Play Centered Therapy: An Approach to Language Learning

Duration: 0:11:00

Creator: National Audio-Visual Center

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: sound

Description: Presents a language therapy demonstration in a clinical setting. Includes the interview and direct observation of the intake, the program planning which encompasses setting limitations, choosing stimuli, observing visual focus and attention span, and the child's interaction. Points out that empathy, sensitivity, and responsiveness are key in the therapist's relationship with the child. Explains the difference between play-centered therapy and play therapy, and emphasizes that one must gather insight into self before using play centered therapy.

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