Special Topics in Play Therapy.

Catalog description

The course is offered in order to introduce students to emerging theory and techniques within the play therapy field. The application of play therapy models and techniques to special populations will also be addressed. Examples of topics: Advanced Child-Centered Play Therapy Techniques; Play Therapy with Children diagnosed with Oppositional-Defiant Disorder; Play Therapy with Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders; Advanced Adlerian Play Therapy Techniques; Advanced Experiential Play Therapy Techniques; Play Therapy with Physically, Emotionally, and Sexually Abused Children; Play-Based Child and Family Assessment Techniques.