I work with children from approximately 4–14 years old. If you're unsure whether Play Therapy is suitable for your child, please get in touch and we can discuss your individual circumstances.

If you're concerned about your child's emotions, behaviour, relationships or ability to cope, you don't need to know exactly what's wrong before contacting me. We can talk through what you're noticing and explore whether Play Therapy may be appropriate.

Your child has a regular, private session in the playroom where they can express themselves through play. I follow your child's lead and use the therapeutic relationship and play to understand and support what may be happening for them

No. Your child has their own private therapeutic space with me. This allows them to develop their own relationship with the therapist and communicate freely through play.

If separation is difficult for your child, we take this very gently. We build trust gradually and work at your child's pace, helping them feel safe and comfortable before expecting them to separate from you.

I will share relevant information with you about your child's progress and ways you can support them. However, the playroom is your child's private therapeutic space, so I don't give parents a detailed account of everything their child says or does.

Sessions are approximately 40 minutes and take place at the same time each week.

Play Therapy works best when sessions are regular and consistent, so sessions are scheduled weekly at the same time.

Minimum is 12 sessions

Every child is different, and the length of therapy depends on your child's individual needs and circumstances. Play Therapy has a minimum commitment of 12 consecutive weekly sessions, as meaningful therapeutic change generally takes time to develop within a consistent relationship.

Twelve sessions also reflects the typical range in which many children begin to show meaningful progress, although some children may benefit from longer-term support. We review your child's progress together during the therapy process and discuss whether continuing, ending or changing the support is appropriate.

We begin with an initial parent consultation, without your child present. This gives us an opportunity to talk about your concerns, your child's history and what you would like support with.

Parents are an important part of the therapeutic process. We will have opportunities to discuss your child's progress, explore what you are noticing at home and consider ways you can support your child.