance for navigating difficult situations in the playroom.
Keywords
MEDICAL Gynecology & Obstetrics; MEDICAL Psychiatry Child & Adolescent; Medical personnel and patient; PSYCHOLOGY Psychotherapy Child & Adolescent
Document Type
Book
ISBN
9781462536115
Publication Date
2018
Publisher
Guilford Press
City
New York City, NY
Department
Department of Family, Aging and Counseling
Object Description
xviii, 396 pages ; 24 cm
Language
en
Recommended Citation
Meany-Walen, Kristin K. and Kottman, Terry, "Doing Play Therapy: From Building the Relationship to Facilitating Change" (2018). Faculty Book Gallery. 709.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/facbook/709
