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

Contents

• 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