Play Therapy, Second Edition

"I have used this book with my graduate-level play therapy students for many years because of its comprehensive nature, and welcome the release of the second edition. Once again, the editors have gathered insightful clinicians to tackle a central question in the field of play therapy: How can theory, research, and practice come together to drive effective treatment? The second edition covers an extensive range of contemporary topics that are crucial for making informed treatment decisions and shaping the future of play therapy."--Mary Anne Peabody, EdD, LCSW, RPT-S, Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Southern Maine

"Play is nature’s balm--it heals, builds, produces insights, and is the foundation for psychological resilience. Here we have an extraordinarily comprehensive, wonderfully written compendium of theory, practice, and research on the therapeutic uses of play."--Peter Gray, PhD, Research Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, Boston College

"An indispensable guide to the rapidly evolving field of play therapy for both new and experienced therapists. Each chapter presents innovative approaches that address the diverse spectrum of issues bringing children, adolescents, and families into therapy. The book demonstrates best practices in the field with engaging case studies, and provides fresh perspectives on foundational techniques. Readers will be inspired to learn more about play therapy and to practice what they find in this rich source."--Karen Fried, PsyD, LMFT, private practice, Santa Monica, California; President, Violet Solomon Oaklander Foundation

“The editors and contributors are to be congratulated on their achievements in this second edition. It is a comprehensive guide to a great multitude of aspects of play therapy, all essential to practicing well as a play therapist. I recommend it to play therapy teachers, students, and practitioners, both in the United States and worldwide.”--Virginia Ryan, PhD, child psychologist and play therapist, University of York (retired), United Kingdom-