Research supports play therapy because of its proven positive impact on helping children cope with and overcome problems.



Each of the 27 play therapy activities includes:

• Rationale: quick reference to each activitys intent


• ASCA Standards


• Recommended Age/Grade Level


• Therapeutic Purpose: explains specific applications of each technique


• Instructions: step-by-step directions


• Processing: guide for the wrap-up portion of an activity


• Additional Suggestions


• Reproducible materials checklist, recording worksheet, activity sheets

The included CD allows for easy reproduction of all reproducibles in black and white as well as in color, where appropriate.

These fun-to-present activities will encourage your clients to communicate more freely and give you insight into their thoughts and behaviors.



Paperback: 144 pages