| Contents |
Introduction to play therapy -- History of play therapy -- Theoretical approaches to play therapy -- Logistical aspects of play therapy -- Tracking -- Restating content -- Reflecting feelings -- Setting limits -- Returning responsibility to the child -- Dealing with questions -- Integration of basic skills : the art of play therapy -- Recognizing and communicating through metaphors -- Advanced play therapy skills -- Working with parents and teachers -- Professional issues in play therapy. |
| Abstract |
Written for use in play therapy and child counseling courses, this extraordinarily practical text provides a detailed examination of basic and advanced play therapy concepts and skills and guidance on when and how to use them. Kottman’s multitheoretical approach and wealth of explicit techniques are also helpful for clinicians who want to gain greater insight into children’s minds and enhance therapeutic communication through the power of play. After a discussion of the basic concepts and logistical aspects of play therapy, Kottman illustrates commonly used play therapy skills and more advanced skills. Introduced in this edition is a new chapter on working with parents and teachers to increase the effectiveness of play therapy. Practice exercises and "Questions to Ponder" throughout the text facilitate the skill-building and self-examination process. |
| General note | Title from resource description page (viewed October 05, 2017). |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 303-328) and index. |
| Language | In English. |
| Issued in other form | Original version: 9781556203053 |
