Description
The Definitive Guide to Theraplay(R) for Practitioners, officially endorsed by the Theraplay(R) Institute
Theraplay is an intervention that focuses on enhancing the connection, trust and joy between a child and a parent. It involves interactive, playful activities using simple face-to-face reciprocal interactions, and involves using all of the senses, including rhythm, movement and touch. This comprehensive guide outlines the theory, reflection, and skill development of the practitioner - the true power house of Theraplay. By maintaining a focus on practice throughout, embedding theory into practice examples, it brings the spirit of Theraplay to life. Part 1 covers the key principles of the intervention; Part 2 addresses Theraplay in Practice: how to use the Marschak Interaction Method (MIM), how to set up a room and choose activities and considerations for working with different client groups; Part 3 encourages the reader to engage in their own development and the stages involved; and Parts 4 and 5 provide a wealth of useful resources, checklists, handouts, sample sessions and an up-to-date list of Theraplay activities. Whether you are a Theraplay practitioner, or simply want to find out how this remarkable intervention works, this book is essential reading.Author: Vivien Norris, Dafna Lender
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Published: 01/21/2020
Pages: 392
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.23lbs
Size: 9.00h x 5.90w x 0.90d
ISBN13: 9781785922107
ISBN10: 1785922106
BISAC Categories:
- Family & Relationships | Adoption & Fostering
- Family & Relationships | Children with Special Needs
- Family & Relationships | Autism Spectrum Disorders
About the Author
Dr Vivien Norris is the Director of The Family Place, Hay-on-Wye, UK. She is a consultant clinical psychologist and music therapist and certified as a trainer and supervisor in both Theraplay and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP).
Dafna Lender, LCSW, is the Director of International Programming for The Theraplay(R) Institute in Evanston, IL. Dafna is a licensed clinical social worker and certified as a trainer and supervisor in both Theraplay and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP).