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Current play therapy resources offer details on how to conduct play therapy, but are limited in addressing the challenges that develop when therapists conduct play therapy with real-life clients. Using the Child-Centered Play Therapy Approach, Ray has written the first book to address these complex play therapy subjects. Topics covered include: integrating field knowledge of play, development, and theory into the advanced play therapist’s knowledge base; working with difficult situations, such as limit-setting, aggression, and parents; addressing modern work concerns like measuring progress, data accountability, and treatment planning; differentiating play therapy practice in school and community settings; and addressing complicated skills, such as theme work, group play therapy, and supervision. Ray also includes her Child Centered Play Therapy Treatment Manual, an invaluable tool for any play therapist accountable for evidence-based practice. This manual can also be found on the accompanying downloadable resources, along with treatment plan, session summary, and progress-tracking worksheets.

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

  1. Ellen VW
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    July 4, 2016
    5.0 out of 5 stars VERY GOOD TEXTBOOK
    VERY HELPFUL
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    Kemi
    July 28, 2015
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Great!
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    grammy Ellen
    September 15, 2014
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    great post grad course
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    Gary Dickson
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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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