What is Play therapy ? Does it actually help my child ? are questions put forward by most of the parents. Play Based therapy is a psychotherapy approach that helps children to express their feelings, thoughts and emotions.Play enables to build essential life skills by having fun. With play therapy we give each child an opportunity to unfold their potentials, express feelings that they cannot put into words, boost self confidence and resilience and build problem solving and social skills.Bridges Speech Center provides specialized support for children through play therapy, helping them build essential social and communication skills.We offer expert speech therapy in Dubai to address speech delays, language development, and communication challenges
Is play therapy lead by the child ?
There are two main types of Play Therapy: directive and non-directive. In directive Play Therapy, the therapist takes a more active role in guiding the child’s play by choosing toys and specific activities to help the child to process emotions. In non-directive play therapy, also known as child-centered play therapy, the child leads the play by choosing toys and activities to express themselves, and the therapist follows, providing support to the child.
What are the benefits of play therapy?
Play therapy regulates emotional and behavioral growth.Play allows children to process traumas, anger, sadness, fear, and confusion. Through play, children can explore various situations and outcomes, which helps them build critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It helps them to communicate their thoughts and feelings better, which facilitates improved interactions with peers, family members and teachers.Play is a natural relaxation process and it can stimulate the release of ‘feel good’ hormones that promote well-being and reduce physical and emotional pain perception.Play therapy can boost a child’s self esteem and confidence.Play Therapy can be effective in reducing symptoms of various mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and behavioral disorders. Children learn techniques for regulating their emotions and coping with stress.Play enhances social skills such as turn taking, sharing, empathy and flexibility.Children then generalize these skills in other settings.
Creatives arts and play
Creative arts also play a cruicial role in play therapy. Some children express their emotions using toys and games whereas others express themselves thrpugh role play, creating stories or by painting their emotions.Creative arts make play therapy more effective and fruitful.
A skilled play therapist and supportive safe environment for the child can make a positive impact in a child’s life, by supporting them emotionally. Play is a key to healing and learning.Play is a magic and it can create wonders !If you are looking for any support please contact us today.
