Introduction to Developmental Playtherapy: Playing and HealthDeveloping the basic principles of her model of playtherapy, Sue Jennings has written a stimulating book that will provide inspiration for those new to the discipline, whilst providing a fresh and exciting approach for established practitioners. In Introduction to Developmental Playtherapy, Jennings argues that creative play is essential for children's health. Drawing on examples from her own professional experience, she discusses how play can help resolve issues by allowing possible solutions to be explored safely, thus encouraging flexibility of response. She explores the cultural background and theory of using play as a therapeutic tool with children and how play can communicate to the therapist what the child needs to tell. Innovative and accessible, her book breaks fertile new ground for playtherapy. |
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... Mandala Technique 75 , 149-51 chart 149 manipulative play 57 markers of life changes 51-3 Mary ( aged 14 ) 120 , 125–8 Mary ( playing with Babushkas ) 104 maturity stage ( Freud ) 39 Medusa , slaying of 59 meeting the child , for ...
... Mandala Technique 75 , 149-51 chart 149 manipulative play 57 markers of life changes 51-3 Mary ( aged 14 ) 120 , 125–8 Mary ( playing with Babushkas ) 104 maturity stage ( Freud ) 39 Medusa , slaying of 59 meeting the child , for ...
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... Mandala Method 150 chart 149 personal anecdote 146-9 personal reflection 164 pregnancy , development of play in utero during 13 pre - operational stage ( Piaget ) 47 pre - session , for diagnosis and assessment 139 ' Primal Act ...
... Mandala Method 150 chart 149 personal anecdote 146-9 personal reflection 164 pregnancy , development of play in utero during 13 pre - operational stage ( Piaget ) 47 pre - session , for diagnosis and assessment 139 ' Primal Act ...
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