Journeys of Growth and Change
Through Play and Creativity
1:1 Integrative Holistic Play Therapy
Therapeutic Groups
Creativity for Wellbeing
Individual Creative Wellbeing Space for all ages
About me
I am a certified Play Therapist with a background of working with children in both mainstream and special school settings.
I am passionate about working with all children, and in particular, neurodivergent children as I have witnessed the positive impact that play therapy can have as they face the challenges of living in a world predominantly set up for neurotypical people.
My work is guided by Axline's principles and I believe that children have the innate ability to overcome the difficulties they face given the opportunity to do so. This opportunity is provided by the time and therapeutic relationship offered in play therapy.
My qualifications include:
Post Graduate Diploma in Play Therapy (University of Chichester)
Post Graduate Certificate in Therapeutic Play (Leeds Beckett University)
BAEd (QTS) Primary Education with Biology (University of Winchester)
Safeguards and Quality Assurance
I am registered with the PTUK Register of Play and Creative Arts Therapists, accredited by the Professional Standards Authority. ID number: 2021005188
I hold an enhanced DBS check, specialist insurance and I am registered with the ICO, complying with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
I work within the ethical framework of PTUK and
I continue to deepen my knowledge through CPD and regular Clinical Supervision.
I am passionate about working with all children, and in particular, neurodivergent children as I have witnessed the positive impact that play therapy can have as they face the challenges of living in a world predominantly set up for neurotypical people.
My work is guided by Axline's principles and I believe that children have the innate ability to overcome the difficulties they face given the opportunity to do so. This opportunity is provided by the time and therapeutic relationship offered in play therapy.
My qualifications include:
Post Graduate Diploma in Play Therapy (University of Chichester)
Post Graduate Certificate in Therapeutic Play (Leeds Beckett University)
BAEd (QTS) Primary Education with Biology (University of Winchester)
Safeguards and Quality Assurance
I am registered with the PTUK Register of Play and Creative Arts Therapists, accredited by the Professional Standards Authority. ID number: 2021005188
I hold an enhanced DBS check, specialist insurance and I am registered with the ICO, complying with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
I work within the ethical framework of PTUK and
I continue to deepen my knowledge through CPD and regular Clinical Supervision.
Affiliations
Sessions
About Play and Creative Arts Therapy
"Play is a child's natural medium for self-expression" — Virginia Axline.
At some point most children face challenges or difficulties which they will need to work through in order to feel happy, confident and thrive at school. Sometimes support is needed to make sense of difficult feelings or events such as:
Family relationship difficulties, Siblings with additional needs,
Bereavement
Divorce
Low self-esteem/lack of confidence
Friendship difficulties
Worry/anxiety
Anger
Difficult/traumatic experiences
Integrative Holistic Play therapy allows children to use play and creativity to express feelings, process experiences, and solve problems in a safe, nonjudgmental space. Therapy is led by the child, and a warm, accepting and understanding therapeutic relationship is offered. A wide range of toys and creative media allow a child to express and work through difficulites symbolically, supporting inner growth and healing. Children can develop improved emotional regulation, self-esteem, and coping skills whilst also allowing them to learn better at school.
Therapy is rarely a quick fix. It takes time for a child to develop trust in the therapeutic relationship and understand that the therapeutic space is one in which they can fully express their inner world and be fully accepted as they are.
Only then can change occur.
At some point most children face challenges or difficulties which they will need to work through in order to feel happy, confident and thrive at school. Sometimes support is needed to make sense of difficult feelings or events such as:
Family relationship difficulties, Siblings with additional needs,
Bereavement
Divorce
Low self-esteem/lack of confidence
Friendship difficulties
Worry/anxiety
Anger
Difficult/traumatic experiences
Integrative Holistic Play therapy allows children to use play and creativity to express feelings, process experiences, and solve problems in a safe, nonjudgmental space. Therapy is led by the child, and a warm, accepting and understanding therapeutic relationship is offered. A wide range of toys and creative media allow a child to express and work through difficulites symbolically, supporting inner growth and healing. Children can develop improved emotional regulation, self-esteem, and coping skills whilst also allowing them to learn better at school.
Therapy is rarely a quick fix. It takes time for a child to develop trust in the therapeutic relationship and understand that the therapeutic space is one in which they can fully express their inner world and be fully accepted as they are.
Only then can change occur.
School-Based Creative Therapeutic Groups
These are small groups for up to 6 children lasting between 6 and 8 weeks.
Examples of themes include:
This approach is suited to groups of children of a similar age/developmental stage who may not meet the threshold of requiring 1:1 therapy. Groups can provide support to children who otherwise may 'go under the radar' in terms of interventions.
Groups can take place in school or venue of your choosing - contact me to explore the needs of your setting and the type of group support required.
Examples of themes include:
- self-esteem
- worry
- neurodivergence
- transition to secondary school
- bullying
- siblings of children with disabilities
This approach is suited to groups of children of a similar age/developmental stage who may not meet the threshold of requiring 1:1 therapy. Groups can provide support to children who otherwise may 'go under the radar' in terms of interventions.
Groups can take place in school or venue of your choosing - contact me to explore the needs of your setting and the type of group support required.
