Theraplay - Theory, Applications and Implementation

With up-to-date information on Theraplay theory, applications and implementation, the chapters cover Theraplay with infants, toddlers, school aged children and adolescents. Home, school, and out-patient mental health settings are all covered in detail, as well as dyadic and group forms of Theraplay.

Client issues include interpersonal violence, LGBTQ families, anxiety, child sexual abuse, transitioning from foster care to adoption, and deaf and hard of hearing. Additionally, extensive information is provided about working with caregivers including discussion of their own attachment history, practice sessions before including the child, and regular caregiver-only sessions to process and strengthen Theraplay treatment.

This book is essential for any Theraplay practitioner wanting to ensure their approach is fully informed and carefully tailored to meet their client’s needs.

Officially supported and endorsed by the Theraplay Institute, this handbook provides concrete, practical assistance from international experts on deepening Theraplay knowledge and skills in a variety of areas of practice. It is essential reading for any Theraplay practitioner wanting to ensure their approach is carefully tailored to every setting.