1. Techniques in the Playroom: The Playroom
Dianna Sawyers, MSW LCSW

2. Today’s Learning Objectives
Learn the role of toys in the play space
Discuss the various uses of these identified toys in play therapy
Understand the theoretical placement and value of selected toys

3. Toys to be Discussed Doll family Baby doll and similar objects
Animal figures
Community Helpers
Toy Soldiers
Plastic Food

4. Dollhouse and Family Family Dynamics Social Interactions
Emotional Expression
Other Toys in the Dollhouse
Questions to Ask
Directive Activities

5. Baby Doll Mastery versus Nurturing Inclusion of therapist Now what?
Using doll without ever touching the doll
The child substituting other objects for a baby doll

6. Animal Figures Alternative to doll family figures Emotional Expression
Eco-mapping and Genograming
What do you need?

7. ? ? ? Teacher Community Helpers Vet Librarian Doctor Religious Figures
More than just police and firefighters
Know your population
Who is missing from your “community?”
Doctor ?
Vet
Teacher
Religious Figures
Librarian ? ?
Physical Laborer
Social Careers
Mail
Carrier

8. Toy Soldiers More than aggression Ideas of power and control
What is your role as therapist in battle?
Who cleans up and where is the relationship?

9. Play Food and Dishes
Interactions with client
What do I need?

10. You, the Therapist
You are the most vital toy and technique you have in your possession!!
What makes you accessible?
What makes you more usable?
Understanding what you bring to the playroom