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262 | House-Tree-Person in CCPT: Why I Use It and How It Helps
In this episode of the Play Therapy Podcast, I answer a great question from Zoe in Texas about why I use the House-Tree-Person (HTP) and Kinetic Family Drawing assessments in my practice. I share how I was first introduced to HTP in graduate school and why I believe it aligns well with the child-centered play therapy (CCPT) model. While assessments aren't required for CCPT, I explain how these tools provide valuable insight in the first session, helping children ease into the playroom while also offering parents reassurance about the process—especially when early progress isn't immediately…
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