Denise, an 8-year-old, witnesses a murder during a family vacation. After the incident, she becomes withdrawn and shows signs of anxiety. Her parents take her to a therapist. The therapist gives her some toys to play with and observes her in the presence of her parents. The therapist occasionally offers suggestions on how she could proceed with her game and at times asks her some questions. In the context of treating emotional disorders in children, Denise's therapist is using:

A. drug therapy.
B. family therapy.
C. play therapy.
D. art therapy.


Answer: C

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