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Therapeutic play and play therapy - what's the difference?

The seven questions below are examples of frequently asked questions (FAQs) that are asked about play therapy, therapeutic play skills and creative arts therapies.

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Question 1: What is the difference between play which provides a therapeutic benefit and therapeutic play?

Question 2: Is someone who uses therapeutic play skills with children a Play Therapist?

Question 3: How does play work fit into the scheme of things?

Question 4: Is a Play Therapist using psychological therapies the same as a child psychotherapist or psychologist?

Question 5: Are Art, Drama, Music Therapists also Play Therapists? We’ve got an Art Therapist so why should we need a Play Therapist as well?

Question 6: When is a particular application of play suitable for a child in a specific circumstance? This is an especially important issue to ensure that children are not harmed, or that their development is delayed because of an inappropriate intervention.

Question 7: How do I train for a career in play therapy or therapeutic play?