Children of elementary ages are developing key emotional and social skills that set the stage for lifelong success. These therapy games for kids are carefully chosen to help them learn about and practice communication, cooperation, mindfulness, coping skills, and empathy in fun ways.
Play therapy games can be used in counseling, in the classroom, or at home to help kids build confidence, manage and understand emotions, and develop resiliency. Whether you're teaching anger management, mindfulness, friendship, or impulse control, you can do it in a fun way through games.
Most popular therapy games for kids
- Impulsive Eddie: A fun game that uses the character of an overexcited chihuahua to teach self control and impulse control skills
- Talking, Feeling, and Doing Game: the classic psychological tool for therapists
- Thumball: great for groups of all sizes, Thumball gets people moving while they answer therapeutic prompts
- Mindfulness Matters: Teaches calm focus and stress management through non-competitive play
- Anger Defuser Board Game: Helps children recognize anger triggers and practice positive coping skills
- Social Skills Game Pack: Improve communication, empathy, and teamwork.
Why therapy games work
Kids learn best through play. When play is utilized in child therapy, it helps them explore feelings, solve problems, and practice healthy behaviors in a low-pressure environment. These games also give therapists and educators valuable insight into a child’s inner world.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are therapy games for kids?
Therapy games are structured play activities that help children express emotions, learn coping skills, and build social-emotional awareness.
Who can use therapy games?
Counselors, play therapists, teachers, and even parents can all use therapy games to work with children in the areas of managing behavior, improving communication, and self-awareness.
What age group are these therapy games best for?
The games on this page all work for elementary-aged children (typically ages 5-12), but many can be adapted for younger or older kids. Additionally many games also work with teens, check the game description for details on the age ranges. We also have a teen therapy games category and a pre-school category if you're looking for different age ranges.
How do I choose the right therapy game?
Start with your child's goals, for example anger management, mindfulness, or social skills, use the filters on the top of the page to narrow down the selections, then pick a game that encourages that skill through fun and play. Each game description will tell you more about the game and allow you to read reviews from other customers.
How fast do you ship?
Most orders ship the same day, and many qualify for free shipping so you can expect to have your order quickly.