Play therapy is a form of psychotherapy for children and adolescents conducted by trained psychologists/therapists. While adults talk during therapy, play is children’s language. It is different from simply “playing” since therapists utilize different theory-based approaches to conduct the therapy. Your child can communicate and eventually “play out” his/her difficulties and overwhelming experiences or feelings through play in the safe and affirming environment established in the playroom. Play therapy can be done individually or in a group.
