An integrative approach to play therapy blending various therapeutic treatment models and techniques Reflecting the transition in the field of play therapy from a "one size fits all" approach to a more eclectic framework that integrates more than one perspective, Integrative Play Therapy explores methods for blending the best theories and treatment techniques to resolve the most common psychological disorders of childhood. Edited by internationally renowned leaders in the field, this book is the first of its kind to look at the use of a multi-theoretical framework as a foundation for practice. With discussion of integrative play treatment of children presenting a wide variety of problems and disorders―including aggression issues, the effects of trauma, ADHD, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorders, social skills deficits, medical issues such as HIV/AIDS, and more―the book provides guidance on: <ul>
<li> Play and group therapy approaches </li> <li> Child-directed play therapy with behavior management training for parents </li> <li> Therapist-led and child-led play therapies </li> <li> Cognitive-behavioral therapy with therapeutic storytelling and play therapy </li> <li> Family therapy and play therapy </li> <li> Bibliotherapy within play therapy </li> </ul>
An essential resource for all mental health professionals looking to incorporate play therapy into treatment, Integrative Play Therapy reveals unique flexibility in integrating theory and techniques, allowing practitioners to offer their clients the best treatment for specific presenting problems.

Integrative Play Therapy

Medical Books

SCHAEFER, CHARLES E.

Drewes, Athena A.

Bratton, Sue C.

Medicine

wiley

"Focusing on the specific ingredients that activate clinical change, this book is enhanced by current research, more ample scope, and an array of contributions in contemporary and relevant topic areas. It is full of inspiration, direction, and grounding. This is a stunning contribution to the field of child therapy." ―Eliana Gil, PhD, Gil Institute for Trauma Recovery and Education A practical look at how play therapy can promote mental health wellness in children and adolescents Revised and expanded, The Therapeutic Powers of Play, Second Edition explores the powerful effects that play therapy has on different areas within a child or adolescent's life: communication, emotion regulation, relationship enhancement, and personal strengths. Editors Charles Schaefer and Athena Drewes―renowned experts in the field of play therapy―discuss the different interventions and components of treatment that can move clients to change. Leading play therapists contributed to this volume, supplying a wide repertoire of practical techniques and applications in each chapter for use in clinical practice, including: <ul>
<li>Direct teaching</li> <li>Indirect teaching</li> <li>Self-expression</li> <li>Relationship enhancement</li> <li>Attachment formation</li> <li>Catharsis</li> <li>Stress inoculation</li> <li>Creative problem solving</li> <li>Self-esteem</li> </ul>
Filled with clinical case vignettes from various theoretical viewpoints, the second edition is an invaluable resource for play and child therapists of all levels of experience and theoretical orientations.

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