Play Therapy is a form of psychotherapy primarily used with children. It utilizes play—children’s natural medium of expression—to help them communicate feelings, resolve psychosocial challenges, and learn problem-solving skills.
Key Points:
- Mechanism: Through toys, games, art, and role-play, children reveal emotional conflicts or experiences they might struggle to articulate verbally.
- Therapist’s Role: Observes and interacts with the child in a way that fosters trust, emotional safety, and opportunities for self-expression.
- Types of Play Therapy: Directive (therapist-guided) vs. Non-Directive (child-led) approaches.
- Applications: Effective for issues like trauma, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum issues, and behavioral concerns.
