GC 818 - Play Therapy

(1.00 cr.)

Covers a brief review of history and theories of play therapy for use in clinical practice with children. Play is the natural language of children. Students see how play therapy with its emphasis on empathy and providing an environment for appropriate emotional expression can improve overall functioning and help children cope with life events. Students have a chance to experience some types of play therapy (i.e., expressive, sensory-motor, games) in class.