{"product_id":"9781615370436","title":"Play Therapy: A Psychodynamic Primer for the Treatment of Young Children","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlay Therapy: A Psychodynamic Primer for the Treatment of Young Children provides a contemporary, comprehensive exploration of the theory and technique of psychoanalytically oriented play therapy, addressing both the dearth of writings on these topics and the frequent lack of in-depth education on the basic principles and practice of psychodynamic play therapy offered by contemporary training programs for child clinicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDivided into two distinct parts, this guide covers major theoretical issues -- including the role of play in human development, the application of basic psychodynamic concepts to work with young children, and the impact of contemporary techno-culture on play -- and offers pragmatic guidance on conducting play treatment and handling the complexities of treating young patients (e.g., initiating treatment, working with parents, managing aggression in the playroom).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong the book's standout features are: • An abundance of clinical vignettes that illustrate childhood behaviors, common dilemmas, and potential therapist responses• A summary of key concepts at the end of each chapter that underscores major takeaways and can be easily referenced by busy clinicians• A glossary of key terms for each chapter for added comprehensibility \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOffering a skillful balance of broad but coherent foundational information as well as practical application, Play Therapy: A Psychodynamic Primer for the Treatment of Young Children functions both as an introduction for young therapists and as a guide for more experienced child clinicians who wish to expand their knowledge of play and its therapeutic potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Psychiatric Association Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47041959788784,"sku":"9781615370436","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781615370436_p0.jpg?v=1763849968","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781615370436","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}