Can Play Therapy Themes Reveal What My Child Is Feeling?

TL;DR Play therapy themes are recurring patterns in a child’s symbolic play that help therapists understand what the child is feeling or working through, especially when they can’t express it in words.Common themes include power/control, safety, nurturance, aggression, rescue, and [...]

By |2025-07-31T09:54:02+00:00July 31st, 2025|Play Therapy|

Is Play Therapy Evidence Based or Just Child’s Play?

TL;DR Yes, play therapy is evidence-based, supported by numerous studies and randomized controlled trials. Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) is a widely researched, non-directive approach that builds emotional strength through the language of play. Meta-analyses show positive results for anxiety, [...]

By |2025-07-31T09:45:58+00:00July 31st, 2025|Play Therapy|
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