Mindfulness-Based Play Therapy: A Transtheoretical and Neurobiological Approach to Psychotherapy with Children and Families

Reviews and Endorsements

Lynn Louise Wonders examines how integrating mindful practices in play therapy nurtures and enhances profoundly deep and meaningful connections with children and families. This book underscores the importance of weaving mindfuless into both professional and personal practices to help play therapists attain genuine alignment and attunement. Through practical strategies and a focus on cultural sensitivity and individualized care, this text highlights the transformative impact of focused awareness in fostering therapeutic growth for children.
Rachel A. Altvater, PsyD, RPT-S, owner and psychologist, Creative Psychological Health Services

Whether you are a seasoned therapist or new to the field, you wil appreciate the masterful savviness that Lynn Louise Wonders shows in weaving psychological theory, scientific research, and clincial wisdom. She passionately integreates the transformative power of mindfulness with the magic of play therapy as she demonstrates how to facilitate healing with therapeutic presence and attunement. This book is a valuable therapeutic resource and an absolute must for every clinician's library!
Joelle Harrison, LPCC, NCC, RPT, author and board-certified clinical counselor

If you want to integreate mindfulness interventions into your play and child therapy practice, then this is the book for you! Supported by the foundations of neuroscience and play therapy theory, Lynn Wonders provides practical mindfulness skills to immediately transfer into clinical practice. A must-have resource.
Janet A. Courtney, PhD, RPT-S, founder of FirstPlay® Therapy