Comparing the Effectiveness of Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT): Improving Attachment Security in Preschool Children who Have Faced Relational Trauma

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dc.contributor.authorTorgersen, Hunter
dc.date.accessioned2025-01-09T21:22:34Z
dc.date.available2025-01-09T21:22:34Z
dc.date.issued2024-12-16
dc.description.abstractThis capstone will focus on the effects of relational trauma on preschool children's attachment. Following a review of the literature on the topic will be a discussion on the benefits and shortcomings of both child centered play therapy (CCPT) and cognitive behavioural play therapy (CBPT). A comparison will be done to examine the different approaches regarding improving attachment security for this population. The research question being explored is: is CCPT or CBPT more effective in improving attachment security in preschool children who have faced relational trauma? The area of research will delve into the topics of relational trauma in children, how attachment is developed, the challenges in relationships for children after trauma, and comparative therapeutic options for these children. The research found on these topics will then be brought together to provide guidance on the research question at hand. The literature review suggested that the most significant difference between CCPT and CBPT for addressing attachment and relational trauma is the aim of a directive or child led approach. If a client is needing emphasis on a healthy relationship, then CCPT may be more effective. If the child is needing structure and direction, CBPT may be more beneficial. There are positives and negatives to each method, and it is up to the therapist to decide where their competence lies and what their client needs.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11803/2660
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisher.institutionCity University of Seattle (CityU)
dc.subjectattachment
dc.subjectrelational trauma
dc.subjectchildren
dc.subjectchild-centered play therapy (CCPT)
dc.subjectcognitive behavioral play therapy (CBPT)
dc.subjectattachment security
dc.titleComparing the Effectiveness of Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Play Therapy (CBPT): Improving Attachment Security in Preschool Children who Have Faced Relational Trauma
dc.typeCapstone
thesis.degree.disciplineCounselling
thesis.degree.grantorCity University of Seattle (CityU)
thesis.degree.levelMasters
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Counselling
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