Over 100 activities that can be used in working with children, adolescents, and families. Encourages creativity in therapy and assists therapists in talking with children to facilitate change. From simple ideas to fresh innovations, the activities are designed to be used as tools to supplement a variety of therapeutic approaches, and can be tailored to each child's needs. Therapists will find practical help in gaining rapport with clients who find it difficult to talk about feelings and experiences. Each activity is categorized according to the child's needs or the purpose of the activity, and cross-referenced by problem, activity, and by the features of each game/exercise. Published in association with the British Psychological Society.
Angela Hobday, BSc, MSc (Clinical Psychology), is currently head of the Clinical Psychology Service to Children and Adolescents, King's Lynn and Wisbech Hospitals, NHS Trust, U.K.
Kate Ollier, BSc, MPsychology, provided a clinical psychology service in the U.K. alongside her co-author, and is currently working with the Disability Services Commission, Perth Australia.
“This collection of creative activities has something for therapists of all theoretical persuasions and for children of all ages... It is a welcome addition to our therapeutic armamentarium.” —Thomas A. Ollendick, PhD, Dept. of Psychology, Virginia Tech
“There is an urgent need for down-to-earth resource material like this. Creative Therapy contains much useful information and practical suggestions for activities that will provide a solid basis for helping children. A great resource and much fun for the child.&qrduo; —Dr. Neville King, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Education and Program Coordinator, Master of Psychology (Child and Education), Monash University, Melbourne, Australia