Theraplay
What is Theraplay
Theraplay is a structured, attachment-based therapy that uses playful, engaging activities to strengthen the parent-child relationship and address emotional and behavioural challenges. By focusing on building trust, empathy, and connection.
Attachment and Trust
Theraplay enhances attachment between children and caregivers by using playful, healthy interactions that build trust and security. This is crucial for children with attachment issues, such as those in foster care or who havebeen adopted.
Emotional Regulation
Through structured and nurturing activities, children develop self-regulation skills, enabling them to manage impulsive behaviors and emotions.
How Theraplay Works
Sessions typically involve activities such as games, physical interactions, and nurturing exercises that promote secure attachment, regulate emotions, and improve social interactions. Activities focus on fostering trust, attunement, and joy between the parent and child.
Attachment-Based
Focuses on creating secure emotional bonds between children and caregivers through playful interactions.
Four Dimensions
Emphasizes Structure, Nurture, Engagement, and Challenge as essential qualities in healthy relationships.
Playful and Interactive
Involves engaging, sensory-rich activities that foster connection, trust, and joy.
Developmental Focus
Supports emotional and social development, helping children regulate emotions and build self-esteem through positive interactions.
Benefits of Theraplay
Theraplay offers numerous benefits for children and families. It can help improve communication, build self-esteem, and enhance emotional regulation. While also strengthening the parent-child relationship, leading to a more secure attachment and improved overall family dynamics.
Who Can Benefit from Theraplay
Beneficial for children experiencing various challenges, including attachment difficulties, behavioral problems, trauma or abuse, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, and depression. It can also benefit parents looking to strengthen their bond with their child and improve their parenting skills.
If you believe your child could benefit from Theraplay, don’t hesitate to contact us at Journey Psychology. Our trained therapists are here to help improve your child’s well-being and strengthen your family’s bond.
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