Play Therapy and Asperger's Syndrome: Help Children and Adolescents Connect, Grow, and Heal through the Art of Play
Publication Date
5-2012
Document Type
Presentation
Disciplines
Counseling | Social and Behavioral Sciences
Abstract
This session will provide an overview of clinical work with children and adolescents diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome or High Functioning Autism (AS/HFA) and how play therapy can be used effectively with this specialized population. Some of the therapeutic themes typically seen in the play of these clients will be presented. Appropriate play therapy techniques that can be used will be discussed and demonstrated. There will be time for questions from the audience.
Recommended Citation
Hull, Kevin B., "Play Therapy and Asperger's Syndrome: Help Children and Adolescents Connect, Grow, and Heal through the Art of Play" (2012). Faculty Publications and Presentations. 198.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/ccfs_fac_pubs/198
