Monday, July 31, 2017

Why Psychologists Believe In Play Therapy

By George Cooper


Some kids are referred to a child psychologist. This can be effective in some cases. However, the psychologist will often refer the child to a play therapist. Play therapy can come as an advantage to many kids. It can especially be helpful to the child who is introverted or who is not willing to share. Sometimes, a child will have been through some trauma in their lives. They will be unwilling to express themselves. However, this is often revealed in the non-verbal approach which can be just as effective.

Psychologists will often refer parents to someone like this. It is more of a natural approach for the child and they will actually look forward to coming to the sessions and over time they will begin to connect with the therapist. Psychologists find that younger kids especially will progress with these sessions and improve over time. A teenager would be better suited to a one on one sessions where they need to be more verbal.

This type of therapy is often something that the child will look forward. Kids enjoy playing with toys, doing arts and crafts and getting involved with imaginary play. A therapist will allow the child to pick a toy or a game. Over time the child will begin to connect with the therapist in more of a natural way. This will build up the relationship and the child will begin to trust the therapist.

Psychologists believe that this is a more effective way in which a child learns to trust someone. They will connect with this person in their own time, doing the things that they love to do. The therapist will analyze kids as they begin to play. There are emotions and behavioral patterns that are revealed during this time. They may become angry, frustrated, fearful or anxious.

When children become more clingy and attached to mom, or when they become withdrawn and prefer to stay away from friends and family, it is best to look into this type of therapy where they are assessed in the most natural way. They are then able to express themselves non-verbally which is often the best way forward. Therapists can tell a lot when the child draws something, for example.

A child may be very anxious. Their self esteem can be improved and this can help them in their adult years. It will help them when they interact with others. It will also improve relationships.

Of course, in some cases, the therapist will find that the child has been abused in the home. In cases like these, they are required to report the case to social services. Kids will not be safe in the environment. They will need ongoing therapy. Neglecting to do this, will create further problems in their teenage years as well as during their adult lives.

The role of the parent is to provide encouragement. They are there to nurture and provide a loving relationship. The therapist is there to find out what the problem or issue is. They will then find solutions. They will try and manage this. Parents sometimes feel as if they are a failure because they are not able to cope with this. However, parents who don't send their children to a therapist like this are often doing more harm than good.




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