I think I can talk to you.Puppet Therapy

～ What is Puppet Therapy? ～

This refers to activities that produce positive effects on the client's mind and body through the intervention of a puppet (ventriloquist puppet) that has a speech function.
It has been effective in the field of special support education, such as behavioral adjustment and speech promotion for autistic children, as well as in the medical and clinical psychology fields, where psychological care is the main focus.

Welcome to the World of Puppet Therapy

Do you know what the difference is between a stuffed animal and a puppet(ventriloquist doll)?
The big difference is that the puppet has a mouth that moves with a snap, right?
Then, by manipulating the puppet using voice tones, the puppet changes as if it has come to life, giving birth to “a being that is me, but is not me.”
Why don't you come and experience this mysterious world?
Puppets can be made by hand using familiar materials (gloves, socks, etc.) or purchased through mail-order sites.
Our society aims to utilize puppets in various fields of work to enrich the hearts and minds of as many people as possible.

Details » Greetings from Chief Director

Our society was founded in June 2007 for the purpose of academic exchange and collaboration in Puppet Therapy.

Details » Constitution of the Association・Board Members

Our society is run by Puppet Therapy practitioners and others from around Japan who serve on the board of directors.

Details » Conference History

Once each year, we held a conference to provide an opportunity for training and research presentations.

Details » Lectures・Seminars

We conducted lectures and seminars to promote Puppet Therapy, to improve its techniques, and to provide post-disaster mental care, etc.

Details » Community Activities

Grants are provided to promote members' activities related to puppet therapy.

Details » Puppet Therapist

We examine the clinical competence and other aspects of puppet therapy and certify successful applicants as “Puppet Therapists”.

Details » Journal

We publish an annual journal, "Puppet Therapy," which contains the research results of our members and the contents of our conventions.

Details » Overseas Honorary Members

We introduce our international members who are active as puppet therapists.