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Child-Centered Therapy (CCPT) - Coggle Diagram
Child-Centered Therapy (CCPT)
Key Points
therapeutic approach that empowers children to
lead their own therapy sessions
based on belief that children have an innate ability to solve their problems and make sense of their experiences through play
non-directive and humanistic method
to let children express themselves
in environment that are
safe
supportive
History
Carl Roger's Person-Centered Theory
empathy
unconditional positive regard
genuineness in therapy
Virginia Axline applied to children
Nondirective Play Therapy
Others
Clark Moustakas
Louise Guerney
Garry Landreth
Core Principles and Philosophy
belief in child's innate ability to achieve growth and maturity
emphasis on the therapeutic
relationship characterised by
unconditional postive regard
empathy
genuineness
nondirective approach allow child to lead therapy session
use of play as natural medium for children to express themselves
Goals
Facilitate child's self-expression and emotional processing
promote self-awareness and self acceptance
enhance child's ability to solve problems and make decisions
foster a sense of autonomy and self-efficacy
Techniques and Methods
variety play materials
safe environment
reflecting feelings
chilld-led play
Role of Therapist
Safe and Accepting Environment
Empathy and Genuineness
Following Child's Lead
Reflecting Feelings
Benefits and Effectiveness
improved emotional regulation and self-expression
enhanced self-esteem and self acceptance
better problem-solving and decision-making skills
reduced symptoms of
anxiety
depression
aggression
Limitations
Not suitable for all children
Challenges for therapists
Limited empirical evidence
Applications
Schools: support with emotional and behavioural challenges
Clinical: adress diverse mental health concerns
Community Centers: provide accessible mental health support