Play Based Therapy
Play therapy makes a difference. Play is an enjoyable, fun activity that elevates our spirits and brightens our outlook on life. Play relieves feelings of stress and boredom and, most importantly, helps us express ourselves.
What is Play-Based Therapy?
Play-based therapy refers to a large number of treatment methods, all applying the therapeutic benefits of play. Play therapy helps children to address and resolve their own problems and builds on the natural way that children learn about themselves and their relationships in the world around them. Together we can explore play therapy and determine if it is an appropriate fit for you and your child. I will be there to teach, guide, educate and encourage you through play with your child.
What does Play-Based Therapy help?
Play-based therapy helps children:
- Become more responsible for their behaviors and develop more successful strategies
- Develop new and creative solutions to problems
- Develop respect and acceptance of self and others
- Learn to experience and express emotion
- Cultivate empathy and respect for the thoughts and feelings of others
- Learn new social skills and relational skills with family
- Develop self-efficacy and a better assuredness about their abilities
If you’re interested in learning more about play-based therapy and how it can help your child grow, contact me today for a free consultation.