3 Misconceptions About Using Expressive Arts with Teens in Play Therapy
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Adolescents have their own unique needs in the treatment process. Play therapists often struggle with knowing how to help their adolescent clients access the therapeutic powers of play for healing. Using expressive arts with adolescents provides an excellent way to help them process and explore painful emotions and experiences. But, many therapists don’t use expressive arts due to their misconceptions about this powerful modality. I’m going to discuss three misconceptions about using expressive arts so that you tap into this powerful modality to help your adolescent clients heal. I’ll also share how I use expressive arts to get great results in treatment, even with reluctant, defensive, and guarded teens. Join my free Facebook Community Play and Expressive Arts Therapy Playground. Check out my free resources for mental health professionals working with children, adolescents, and families who want to integrate play therapy and expressive arts into their clinical work. I work with individuals and agencies to develop successful strategies and meet the treatment needs of your child and adolescent clients and their families using play therapy & expressive arts. Contact me to schedule a free 30-minute video call if you're ready to level up your skills
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