Autplay Therapy Play and Social Groups - A Neurodiversity-Affirming Model

The second edition of AutPlay Therapy Play and Social Groups provides a neurodiversity-affirming perspective to help children and parents build healthy relationships, gain positive identity, build relationship with peers in ways that are meaningful for them, and help them navigate social situations to get what they want and need.

List of contents

Introduction 1.Neurodiversity 2.Neurodivergent Children and Adolescents 3.Neurodiversity Affirming Play and Social Navigation 4.Neurodiversity Affirming Play Therapy Approaches 5.The AutPlay therapy Framework with Groups 6.AutPlay Therapy Play Groups with Children and Parents (10 Session Framework) 7.AutPlay Therapy Social Groups with Older Children and Adolescents (10 Session Framework) 8.Group Examples 9.Play Interventions for Children 10.Play Interventions for Adolescents Appendix

About the author

Robert Jason Grant is the creator of AutPlay® Therapy. He is a therapist, supervisor, and consultant and utilizes several years of advanced training and his own lived neurodivergent experience to provide affirming services to children and their families.
Tracy Turner-Bumberry is a licensed professional counselor and registered play therapist who operates a private practice in Macon, Georgia. She is also a professional speaker and author.

Summary

The second edition of AutPlay Therapy Play and Social Groups provides a neurodiversity-affirming perspective to help children and parents build healthy relationships, gain positive identity, build relationship with peers in ways that are meaningful for them, and help them navigate social situations to get what they want and need.

Product details

• Authors: Robert Jason Grant, Robert Jason Turner-Bumberry Grant, Grant Robert Jason, Tracy Turner-Bumberry
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.11.2024
• EAN: 9781032739144
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3273914-4
• No. of pages: 228
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Clinical medicine; PSYCHOLOGY / Psychotherapy / General, MEDICAL / Allied Health Services / Occupational Therapy, Psychotherapy, Creative therapy (eg art, music, drama), Creative therapy / Expressive therapies