Clinical Applications of the Therapeutic Powers of Play: Case Studies in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy

Clinical Applications of the Therapeutic Powers of Play equips readers to explore, discover, and identify the therapeutic powers of play in traditional and nature-based therapeutic environments, using embodiment-projective-role to navigate the developmental stages linking play and the achievement of physical, emotional, and social identity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 18 March 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Clinical Applications of the Therapeutic Powers of Play offers a transformative approach to linking abstract theory with practical knowledge, facilitating navigation through the intricate complexities of clinical reasoning in age-sensitive and often non-verbal psychotherapies. This insightful book invites readers to delve into the realm of child psychotherapy and explore the therapeutic power of play within traditional and nature-based therapeutic environments. Through the use of embodiment-projective-role, it guides readers through the developmental stages that connect play to the achievement of physical, emotional, and social identity.

Packed with captivating stories of hope and repair, this book deconstructs the therapeutic process to unveil how play facilitates communication, fosters emotional well-being, enhances personal strengths, and strengthens social relationships. This comprehensive text serves as a valuable resource for therapists seeking to navigate the world of child and adolescent psychotherapy, providing insightful clinical case studies to illustrate the therapeutic powers of play. By embracing the transformative potential of play, therapists can enhance their therapeutic interventions and create meaningful change in the lives of their clients.

Weight: 314g
Dimension: 191 x 235 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367341091