Presents an introduction to gestalt play therapy, a technique which
combines the principles of gestalt theory with play techniques. This book
provides an explanation of gestalt theory, a practical explanation of the
gestalt play therapy model, and also a range of play techniques that are
applied during each phase of the therapy process.This book is an introduction to gestalt play therapy a technique which
combines the principles of gestalt theory with play techniques, so that
children are able to use play to address their needs and problems. Research has
shown that this approach can be applied successfully in children with different
types of emotional problems in order to improve their self-support and
self-esteem. "The Handbook of Gestalt Play Therapy" provides the reader with an
explanation of gestalt theory, a practical explanation of the gestalt play
therapy model and also a wide range of play techniques that can be applied
during each phase of the therapy process. It also features case studies
throughout which illustrate how the techniques work in practice.
