Introduction to play therapy

Play therapy is a popular and important intervention for many children with psychological problems and traumatic life experiences.

This title 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?; and 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 should help adults who communicate with children in any role, be they parents, teachers or therapists.