Current play therapy resources offer details on how to conduct play therapy, but are limited in addressing the challenges that develop when therapists conduct play therapy with real-life clients. Using the Child-Centered Play Therapy Approach, Ray has written the first book to address these complex play therapy subjects. Topics covered include: integrating field knowledge of play, development, and theory into the advanced play therapist’s knowledge base; working with difficult situations, such as limit-setting, aggression, and parents; addressing modern work concerns like measuring progress, data accountability, and treatment planning; differentiating play therapy practice in school and community settings; and addressing complicated skills, such as theme work, group play therapy, and supervision. Ray also includes her Child Centered Play Therapy Treatment Manual, an invaluable tool for any play therapist accountable for evidence-based practice. This manual can also be found on the accompanying downloadable resources, along with treatment plan, session summary, and progress-tracking worksheets.

12 reviews for Advanced Play Therapy: Essential Conditions, Knowledge, and Skills for Child Practice

Ellen VW
Rated 5 out of 5
January 19, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book for beginning play therapists
This book builds on Landreth’s book Art of Play Therapy and has been my guide as I have navigated through parent meetings.
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RivAl
Rated 5 out of 5
October 17, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Guide!
This is a great comprehensive overview of play therapy, which outlines not only basic tenets, but also specific, advanced techniques, and methods for ...More
This is a great comprehensive overview of play therapy, which outlines not only basic tenets, but also specific, advanced techniques, and methods for successfully implementing play therapy into a counseling practice. It is well laid-out and easy to read. I would definitely recommend this book to anybody interested in learning more about play therapy and its possibilities!
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RWH
Rated 5 out of 5
September 19, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Don't wait, just buy this book.
I am a child therapist and I was told by several people to buy this book over a year ago when I asked various questions about writing progress notes, ...More
I am a child therapist and I was told by several people to buy this book over a year ago when I asked various questions about writing progress notes, treatment plans, and evidence base for play therapy. I finally bought it. It is SO worth it. Take a month off from buying more play therapy toys and sand tray miniatures and just buy this book!
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John Brady Lawson
Rated 5 out of 5
August 7, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Bomb.com
Great book! A must have for beginning play therapists. Dr. Ray is on point with the application of the skills she discusses.
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tootybabe
Rated 5 out of 5
July 14, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource !
This is an excellent resource for all therapists working with children .
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Chump in NYC
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July 4, 2016
5.0 out of 5 stars VERY GOOD TEXTBOOK
VERY HELPFUL
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Kemi
Rated 5 out of 5
July 28, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Great!
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Jessica Fonte
Rated 5 out of 5
June 22, 2013
5.0 out of 5 stars Play Therapy Training
Great book. Enjoyed the connections with family therapy, school, and home. Goes with Play Therapy test on the A4PT website.
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Dawn White
Rated 5 out of 5
March 20, 2013
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource!
I heard Dr. Ray in person in February. She is an excellent presenter and the book is superior for novice play therapists and those working at it for ...More
I heard Dr. Ray in person in February. She is an excellent presenter and the book is superior for novice play therapists and those working at it for years.
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paul weeding
Rated 5 out of 5
March 4, 2013
great for informing your practice as a child therapist
I liked this product because it is easy to read and has enhanced my professional practice. I have only had this book for a few weeks but am finding it...More
I liked this product because it is easy to read and has enhanced my professional practice. I have only had this book for a few weeks but am finding it extremely useful in informing my practice as a practisoing Play Therapist.
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Vivirose
Rated 5 out of 5
December 4, 2011
Comprehensive and detailed manual
I have found this book to be extremely useful for practitioners. It is well written and covers most of the settings in which therapists work. I foun...More
I have found this book to be extremely useful for practitioners. It is well written and covers most of the settings in which therapists work. I found the chapter on working with parents particularly helpful and we have adopted some of its ideas and suggestions in our agency. Very good overview of different theories of child development too. All in all, a good resource for play therapists.
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Lilly
Rated 5 out of 5
April 3, 2011
5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST HAVE
Excellent book and a must have for every play therapist! Helps better understand children and their play and be a better play therapist. If you know t...More
Excellent book and a must have for every play therapist! Helps better understand children and their play and be a better play therapist. If you know the basics of play therapy, this book will helps you to advance your knowledge and polish your skills.
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