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Play Therapy offers a:
⭐non-directive, ⭐child-led, ⭐creative, safe space.

Children can express themselves & work through difficulties using their natural language of communication of play. ❤️

09/08/2026

RETURN TO SCHOOL:
As we are moving into the new academic year, we are beginning to notice how demanding school transition can be for children emotionally. One topic that often comes up at this time of year is MASKING.
Many children work incredibly hard during the school day to hide how they’re really feeling. They may appear settled, quiet, and coping well, while inside they’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious. When they get home, the mask often comes off — and big emotions can appear, anger, shouting, hitting, etc etc.
Masking isn’t bad behaviour. It’s dysregulation and a coping mechanism — a sign of how much effort a child is using to get through the day. we parents can help in this.
Here at Voices in Play , children are offered a warm, non-judgemental space where they don’t need to hide how they feel about this and other worries and concerns. Through child-led play therapy, children can express emotions safely, feel understood, and develop regulation at their own pace.
Spaces available in Grangemouth and Stirling

27/07/2026

BIG NEWS, Voices in Play is now offering therapy sessions in Stirling as well as Grangemouth. places still available during the day in Grangemouth on Mondays and in Stirling on Fridays. Please visit the website for further details or send me a message.

15/05/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT 😍

A new Summer Creative Mindfulness Group starting in GRANGEMOUTH in July for 4 weeks for children aged 8-12yrs.
Comprises of a relaxing mindful meditation followed by a creative activity to help relax the mind, body and soul. Refreshment also included.
please contact me on [email protected] to book your place.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE

03/05/2026

when these feelings show up it can be hard for all concerned. in my therapy space they have somewhere to do this without judgement and in safety. Child Therapy spaces available in Grangemouth. please get in touch if you feel your child and you could benefit from support
www.voicesinplay.com

27/02/2026

Children do not always have the language to explain what they feel or why they behave as they do. Instead, their inner world often shows itself through play; in stories, symbols, roles and repetition. Within this play, the unconscious gently finds a voice.
In Voices in Play I use play as a bridge to the unconscious. It is where worries or fears can be expressed safely, be explored without judgement and experiences can be worked through at the child’s own pace. What may feel confusing or overwhelming internally can be communicated, processed and transformed through play.
By attuning to a child’s play, I offer containment, curiosity and emotional safety, allowing the unconscious material to emerge naturally rather than be forced into words. This is where healing begins, not by asking children to explain themselves, but by meeting them where they are.
Spaces available in Grangemouth, please visit www.voicesinplay.com for further info.

06/01/2026

Not all “play therapy” certificates are created equal. A short online course for £61 is not Play Therapy. PG or Master’s-level training provides the extensive psychotherapy based clinical knowledge, supervised experience, and depth of understanding required to safely and effectively support a child or young person.
Therapists study core clinical areas, including:
attachment theory
brain development and neuroscience
child development across the lifespan
psychoanalytic and therapeutic theory
…and much more.
This level of training cannot be replaced by a brief online certificate.
Play Therapy is not a protected title or profession, meaning anyone can claim to offer it. That is why—both as a parent and as a professional—it is essential to ensure your therapist is registered with a recognised governing body such as BAPT (British Association of Play Therapists) or PTUK (Play Therapy UK) and BACP
Membership in these organisations ensures that therapists are:
properly and rigorously trained
clinically supervised
insured
committed to ongoing CPD
accountable to professional and ethical standards
In short: You do not get Play Therapy from someone with a quick certificate.
Choose a registered, fully trained therapist to ensure your child receives safe, ethical, and evidence-based therapeutic support.
see my website if this has made you curious
www.voicesinplay.com
*thanks to my colleague Samantha Boyle for the original post*

19/12/2025

Voices In Play child therapy is taking a break. Wishing you a very MErry Christmas and PEaceful New Year.
look forward to working with some new children in the new year

please feel free to check out the website www.voicesinplay.com

Shirley x

17/11/2025

Let’s talk child counselling using Play Therapy, the superhero of healing! It swoops in to tackle all sorts of issues. It creates a cozy space of trust and safety, especially for kids who need a little extra TLC. The trained and qualified therapist is the trusty sidekick, helping kids explore their feelings while offering. As kids and teens dive into play, —they’re mastering social skills, learning how to keep their emotions in check, and honing those nifty problem-solving skills. This sets the stage for healthier coping strategies when they hit those older teenage years and beyond. In a nutshell, play therapy is like a magical toolkit for kids, helping them navigate their feelings in a way that makes perfect sense for their age!
need more info? them get in touch xx

10/10/2025

✨Children rarely have the language to tell us they’re overwhelmed, anxious, or in need of connection.
They won’t say, “I’m struggling. with my mental health. Can we sit down and talk about it?”

✨Instead, they reach for us the only way they know how “Will you play with me?” “Watch this.” “Come see.”
These aren’t just invitations to play. They’re bids for presence. For closeness. For co-regulation. Moments where they’re asking, “Are you here with me?”

✨So when the day is long and the toys are loud — pause. Tune in.
Because behind the question is often a deeper one: “Can I count on you?”

✨This is how a trained, qualified Child Therapist will be able to support you and your child. please feel free to get in touch

www.voicesinplay.com

01/10/2025

💜Explore the Power of Play Therapy

🎈Play therapy is a unique way to support children’s emotional well-being through creativity and expression. From puppets and clay to sand trays and drawing, every instrument helps children communicate feelings, process experiences, and build confidence in a safe, supportive space here in Grangemounth.

Whether it’s storytelling with a puppet, sculpting emotions in clay, or exploring thoughts through drawing and sand, play therapy offers countless ways for children to express themselves and grow.

Feel free to get in touch for further information on how i can help you child with those BIG emotions 🥹

www.voicesinplay.com 🙏

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