Nurturing Minds Play Therapy

02/08/2026

29/07/2026

🐢 Welcome to the Nurturing Minds family, Moe! 💚

I’m so excited to introduce our newest little friend, Moe, who has already stolen our hearts. 🥰

Moe is extra special because if you look closely at his beautiful shell, you’ll spot a tiny heart-shaped marking. ❤️ I think it’s the perfect symbol of the love, comfort, and connection he’ll bring to future play therapy sessions.

Animals can provide a calming and reassuring presence, helping children feel safe, build confidence, and develop emotional connections in a gentle, natural way.

As much as we welcome Moe into our family, his wellbeing always comes first. He will always be treated with kindness, gentleness and respect.” 🐢💚

Welcome to the team, little Moe! 🐢✨

19/07/2026

The Therapist Parent 💜

19/07/2026

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12/07/2026

🌿 Anxiety in children doesn’t always look like worry.

It can look like tummy aches before school, difficulty sleeping, becoming clingy, avoiding activities they once enjoyed, frequent meltdowns, perfectionism, or needing constant reassurance.

Children often don’t have the words to explain what they’re feeling. Instead, their anxiety is communicated through their behaviour.

Play therapy offers children a safe, supportive space where they can express their worries in the language they know best, play. Through the therapeutic relationship, children can begin to understand their feelings, build confidence, develop coping strategies, and feel more in control of their emotions.

If you’re concerned that your child may be struggling with anxiety, you’re not alone. Early support can make a real difference.

💛 Every child deserves to feel safe, confident, and understood.

04/07/2026

Berry beautiful moments 🍓🫐❤️

Today was spent surrounded by sunshine, fresh air, and nature’s abundance. Wandering through rows of strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries was a gentle reminder of the value of slowing down and being present.

Nature offers children so many opportunities for sensory exploration, curiosity, patience, and joy. Whether it’s noticing the colours of ripe fruit, feeling different textures, smelling the summer air, or sharing the excitement of finding the “perfect” berry, these simple experiences nurture emotional wellbeing as much as they create happy memories.

Sometimes the most meaningful moments of growth happen away from screens and schedules, just outdoors, connecting with the world around us.

Wishing everyone a day filled with fresh air, little adventures, and moments to simply be. 🌿☀️🍓

04/07/2026

Sometimes the best therapy is simply being in nature. 🌊🐾

A lovely evening spent at the beach with Rosie. Watching the waves, feeling the sand beneath our feet, breathing in the fresh sea air, and just slowing down.

Life can be busy, and it’s easy to forget to pause. Taking time to ground yourself, connect with nature, and be present in the moment can do wonders for your wellbeing. Whether it’s a walk on the beach, sitting in a park, or simply listening to the birds, these small moments help us reset, recharge, and find a little calm amongst the chaos.

Today was a gentle reminder that self-care doesn’t always have to be complicated. Sometimes, it’s as simple as the sea, the fresh air, and good company.

Take time to pause. Breathe. Ground yourself. Your mind will thank you. 💚🌿