Play Therapy

The play therapy's we offer include; puppet role play, sand box therapy, and clay therapy, to name a few. These are for children ages 4 and up.

The definition of play therapy by Erik Erikson (an expert in human growth and development): he explains play as a situation in which a child can work through experiences by creating model situations and master reality through planning and experimentation. Play offers opportunities for self-expression, mastery, and growth in a way that fits the child’s developmental level.

Play Therapy Stages:

The first phase of play therapy is commonly referred to as the initiation phase or exploratory stage. ...

The second stage is referred to as the resistance phase, aggressive stage, or negative reaction stage. ...

The third stage is the growing phase or work phase. ...

Lastly is the termination phase.

Links that explain More about Play Therapy:

5 Things Every Parent Should Know About Play Therapy