Play is a way for children to process information, tell you what's going on in their lives or a way to solve problems for themselves. It's the best kind of therapy for some children because it uses metaphor.
Some children don't actually know how to play, so part of the job is to teach them how to do it in the first place.
You can use a number of techniques including art, music, story telling and sand play. They can all be used to communicate in a non-verbal way.
Play therapy can be used to help children with all sorts of issues including abuse, domestic violence, bereavement, conduct disorder or family break-ups. Usually I work with children up to 13, but I have worked with some aged up to 16.
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