Play Therapy Techniques

Charles E. Schaefer, Donna M. Cangelosi

• Publisher: Jason Aronson, Inc.
• Year: 2002
• eBook ISBN: 9781461731528
• Edition: 2
• Topic: Psychology
• Subtopic: Applied Psychology
• Index: Psychology

The second edition of Play Therapy Techniques includes seven new chapters in addition to the original twenty-four. These lively chapters expand the comprehensive scope of the book by describing issues involved in beginning and ending therapy, using metaphors, playing music and ball, and applying the renowned "Color Your Life" technique.

The extensive selection of play techniques described in this book will add to the clinical repertoire of students and practitioners of child therapy and counseling. When used in combination with formal education and clinical supervision, Play Therapy Techniques, Second Edition, can be especially useful for developing treatment plans to address the specific needs of various clinical populations. Students and practitioners of child therapy and counseling, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, and child life specialists will find this second of Play Therapy Techniques informative and clinically useful.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Half title
• Title
• Copyright
• Dedication
• Contents
• Preface
• 1. Introduction
• Part I: Beginning and Ending Phases of Play Therapy
• Part II: Symbolic Play Techniques
• Part III: Play Techniques Using Natural Media
• Part IV: Drawing and Art Techniques in Play Therapy
• Part V: Storytelling, Role Playing, and Other Techniques
• Part VI: Board Games
• Part VII: Electronic Games in Play Therapy
• Credits
• Index