From the leading expert Eliana Gil, this book provides child psychologists with the necessary knowledge and tools to assess and work with post-traumatic play. Such types of play, which are often repetitive and disturbing, can help resolve traumatic experiences - but they can also become toxic. The book guides the professional to understand what is happening with a particular child and to intervene sensitively and effectively. Embedded clinical case examples are combined with up-to-date information on the developmental impact of trauma and methods that facilitate children's natural restorative capabilities. A reproducible assessment checklist that helps professionals distinguish between useful and dangerous post-traumatic play can be downloaded and printed in convenient dimensions of 21.6 x 27.9 cm.