Current play therapy resources offer details on how to conduct play therapy, but are limited in addressing the challenges that develop when therapists conduct play therapy with real-life clients. Using the Child-Centered Play Therapy Approach, Ray has written the first book to address these complex play therapy subjects. Topics covered include: integrating field knowledge of play, development, and theory into the advanced play therapist’s knowledge base; working with difficult situations, such as limit-setting, aggression, and parents; addressing modern work concerns like measuring progress, data accountability, and treatment planning; differentiating play therapy practice in school and community settings; and addressing complicated skills, such as theme work, group play therapy, and supervision. Ray also includes her Child Centered Play Therapy Treatment Manual, an invaluable tool for any play therapist accountable for evidence-based practice. This manual can also be found on the accompanying downloadable resources, along with treatment plan, session summary, and progress-tracking worksheets.
Advanced Play Therapy: Essential Conditions, Knowledge, and Skills for Child Practice
$19.95
5 reviews for Advanced Play Therapy: Essential Conditions, Knowledge, and Skills for Child Practice
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tootybabe –
This is an excellent resource for all therapists working with children .
John Brady Lawson –
Great book! A must have for beginning play therapists. Dr. Ray is on point with the application of the skills she discusses.
RWH –
I am a child therapist and I was told by several people to buy this book over a year ago when I asked various questions about writing progress notes, treatment plans, and evidence base for play therapy. I finally bought it. It is SO worth it. Take a month off from buying more play therapy toys and sand tray miniatures and just buy this book!
RivAl –
This is a great comprehensive overview of play therapy, which outlines not only basic tenets, but also specific, advanced techniques, and methods for successfully implementing play therapy into a counseling practice. It is well laid-out and easy to read. I would definitely recommend this book to anybody interested in learning more about play therapy and its possibilities!
Ellen VW –
This book builds on Landreth’s book Art of Play Therapy and has been my guide as I have navigated through parent meetings.