Play becomes real for adults: Measuring effectiveness of expressive arts media for therapists in training using the Oaklander approach

Can play be a serious tool to use with adults in training and therapy? This question is addressed in this article through survey data collected from therapists in training who are learning the Oaklander approach to therapy. The article explores and interprets responses regarding the relative effectiveness of using picture cards, drawings, clay, sand tray, and puppets as adults take on the roles of therapist and client.