ERIC Number: EJ750862
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2007
Pages: 5
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ISSN: ISSN-0748-9633
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Learning More about Those Who Play in Session: The National Play Therapy in Counseling Practices Project (Phase I)
Lambert, Simone F.; LeBlanc, Michael; Mullen, Jodi Ann; Ray, Dee; Baggerly, Jennifer; White, JoAnna; Kaplan, David
Journal of Counseling & Development, v85 n1 p42-46 Win 2007
Through a joint research committee sponsored by the Association for Play Therapy (APT) and the American Counseling Association (ACA), The National Play Therapy in Counseling Practices Project conducted the first phase of investigation. Findings offered a snapshot of mental health providers of play therapy, regarding the nature of who they are and what they do. In terms of training, play modalities, theoretical orientation, and employment setting, comparisons were made based on membership of participants in ACA or APT. Further research was suggested to examine the effectiveness of play therapy with specific therapeutic issues.
Descriptors: Play Therapy, Mental Health Workers, Occupational Surveys, Organizations (Groups), Group Membership, Counselor Training, Counseling Theories, Employment, Counseling Techniques, Comparative Analysis, Counseling Effectiveness
American Counseling Association. 5999 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304. Tel: 800-422-2648; Tel: 800-347-6647; Fax: 800-473-2329; Web site: http://www.counseling.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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