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Playful Treatment - Strategically Therapeutic - cover

Playful Treatment - Strategically Therapeutic

Pasquale De Marco

Publisher: Publishdrive

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Summary

Play therapy is a powerful and effective form of therapy that helps children, adolescents, and adults to address a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. Through play, clients can express themselves, explore their feelings, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Play therapy is based on the belief that play is a natural and essential part of childhood. Play allows children to learn, develop, and grow. It is a way for them to express themselves, explore their environment, and interact with others. Play therapy capitalizes on this natural tendency of children to play and uses it as a tool for healing and growth.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of play therapy, from its history and theoretical foundations to its practical application in a variety of settings. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both mental health professionals and laypeople alike.

The book begins with an introduction to play therapy, explaining its basic principles and benefits. The following chapters explore different types of play therapy, including non-directive play therapy, directive play therapy, and cognitive-behavioral play therapy. The book also discusses the use of play therapy with specific populations, such as children with trauma, adolescents with behavioral problems, and adults with anxiety or depression.

The final chapters of the book provide practical guidance for therapists who want to incorporate play therapy into their practice. The book includes case studies, sample activities, and tips for working with clients of all ages.

Whether you are a mental health professional, a parent, or simply someone who is interested in learning more about play therapy, this book is an essential resource. Play therapy is a powerful tool that can help people of all ages to heal and grow.


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Available since: 06/02/2025.
Print length: 156 pages.

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