Review
This book is an essential volume for any practitioner working with young children. The authors have successfully delivered the rapprochement between the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of play therapy. The case studies included in the book add testaments to its success and effectiveness. School-Based Play Therapy will undoubtedly become a classic in the field. (Reviewed by Geraldine Oades-Sese in School Psychology Early Childhood Newsletter) "...an attractive book…the discussion of games to play with young children with AdHD was very interesting and useful..." (Child Abuse Review, Jan-February 2003) "...innovative and important in itself...practitioner friendly and accessible to an international audience..." (Jnl of Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, Vol 8(1))
Review
"...an attractive book…the discussion of games to play with young children with AdHD was very interesting and useful..." (Child Abuse Review, Jan-February 2003) "...innovative and important in itself...practitioner friendly and accessible to an international audience..." (Jnl of Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, Vol 8(1))
Book Description
An essential guide that focuses on play therapy in schools This landmark reference presents an A-to-Z guide for using play therapy in preschool and elementary school settings to help children prevent or resolve psychosocial difÞculties. Coedited by three experts in the Þeld, School-Based Play Therapy offers school counselors, psychologists, teachers, and social workers the latest techniques to help them develop their own creative approaches to utilizing the therapeutic powers of play. Beginning with an overview that addresses multicultural concerns, a description of play instruments, and observational techniques, this practice-oriented book explains how to implement play therapy in schools, with solid advice on gaining acceptance from other staff members and administration. Covering both individual and group play therapy, it clearly describes proven approaches such as child-centered play therapy, Theraplay, sandplay, and art exercises. The thorough treatment of the subject combined with the contributors’ incomparable expertise makes this an essential volume for all mental health professionals working in schools. - Describes play therapy approaches for special populations, such as sexually abused children, ADD/ADHD, children of divorce, and others
- Includes innovative play therapy programs and tools
- Outlines how to construct portable play kits and set up a play space
Book Info
Mount St. Mary College, Newburgh, NY. Offers mental health professionals working in schools a description of play therapy approaches, such as Theraplay, sandplay, and art exercises, for use in an elementary school setting. Considers multicultural factors, outlines how to construct and set up portable play kits, and describes approaches for special populations.
From the Back Cover
An essential guide that focuses on play therapy in schools This landmark reference presents an A-to-Z guide for using play therapy in preschool and elementary school settings to help children prevent or resolve psychosocial difÞculties. Coedited by three experts in the Þeld, School-Based Play Therapy offers school counselors, psychologists, teachers, and social workers the latest techniques to help them develop their own creative approaches to utilizing the therapeutic powers of play. Beginning with an overview that addresses multicultural concerns, a description of play instruments, and observational techniques, this practice-oriented book explains how to implement play therapy in schools, with solid advice on gaining acceptance from other staff members and administration. Covering both individual and group play therapy, it clearly describes proven approaches such as child-centered play therapy, Theraplay, sandplay, and art exercises. The thorough treatment of the subject combined with the contributors’ incomparable expertise makes this an essential volume for all mental health professionals working in schools. - Describes play therapy approaches for special populations, such as sexually abused children, ADD/ADHD, children of divorce, and others
- Includes innovative play therapy programs and tools
- Outlines how to construct portable play kits and set up a play space
About the Author
ATHENA A. DREWES, PsyD, RPT-S, is Senior Psychologist and Clinical Coordinator of the Astor Home for Children, a residential treatment center in New York. She is the founder and past-president of the New York branch of the Association for Play Therapy.
J. CAREY, MSW, CSW, is a social worker in private practice in New York and a supervisor for the Association for Play Therapy, as well as the current President of its New York branch.
CHARLES E. SCHAEFER, PhD, has been a major force behind the growth of play therapy practice in this country. He is cofounder and board member emeritus of the Association for Play Therapy, as well as the author/editor of numerous books on the subject, including Handbook of Play Therapy, vols. 1 and 2, Game Play, and Play Diagnosis and Assessment (all from Wiley). Schaefer is also Professor of Psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Rating
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