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Book SynopsisPlay Therapy with Preteens presents integrative models of play therapy that incorporate expressive arts and evidence-informed interventions into working with preadolescents. The current research demonstrates treatment efficacy in incorporating creative, dynamic interventions into work with preadolescents and their families. This unique book is written specifically on play therapy with preadolescents, presenting a comprehensive yet practical approach that integrates expressive arts like music, movement, play, sand, and poetry into treatment, along with familial involvement. Contributors cover a multitude of therapy options including: cognitive behavioral; attachment-centered; Alderian; family play; relational transformation; nature-based; and directive. This volume is the perfect companion to beginning and seasoned practitioners.
Trade ReviewPlay Therapy with Preteens is a very well-written, informative, and comprehensive guide to developmentally appropriate play interventions for preadolescents. Highly recommended! -- Charles E. Schaefer, PhD, RPT-S, cofounder and director emeritus, the Association for Play Therapy
This book is the first of its kind; it fills a void and provides a treasure trove of approaches, information, research, and practices in the field of play therapy with preteens. I highly recommend it for practitioners, graduate students, and academics. -- John Allan, professor emeritus, University of British Columbia, and author of Inscapes of the Child’s World
This unique volume offers treatment approaches for preadolescents as seen through the kaleidoscopic lens of theory and techniques. Poignant case studies enrich each chapter and offer practical applications. A useful addition for beginners as well as seasoned clinicians and play therapists! -- Athena A. Drewes, PsyD, MA, MS, RPT-S, director of Clinical Training, Astor Services for Children and Families
Table of ContentsChapter 1: Play Therapy with Preadolescents: A Developmental Overview by David Crenshaw and Sarah Caprioli Chapter 2: Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy with Preadolescents: Using Academic Curricula Standards to Guide Treatment Interventions by Janine Shelby Chapter 3: Attachment-Centered Play Therapy with Middle School Student by Clair Mellenthin Chapter 4: Adlerian Play Therapy with Preadolescents by Kristin Meany Whalen Chapter 5: Family Play Therapy with Preteens by Anne Stewart, Ariel Marrero, and Joseph Pellegrino Chapter 6: Relational Transformation: Child Centered Play Therapy with Pre- and Early Adolescents by Dee Ray and Cody Lankford Chapter 7: Nature-Based Play Therapy with Preadolescents by Sang Min Chin and Jacqueline Swank Chapter 8: AutPlay® Therapy with Preadolescents Affected by Autism by Robert Jason Grant Chapter 9: Directive Play Therapy Techniques with Preadolescents by Pam Dyson Chapter 10: Sandplay Therapy with Preteens: Audrey Punnett Chapter 11: Play Therapy in Middle Schools: A Cognitive-Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT) Approach for Preadolescent Social Skills Development by Laura Fazio-Griffith Chapter 12: Ethical Issues in Play Therapy with Preadolescents: Therapist Competence, Confidentiality, and Self-Care by Jodi Crane and Amie Myrick
