Testimonials

"Lisa-Marie Arneson has developed a series of cards for therapeutic use with children and adolescents that are so beautiful, so creative, so appealing, so effective, that words can barely do them justice. I have used some of these cards with my clients, and their response has been amazing. The cards lend themselves to thoughtful responses to various self-disclosure questions: they enhance the child's creative and imaginative abilities; and they promote a stronger sense of self. Many of the sets can be used in combination with each other, or with other games in ingenious ways and can be applied to work with children of all ages, including adolescents. Ms. Arneson is a gifted artis as well as a gifted therapist. Her creativity is limitless. My work has been enriched by her offerings."
-- Violet Oaklander, Ph.D.
Windows to Our Children: A Gestalt Therapy Approach to Children and Adolescents.



"The Bright Spots sets are wonderful additions to play therapists' collections of materials. The artwork is very attractive, and the cards themselves can be used flexibly in very creative ways. The children with whom I've used Bright Spots have responded enthusiastically and have even created their own activities using them!"
-- Rise VanFleet, Ph.D., RPT-S
Chief Executive/Child-Family Psychologist


"Bright Spots Cards are probably the most-used games in my Play Therapy collection... These cards encourage and empower clients in so many ways as they reveal themselves to the therapists and/or family. Students and interns who I supervise find the Cards easy to learn to use with people of all ages. No therapists should be without them."
-- Laura Behm Dewan, LMFT, RPT-S
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor


"Lisa-Marie Arneson's You Can Imagine storytelling card game is an invaluable tool in my practice. I have utilized this creative deck and imaginative deck with children and adolescents. These cards help break the ice and allow kids creativity and personalities to shine. It is a great assessment as to the current issues, concerns, hopes and dreams. My teenage patients love this deck. They are particularly drawn to the "real life" cards with places and objects. These cards are an excellent way to address dating, drugs, family issues, peer issues, and assess their level of self-esteem. I would highly recommend this card game for any clinician who specializes with children and adolescents."
-- Michele Y. Oster, Psy.D.