Play Therapy Theories & Techniques Flashcards

In Adlerian play therapy, the therapist's primary goal during the early phase is to:

Answer: Build an egalitarian therapeutic relationship

Adlerian play therapy emphasizes an egalitarian relationship where the therapist collaborates as an equal partner rather than an authority figure.

Which technique is most characteristic of Theraplay?

Answer: Structured nurturing activities guided by the therapist

Theraplay uses structured, therapist-guided activities focused on nurture, engagement, challenge, and structure to improve attachment.

The concept of 'clean language' in play therapy is most associated with which approach?

Answer: Narrative play therapy

Narrative play therapy uses clean language to follow the child's own metaphors and story without imposing the therapist's interpretations.

A play therapist using the Ecosystemic model would MOST likely:

Answer: Involve family, school, and community systems in treatment

The Ecosystemic model integrates multiple theoretical perspectives and involves all relevant systems surrounding the child.

In Developmental Play Therapy, Brody emphasizes which core therapeutic mechanism?

Answer: Physical touch and developmental holding experiences

Viola Brody's Developmental Play Therapy centers on intentional touch and physical attunement to address early developmental gaps.

Which statement best describes the role of limit-setting in Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)?

Answer: Limits protect safety, materials, and the therapeutic relationship without judgment

In CCPT, limits are set using the ACT model to keep the child safe and protect the relationship while maintaining an accepting attitude.

Gestalt play therapy primarily uses expressive arts and enactment to:

Answer: Increase awareness and integration of fragmented self-experiences

Gestalt play therapy focuses on heightening awareness and helping children integrate split-off parts of their experience into a unified whole.