Includes bibliographical references and index.

The importance of play -- A brief overview of play therapy -- History, theory, principles, and variations of child-centered play therapy -- Playroom set-up and logistics -- The four skills of child-centered play therapy -- Recognition and interpretation of play themes -- Engaging parents (and teachers) in child-centered play therapy -- Filial therapy -- Child-centered play therapy with different presenting problems -- Handling select child behaviors and special circumstances -- Touch in child-centered play therapy -- Cultural and systemic considerations in the practice of child-centered play therapy -- Research on child-centered play therapy and filial therapy -- Developing competence in child-centered play therapy.