Play therapy is described as the systematic use of a theoretical model to establish an interpersonal process wherein trained play therapists use the therapeutic powers of play to help clients prevent or
resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development.
The goal of play therapy is «to help clients prevent or
resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development» (Association for Play Therapy website).
Play Therapy is a theoretical model of psychotherapy which uses the therapeutic powers of play to help clients prevent or
resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development.
Ms. Mellenthin described how play therapy could help a child gain insight and
resolve psychosocial difficulties.
«the systematic use of a theoretical model to establish an interpersonal process wherein trained play therapists use the therapeutic powers of play to help clients prevent or
resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development» (Association for Play Therapy).