Counseling Children Through the World of Play

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Summary: Table of Contents
Review: Chapter One: The Child's World-- Chapter Two: Children Communicate through Play-- Chapter Three: Play Therapy As a Foundational Treatment-- Chapter Four: Working with Parents-- Chapter Five: The Playroom and Materials-- Chapter Six: Conducting a Child Play Therapy Session-- Chapter Seven: Therapeutic Limit Setting-- Chapter Eight: Using Stories, Sandplay, and Art in Play Therapy-- Chapter Nine: Issues in Counseling Children through Play-- Chapter Ten: Parent Training: Filial Therapy--

Chapter Eleven: Treating Traumatized Children-- Chapter Twelve: Treating Disruptive Behavior Problems-- Chapter Thirteen: Treating Anxious and Depressed Children-- Chapter Fourteen: Treating Other Common Childhood Problems-- Chapter Fifteen: Children and Psychopharmacology-- Appendix A: Assessment Instruments-- Appendix B: Informed Consent for Counseling-- Appendix C: Professional Disclosure Statement

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Summary: Insightful & Practical Application of Play Therapy Principle
Review: Dr. Sweeney provides an insightful and practical view of play therapy with in a spiritual context. It is well organized, well written, and easy to understand. Dr. Sweeney examines relevant issues including: entering the child's world, play as therapy, and treating children with distinct needs. This is a must text for beginer to experienced play therapist with faith. A wonderful book and a break through for the Christian community to understand and respond to the needs of children in a therapeutic way.

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Summary: A must read for the Christian therapist
Review: Dr. Sweeney's book is an informative and effective tool for parents and professionals who value interaction with children that is both Christian and empathic. This book has given me guidance as a play therapist, parent educator, and parent.