Play Therapy and Autism: The Basics

You know about play. You know about therapy. So what the heck is play therapy, and how can it make a difference in your child's life? Actually, there's no clearcut answer to that question, but this article will help you understand who play therapists are, how they're trained (or not!), and how to find one to work with your child and your family.

Curious about other autism specialists? Here are more "basics" -- one page articles that provide the critical facts about some of the most commonly recommended doctors, therapists and treatments:

• Developmental Pediatrics and Autism: The Basics
• Physical Therapy and Autism: The Basics
• Social Skills Therapy and Autism: The Basics
• Occupational Therapy and Autism: The Basics
• Speech-Language Therapy and Autism: The Basics