Play Therapy Blog
Play Therapy Information and ResourcesWelcome to Bay Area Play Therapy Training’s play therapy blog section. Here you will find a wealth of valuable information, tips, and resources to help you enhance your understanding and practice of play therapy. Our team of passionate therapists and educators shares their expertise and experiences, covering a wide range of topics related to play therapy. Stay up-to-date with the latest insights, techniques, and research in the field. Whether you’re a seasoned therapist or just starting your journey, our blog is a valuable resource for your professional growth. Let’s explore the transformative power of play together!
What’s in Your Play Therapy Waiting Room
I am curious, "What is in your play therapy waiting room?" We have a table similar to the picture in this blog. Additionally, we have the obvious things, like furniture, noise machines/music (for privacy), and some toys. To stock our play therapy waiting room space, I...
Why Learn Play Therapy
I've got so much education and training. Why Learn Play Therapy? If you are a mental health practitioner working with or interested in working with children, you may be wondering, "Why learn play therapy?" After all, you've already worked hard toward a master's...
Using Sand Tray in Play Therapy
Using Sand tray in Play Therapy Play therapy is a versatile and effective form of therapeutic intervention for children, adolescents, and even adults. Within this diverse field, sand tray therapy stands out as a unique and powerful approach. By providing clients with...
Using Expressive Arts in Play Therapy
Using Expressive Arts in Play Therapy Play therapy is a highly effective approach for helping children process and express their emotions, thoughts, and experiences. One powerful and versatile tool within the realm of play therapy is the incorporation of expressive...
Play Therapy and the Brain
Understanding Play Therapy and the Brain In the evolving landscape of mental health treatment, neuroscience research helps us understand the powers of play therapy. Play therapy, a modality traditionally used with children, is one such approach that has benefited from...
Play Therapy Toy Categories
Play therapy playrooms are as unique as play therapists! However, there are a few play therapy toy categories that many play therapists try to make sure are represented in their rooms. These categories will vary according to the therapeutic orientation of the play...