It is in playing and only in playing that the individual child or adult is able to be creative and to use the whole personality, and it is only in being creative that the individual discovers the self."
One-to-One Play Therapy
One-to-one play therapy provides individualised support for children facing a range
of emotional and behavioural challenges. In these sessions, I work directly with your
child in a private, safe environment, using play-based techniques tailored to their
unique needs. This approach allows for a deep, personalised exploration of issues
such as anxiety, trauma, ASD, ADHD, emotional regulation difficulties and others.
Through activities like role-playing, art, and storytelling, your child can express their feelings, develop coping strategies, and work through personal challenges at their own pace.
One-to-one play therapy is ideal for addressing specific issues in a focused and supportive manner, fostering significant personal growth and emotional healing.
Through activities like role-playing, art, and storytelling, your child can express their feelings, develop coping strategies, and work through personal challenges at their own pace.
One-to-one play therapy is ideal for addressing specific issues in a focused and supportive manner, fostering significant personal growth and emotional healing.
Reflective Parenting Consultation
As part of my services, I offer Reflective Parenting Consultations for parents who are seeking guidance on how to better support their child, whether or not they are currently in therapy. These one-off or recurring consultations provide a safe, reflective space for parents to explore the challenges they are facing with their child’s behaviour, emotional needs, or development.
During our sessions, we will:
- Reflect on your child’s current emotional and behavioural patterns.
- Identify key challenges that may be affecting your relationship.
- Explore strategies to help you feel more confident in supporting your child.
- Discuss practical tools tailored to your parenting style and your child’s unique needs.
Whether you’re navigating specific challenges or simply seeking guidance, these consultations offer professional insights and strategies you can apply right away in everyday situations.
Group Play Therapy
Group play therapy offers a collaborative environment where children with similar
difficulties come together. In these sessions, children participate in structured
activities and discussions that focus on common challenges such as social skills,
anxiety, or grief.
For example, a group might consist of children dealing with social anxiety, allowing them to practice and improve their social interactions in a supportive setting. Similarly, a group of children who have experienced loss can work through their feelings and learn to manage their emotions.
This format not only helps children feel less isolated but also promotes the development of empathy, communication skills, and peer relationships. By engaging with others facing similar issues, children can gain new perspectives and build a sense of community and support.
For example, a group might consist of children dealing with social anxiety, allowing them to practice and improve their social interactions in a supportive setting. Similarly, a group of children who have experienced loss can work through their feelings and learn to manage their emotions.
This format not only helps children feel less isolated but also promotes the development of empathy, communication skills, and peer relationships. By engaging with others facing similar issues, children can gain new perspectives and build a sense of community and support.
One-to-One & Group Play Therapy Support:
Emotional Overwhelm
- Addressing self-harm and unhealthy coping mechanisms
- Managing obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviours, and anxiety-related conditions (e.g., OCD, phobias)
- Developing healthy strategies for long-term well-being
Identity
- Supporting understanding of cultural and religious identities
- Navigating diversity, inclusion, belonging, and social integration
- Making sense of cultural family expectations
Emotional Regulation
- Managing and expressing emotions in a healthy way
- Reducing anxiety and fear
- Coping with sadness and depression
Social Skills
- Enhancing communication and interaction skills
- Building and maintaining friendships
- Developing empathy and understanding others
Self-Esteem and Confidence
- Building self-worth and self-acceptance
- Overcoming shyness and social anxiety
- Encouraging independence and self-reliance
Developmental Issues
- Supporting children with developmental delays
- Enhancing motor skills and coordination
- Promoting cognitive development and problem-solving skills
Life Transitions
- Adjusting to new siblings or blended families
- Adapting to changes in living situations
- Managing the impact of moving or changing schools
Behavioural Issues
- Addressing aggressive or defiant behaviour
- Reducing impulsivity and hyperactivity
- Improving attention and focus
Trauma and Grief
- Processing traumatic experiences
- Coping with loss and bereavement
- Healing from abuse or neglect
Family Dynamics
- Improving parent-child relationships
- Facilitating better communication within the family
- Addressing family conflicts and changes (e.g., divorce, relocation)
School-Related Issues
- Coping with academic stress and pressures
- Addressing school refusal or avoidance
- Improving classroom behaviour and performance
Additional & Neurodiverse Needs
- Providing tailored support for children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and other special needs
- Enhancing adaptive and functional skills
- Promoting social and emotional development
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