Services

Individual Play Therapy

Who is it for?

Individual play therapy is designed for children aged 3–12 years who may be experiencing emotional, behavioural, social, or developmental challenges. Through play, children can express thoughts and feelings that may be difficult to communicate verbally.

Common Presenting Concerns

Anxiety and worries
Low self-esteem and confidence
Emotional regulation difficulties
Anger and frustration
Family separation or change
Bereavement and loss
School-related difficulties
Friendship challenges
Trauma or adverse childhood experiences
Neurodiversity-related emotional support

What Do Sessions Look Like?

Sessions take place in a safe, confidential, and child-centred therapeutic space. Children are encouraged to explore their feelings through play, art, storytelling, sand tray work, and creative activities. Sessions are child-led, allowing each child to work at their own pace while developing emotional resilience and self-understanding. Sessions are typically 40 minutes and take place weekly.

Expected Outcomes

Play therapy can help children to:

Develop emotional awareness
Improve confidence and self-esteem
Build resilience and coping skills
Strengthen relationships
Improve emotional regulation
Process difficult experiences
Develop greater self-understanding

Group Therapeutic Programmes

Who is it for?

Therapeutic groups are designed for children who would benefit from developing social, emotional, and communication skills alongside peers in a supportive environment. Groups may be offered within schools, community settings, or as part of targeted intervention programmes.

Common Presenting Concerns

Social skills difficulties
Friendship challenges
Low confidence
Emotional regulation difficulties
Anxiety transition support
Building resilience
Developing emotional literacy

What Do Sessions Look Like?

Groups are carefully planned and facilitated using creative play, games, storytelling, art, movement, and discussion. Activities encourage cooperation, communication, emotional awareness, and positive peer interactions. Programmes are tailored to meet the specific needs of the children attending and are delivered in small groups to ensure each child feels safe, supported, and included.

Expected Outcomes

Children may improve social interaction skills
Develop empathy and emotional understanding
Build confidence and self-esteem
Learn emotional regulation strategies
Strengthen communication skills
Increase resilience
Develop positive peer relationships

Frequently Asked Questions

How many sessions will my child need?

The number of sessions varies depending on the child's individual needs. For individual sessions we start with a block of 12 sessions. Following a review consultation at the 6-8 week mark, recommendations will be discussed with parents, carers, or referring professionals to extend or begin the ending phase. Group play therapy is a block of 6-8 weeks. Following this recommendations will be discussed for individual sessions if needed.

Will I receive feedback about my child's progress?

Yes. Regular review meetings are offered to discuss progress and provide support while maintaining the child's therapeutic confidentiality.

Does my child need to talk about their feelings?

No. Play is a child's natural language. Many children communicate through play, creativity, and symbolic expression rather than words.

How do I know whether individual or group therapy is best?

This will be discussed during the referral process. Some children benefit most from one-to-one therapeutic support, while others thrive in a group setting where they can practice social and emotional skills with peers.

Fees

Individual session - €70

Group session - €50

Please contact me directly for programme availability and referral information.