Intro; Thera-Build® with LEGO®: A Playful Therapeutic Approach for Promoting Emotional Well-Being in Children; Preface; 1. Thera-Build: Introduction and Fundamentals; 2. Why LEGO®? And the Importance of Play; 3. The Brain Science Behind Thera-Build; 4. Thera-Build, Early Childhood Trauma and Attachment; 5. Creating a Secure Alliance with Thera-Build; 6. Using LEGO® to Self-Regulate and Self-Soothe; 7. Meeting Developmental Needs and Listening Skills; 8. Thera-Build and Simple Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; 9. The Practicalities of Resourcing, Hygiene and Organisation; 10. LEGO® Activities
11. Final ThoughtsAppendix; Bibliography; Index; Blank Page
Summary
This practical guide shows how to successfully run 'Thera-Build', a LEGO®-based therapeutic tool for improving children's emotional wellbeing. Including a range of example activities and a friendly introduction to why play helps young brains, it is a must-have resource for anyone who works therapeutically with children
