Title: Play in Family Therapy, Second Edition
Author: Eliana Gil
Publisher: Guilford Press
Description:
“Play in Family Therapy” by Eliana Gil is a seminal work that explores the integration of play therapy techniques within the context of family therapy. In this second edition, Gil provides updated insights and practical guidance for clinicians seeking to incorporate play-based interventions into their work with families. The book offers a comprehensive overview of the theoretical foundations, assessment strategies, and therapeutic techniques involved in using play in family therapy. Drawing on her extensive clinical experience, Gil presents a wealth of case examples and illustrative vignettes to demonstrate how play can be effectively utilized to address a wide range of family issues, including communication difficulties, conflict resolution, trauma, and attachment disruptions. With its accessible writing style and evidence-based approach, “Play in Family Therapy” serves as an invaluable resource for therapists, counselors, and students interested in enhancing their skills in family therapy practice. Published by Guilford Press, this second edition ensures that readers have access to the latest research and best practices in the field of play-based family therapy.