Easter Holiday Creative Workshops
The Venue: Long Acre Arts, Bingham.
Sessions are held in the newly-renovated Long Acre Arts, Long Acre, Bingham, Nottingham NG13 8BG
Visit LAA website to find out moreEaster Wreath Workshop, Tuesday 31st March 10am-12pm. £15
Welcome spring and the school holidays by creating a colourful wreath with bright paper flowers and leaves, sparkling gems and eggs - a beautiful decoration that is as unique as you are!
Book here''My Family'' Wooden Doll Picture Workshop, Friday 10th April 2-4pm. £15
Create a three dimensional picture of your family (or other favourite people, real or fictional!) using wooden dolls, a deep frame and a range of mixed media.
Book hereCreative Wellbeing Groups for Young People
Creative groups with a focus on boosting emotional wellbeing. An opportunity to connect and create in a supportive and affirming group.
The Venue: Long Acre Arts, Bingham.
Sessions are held in the newly-renovated Long Acre Arts, Long Acre, Bingham, Nottingham NG13 8BG
Visit LAA website to find out moreThe Secret Garden: Creative Visualisation Workshop (Coming Soon) £10
Get comfortable, close your eyes and drift off in a journey of imagination. Create a safe space in your mind that you can revisit any time you need to feel calm. Create an image or model in response to your journey selecting from a range of creative media.
Calm Down Kit: (Coming Soon) £18
Learn strategies for managing worry and stressful situations, creating a personalised and portable calm down kit. Decorate a canvas bag and fill it with sensory and fidget items, breathing pattern cards and grounding prompts. Perfect for a school or travel bag.
Confidence Cards (Coming Soon) £15
Create a unique set of cards, each one celebrating a skill or attribute that make up your unique self, and including affirming words for days when confidence seems further away. A great workshop for boosting self-esteem and confidence.
Creativity for Wellbeing Sessions for Adults
The Venue: Long Acre Arts, Bingham.
Sessions are held in the newly-renovated Long Acre Arts, Long Acre, Bingham, Nottingham NG13 8BG
Visit LAA website to find out moreExperimental Monoprinting: Saturday 18th April 2-4pm
Come and try your hand at creating unique images using a range of printing techniques. The focus is on exploration and self expression - experiment with colour mixing, the effect of different textures and layers. One in a range of creative groups for Adults held at Long Acre Arts based on learning new skills and enjoying creative company. 2 hour sessions for £25 including hot drink and cake!
Book hereCrochet Group: Saturday 2nd May 2-4pm
Learn new crochet skills in a relaxed environment at your own pace. All resources provided. One in a range of creative groups for Adults held at Long Acre Arts based on learning new skills and enjoying creative company. 2 hour sessions for £20 including hot drink and cake!
Book hereAltered Playing Cards Workshop, Saturday 16th May 2-4pm
Upcycle a pack of old playing cards by using a range of mixed media to create a set of cards that are unique to you. Perhaps you want to display significant words or images, start a visual holiday diary or make your own affirmation or oracle cards. This small-scale creative project is perfect for dipping into whenever you have a moment and is compact enough to pick up and take on your travels. One in a range of creative groups for Adults held at Long Acre Arts based on learning new skills and enjoying creative company. 2 hour sessions for £20 including hot drink and cake!
Book hereCreative Space:
1:1 sessions for self-expression and wellbeing.
1:1 sessions for self-expression and wellbeing.
1:1 session.
£20 per hour, minimum one hour booking.
All materials included.
I am passionate about art and creativity, and believe that it is something that everyone can engage with and enjoy if they wish to. Art is about having the courage to try, not qualifications! Creative Space Sessions can be whatever you need them to be.
Perhaps you want to learn a new skill or find time for yourself amidst the challenges that life can throw at us.
Perhaps you have a young person who would like to express themselves creatively but you simply don't have the time, space or resources to do so at home.
Examples of creative activities you might explore:
Art journalling
Junk journalling
Mixed-media collage
Mono-printing
Crochet
Slow Stitching
3D art - models, sculpture, clay.
Eco-art (using recycled materials)
Please note this isn't art therapy. I am able to direct you to qualified art therapists for adults should you feel, during the course of your artistic exploration, that you have deeper issues you would like to address.
£20 per hour, minimum one hour booking.
All materials included.
I am passionate about art and creativity, and believe that it is something that everyone can engage with and enjoy if they wish to. Art is about having the courage to try, not qualifications! Creative Space Sessions can be whatever you need them to be.
Perhaps you want to learn a new skill or find time for yourself amidst the challenges that life can throw at us.
Perhaps you have a young person who would like to express themselves creatively but you simply don't have the time, space or resources to do so at home.
Examples of creative activities you might explore:
Art journalling
Junk journalling
Mixed-media collage
Mono-printing
Crochet
Slow Stitching
3D art - models, sculpture, clay.
Eco-art (using recycled materials)
Please note this isn't art therapy. I am able to direct you to qualified art therapists for adults should you feel, during the course of your artistic exploration, that you have deeper issues you would like to address.
Contact
- 2 Orchard Avenue, Bingham, Nottingham, UK
- Mon-Fri - 08:00-17.30
