Handbook of Play Therapy

O'Connor, Kevin J., Ph.D.; Schaefer, Charles E., Ph.D.; Braverman, Lisa D., Ph.D.

ISBN 10: 1118859839 / ISBN 13: 9781118859834

Edité par Wiley, 2015

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Synopsis :

A complete, comprehensive play therapy resource for mental health professionals

Handbook of Play Therapy is the one-stop resource for play therapists with coverage of all major aspects written by experts in the field. This edition consolidates the coverage of both previous volumes into one book, updated to reflect the newest findings and practices of the field.

Useful for new and experienced practitioners alike, this guide provides a comprehensive introduction and overview of play therapy including, theory and technique, special populations, nontraditional settings, professional and contemporary issues. Edited by the founders of the field, each chapter is written by well-known and respected academics and practitioners in each topic area and includes research, assessment, strategies, and clinical application. This guide covers all areas required for credentialing from the Association for Play Therapy, making it uniquely qualified as the one resource for certification preparation.

• Learn the core theories and techniques of play therapy
• Apply play therapy to special populations and in nontraditional settings
• Understand the history and emerging issues in the field
• Explore the research and evidence base, clinical applications, and more

Psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, social workers, and psychiatric nurses regularly utilize play therapy techniques to facilitate more productive sessions and promote better outcomes for patients. Handbook of Play Therapy provides the deep, practical understanding needed to incorporate these techniques into practice.

À propos de l'auteur:

KEVIN J. O'CONNOR, PHD, RPT-S, is a Clinical Psychologist and Distinguished Professor in Clinical PsyD and PhD programs at the California School of Professional Psychology. Along with Charles E. Schaefer, he cofounded the Association for Play.

CHARLES E. SCHAEFER, PHD, RPT-S, is Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Fairleigh Dickson University. Dr. Schaefer has written or edited over 55 professional books, many on the topic of play therapy.

LISA D. BRAVERMAN, PHD, is a pediatric psychologist who specializes in the areas of oncology, child abuse, and trauma. She also treats children, adolescents, and their families.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Handbook of Play Therapy
Éditeur : Wiley
Date d'édition : 2015
Reliure : Couverture rigide
Etat : good
Edition : 2ème Édition