Is a child-led or non-directive approach.  The child works through their feelings and concerns through play.  The play therapy room materials allow a range of emotional expression.  

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Within this environment, Play Therapists use the 'Therapeutic Powers of Play' to create change.  These are specific powers (change mechanisms) that have been identified in play that create positive change.  These include:

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• Self-expression

• Access to the unconscious

• Direct teaching

• Indirect teaching

• Catharsis

• Abreaction

• Positive Emotions

• Counterconditioning Fears

• Stress Inoculation

• Stress Management

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