Introduction to play therapy [electronic book] / Ann Cattanach.
By: Cattanach, Ann
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BookPublisher: Hove ; New York : Brunner-Routledge, 2003Description: online resource (200 pages).Content type: text Media type: computer Carrier type: online resourceISBN: 9781583912485 (paperback); 9780203695531 (e-book); 9780203695531 (e-book).Subject(s): Play therapyDDC classification: 618.92891653 Online resources: E-book
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Play therapy is a popular and important intervention for many children with psychological problems and traumatic life experiences. Written by a renowned expert in the field, Introduction to Play Therapy 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?
· 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 will help adults who communicate with children in any role, be they parents, teachers or therapists.
Includes bibliographical references (p. [187]-191) and index.
Electronic reproduction.: ProQuest LibCentral. Model of access: World Wide Web.
Table of contents provided by Syndetics
- 1 The meaning of childhood (p. 1)
- 2 Definitions of play therapy (p. 24)
- 3 Models of play therapy (p. 48)
- 4 Training and professional issues for play therapists (p. 69)
- 5 Settings for play therapy (p. 85)
- 6 Helping children through difficult life events and with chronic conditions (p. 106)
- 7 Play therapy and therapeutic play (p. 135)
- 8 Research in play therapy (p. 162)
- References (p. 187)
- Index (p. 192)