Advanced Play Therapy: Essential Conditions, Knowledge, and Skills for Child Practice

14 reviews for Advanced Play Therapy: Essential Conditions, Knowledge, and Skills for Child Practice

1. Ellen VW

   Rated 5 out of 5

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   January 19, 2024

   5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book for beginning play therapists

   This book builds on Landreth’s book Art of Play Therapy and has been my guide as I have navigated through parent meetings.

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   RivAl

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   October 17, 2018

   5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Guide!

   This is a great comprehensive overview of play therapy, which outlines not only basic tenets, but also specific, advanced techniques, and methods for ...More

   This is a great comprehensive overview of play therapy, which outlines not only basic tenets, but also specific, advanced techniques, and methods for successfully implementing play therapy into a counseling practice. It is well laid-out and easy to read. I would definitely recommend this book to anybody interested in learning more about play therapy and its possibilities!

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   RWH

   Rated 5 out of 5

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   September 19, 2018

   5.0 out of 5 stars Don't wait, just buy this book.

   I am a child therapist and I was told by several people to buy this book over a year ago when I asked various questions about writing progress notes, ...More

   I am a child therapist and I was told by several people to buy this book over a year ago when I asked various questions about writing progress notes, treatment plans, and evidence base for play therapy. I finally bought it. It is SO worth it. Take a month off from buying more play therapy toys and sand tray miniatures and just buy this book!

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   John Brady Lawson

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   August 7, 2017

   5.0 out of 5 stars Bomb.com

   Great book! A must have for beginning play therapists. Dr. Ray is on point with the application of the skills she discusses.

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   tootybabe

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   July 14, 2016

   5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource !

   This is an excellent resource for all therapists working with children .

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   Chump in NYC

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   July 4, 2016

   5.0 out of 5 stars VERY GOOD TEXTBOOK

   VERY HELPFUL

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   Kemi

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   July 28, 2015

   5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars

   Great!

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   grammy Ellen

   Rated 4 out of 5

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   September 15, 2014

   4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars

   great post grad course

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   Gary Dickson

   Rated 4 out of 5

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   August 31, 2014

   4.0 out of 5 stars Terrific Book But Needed More On Treatment Planning

   Excellent book and well-written. I do wish the author had provided more information about writing treatment plans for CCPT as that is what those of us...More

   Excellent book and well-written. I do wish the author had provided more information about writing treatment plans for CCPT as that is what those of us in mental health private practices and agencies have to deal with day in and day out. She does give one example but more extensive examples would have been helpful.

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   Jessica Fonte

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   June 22, 2013

   5.0 out of 5 stars Play Therapy Training

   Great book. Enjoyed the connections with family therapy, school, and home. Goes with Play Therapy test on the A4PT website.

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   Dawn White

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   March 20, 2013

   5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource!

   I heard Dr. Ray in person in February. She is an excellent presenter and the book is superior for novice play therapists and those working at it for ...More

   I heard Dr. Ray in person in February. She is an excellent presenter and the book is superior for novice play therapists and those working at it for years.

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   Amy Adeline

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   December 28, 2012

   5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful read and Invaluably Informative

   This book is incredibly well written and engaging. Dr. Ray is an impeccable writer as well as play therapist and educator. She summarizes the essent...More

   This book is incredibly well written and engaging. Dr. Ray is an impeccable writer as well as play therapist and educator. She summarizes the essential information regarding play therapy, its origins, and its uses in a well thought out, engaging, and informative way. Anyone who is interssted in play therapy should read this book and utilize all of the information provided.

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   Vivirose

   Rated 5 out of 5

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   December 4, 2011

   Comprehensive and detailed manual

   I have found this book to be extremely useful for practitioners. It is well written and covers most of the settings in which therapists work. I foun...More

   I have found this book to be extremely useful for practitioners. It is well written and covers most of the settings in which therapists work. I found the chapter on working with parents particularly helpful and we have adopted some of its ideas and suggestions in our agency. Very good overview of different theories of child development too. All in all, a good resource for play therapists.

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   Lilly

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   April 3, 2011

   5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST HAVE

   Excellent book and a must have for every play therapist! Helps better understand children and their play and be a better play therapist. If you know t...More

   Excellent book and a must have for every play therapist! Helps better understand children and their play and be a better play therapist. If you know the basics of play therapy, this book will helps you to advance your knowledge and polish your skills.

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