Play therapy is a form of therapy used primarily for children. That's because children may not be able to process their own emotions or articulate problems to parents or other adults.

It may look like an ordinary playtime, but play therapy is much more than that.

A trained therapist can use play therapy techniques to observe and gain insights into a child's problems. The therapist can help the child explore emotions, thoughts, feelings, and deal with unresolved trauma. Through play, children can learn new coping mechanisms, problem-solving and social skills, as well as self-regulation.