Play Therapy Theories and Perspectives : A Collection of Thoughts in the Field (Paperback)

Introduction Part 1: Perspective Chapter 1: Do You Have A Primary Play Therapy Theory or Approach You Use the Most and Why? Chapter 2: What Advice Would You Give Someone Just Getting Started in Play Therapy? Chapter 3: What are the Key Characteristics of a Well-Trained Play Therapist? Chapter 4: What are the Top Ten Items You Feel are Necessary in a Play Therapy Office? Chapter 5: What Have Been Some of the Most Challenging Things You Have Experienced as a Play Therapist? Chapter 6: What are Your Thoughts About Using Technology in Play Therapy? Part 2: Process Chapter 7: What Emphasis Do You Place on the Importance of Speaking the Client’s Language? Chapter 8: How Do You Include Parents in the Play Therapy Process? Chapter 9: What is the Importance of Regulation in Your Play Therapy Work; How is That Best Achieved? Chapter 10: How Do You Incorporate Nature into Play Therapy Treatment? Chapter 11: How Do You Address Issues of Noncompliance and Aggression in the Playroom? Chapter 12: How Do You Use A Sand Tray in Your Play Therapy Work? Chapter 13: How Do You Use Expressive Arts in Play Therapy? Chapter 14: How Do You Address Issues of Intersectionality in Your Practice? Part 3: Practice Chapter 15: What Are Your Suggestions for Building a Successful Play Therapy Practice? Chapter 16: What Do You Think is One of the Most Challenging Ethical Issues Currently in Play Therapy? Chapter 17: How Do You Set and Maintain Boundaries in the Playroom and with Clients, Parents, Caseworkers, Etc.? Chapter 18: How Do You Prevent Burnout and Compassion Fatigue?Chapter 19: How Do You Include Play in Your Play Therapy Supervision?Chapter 20: How Do You Use Play Therapy Across the Lifespan with Respect to Client Ages? Conclusion