Play is the language of children and play therapy is a treatment
approach that uses a child’s natural tendency to “play out” their
reactions to life situations. Toys in a play therapy room include
games, puppets, art supplies, and sand trays. All toys are carefully
selected to facilitate creative and emotional expression from
children.
Play therapy teaches children how to identify and recognize their
feelings. It improves their self-concept, reduces anxiety and initiates
behavioral changes. By making appropriate choices in the play room
children find solutions to problems and learn self control which leads
to taking responsibility for their actions.
The role of the play therapist is to provide an environment where a
child feels safe to play out his or her concerns. As a result, the
therapist can assess the child’s play and make recommendations to
parents concerning plans for resolving problems.
approach that uses a child’s natural tendency to “play out” their
reactions to life situations. Toys in a play therapy room include
games, puppets, art supplies, and sand trays. All toys are carefully
selected to facilitate creative and emotional expression from
children.
Play therapy teaches children how to identify and recognize their
feelings. It improves their self-concept, reduces anxiety and initiates
behavioral changes. By making appropriate choices in the play room
children find solutions to problems and learn self control which leads
to taking responsibility for their actions.
The role of the play therapist is to provide an environment where a
child feels safe to play out his or her concerns. As a result, the
therapist can assess the child’s play and make recommendations to
parents concerning plans for resolving problems.
What Is Play Therapy?