{"product_id":"9798216277606","title":"The Therapeutic Powers of Play: Comparing Theories and Practice","description":"Author: Drewes, Athena A.; Hudspeth, Edward (Fra\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9798216277606\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Bloomsbury\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 19 Feb 2026\u003cbr\u003ePages: 456 Format: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Clear, Unified Guide to Integrating Play Therapy Theory and Practice\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for professors, supervisors, trainers, and practicing play therapists, this book offers an accessible, up-to-date synthesis of the Therapeutic Powers of Play across seminal theoretical approaches. Each chapter   written by the co-editors and leading experts   uses the same case study to show exactly how a given theory conceptualizes the child and incorporates the therapeutic powers of play into treatment.\u003cbr\u003eWith its focused structure and practical comparisons, this book provides a unique, side-by-side look at how different theories understand and apply play's healing mechanisms. It delivers the essentials- clear foundations, major theoretical frameworks, and practical guidance for integrating the Therapeutic Powers of Play in real clinical work.\u003cbr\u003eA timely, much-needed resource, this book deepens understanding, strengthens clinical decision-making, and brings clarity to the art and science of play therapy.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46655898452126,"sku":"UBD-9798216277606","price":49.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9798216277606.jpg?v=1774836659","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9798216277606","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}