Therapeutic Bingo

To the Bingo Games

• Assertive Communication Cards
• Anger Management Cards
• Self-esteem Cards
• Positive Affirmations Cards
• Stress Management Cards

To the Discussion/ Playing Cards

Dr. Richardson spent ten years working with mental health consumers, both individually and in group sessions.  The different facilities included inpatient psychiatry, intensive outpatient programs, and partial hospitalization programs serving individuals with chronic mental illness & chemical dependency. 

It became apparent that there was a need for therapeutic tools that would allow everyone to participate, whether just reading and recognizing a therapeutic phrase or delving deeper into personal issues.             

In 2000, Dr. Richardson began developing a line of fun therapeutic games that are adaptable to different types mental health facilities and any type of participant.

These games can be educational, activity oriented, evaluative, or insightful.  It is really up to the therapist and the functioning level of the participants. 

Plus, Dr. Richardson's decks of discussion cards not only facilitate discussions in groups but can be used as regular playing cards by individuals too.

Dr. Richardson believes learning
can be both fun and therapeutic!
 

• Games can used instead of handouts.
• Games are different from traditional learning activities, as participants integrate new coping skills through repeated exposure to the concepts. 
• Games have a way getting players attention which helps them learn new concepts and coping skills.
• Games encourage interaction between the participants and the facilitator.
• Games provide an excellent opportunity  to build social skills and increase listening skills. 
• Games can be used as a springboard to insight oriented groups.  
  
  
  Please browse our products page for more information on each game.