A fun, festive craft activity to discuss and celebrate the things we are thankful for and wishes money can't buy. Materials Poster Paper (thick watercolor paper works great) Construction Paper…
This activity can be used to discuss protective factors, resiliency, and self-esteem (finding beauty in the imperfections). By using a shell as a symbol of the body, nature can be…
How to work with the child client and others to help gain control over anxiety. Keep your own anxiety in check Sometimes when confronted with a highly anxious child client,…
This "Color Your Feelings" activity can be used with children, adolescents, and even adults during any stage of therapy. This activity offers a visual approach to discussing internal feelings, which often conflict…
Using Jenga in Play Therapy for rapport-buildingWhy use Jenga?Jenga is a popular rapport-building game in Play Therapy. Jenga can be used with ages 6 and up. In therapy, Jenga can…
Reaching the inner child in every adult “It is utterly wonderful work because it brings an enormous depth to the process. Often, when talking, we only see the ‘now’ while…
A mindfulness activity designed to help kids and adolescents suffering from nightmares or other sleep issues. Thoughts and moods before bedtime have shown to have an impact on quality of…
Learn how to make dream catchers with kids using every day household items to promote better sleep. This activity is perfect for kids who struggle to go to sleep or…
From selecting a therapist to termination: A Guide for Parents Navigating Play Therapy. In This Article: Why Play Therapy? Behavioral Signs of Trauma The Intake Session Preparing Your Child for…
In This Article:Choosing The ContainerPicking A ListAssemble!The Finished ProjectLinks To Buy Starting OutCollecting toys for play therapy can be an expensive process. You could save money by accumulating items from thrift…