Vale Play Therapy

22/08/2026

If your child is finding big feelings hard to manage, play therapy can offer a gentle, child‑led space to explore emotions safely.

At Vale Play Therapy, we help children build confidence, resilience, and emotional understanding through creative, therapeutic play.

If you’re curious about how play therapy could support your child, we’d love to talk.

19/08/2026

Starting comprehensive can feel overwhelming for anxious children. Play therapy offers a safe space to explore worries, build confidence, and practise calming strategies that make the transition feel manageable.
If your child is struggling, get in touch — we’re here to support them through this big change.

11/08/2026

Need low‑cost play therapy or parent support?
If you’re on a low income, live in Swansea, and can travel to Port Talbot weekly, Playful Life CIC has reduced‑fee spaces available.

Reach out here: https://www.playfullifecic.org/contact-us

11/08/2026

Parents in Swansea — if you’re on a low income and looking for affordable play therapy or parent support, Playful Life CIC may be able to help.

They offer reduced‑cost sessions for families who:
• Live in a Swansea postcode
• Can travel to Port Talbot weekly
• Need accessible emotional or behavioural support for their child

Contact them directly to check eligibility and availability:
Parents in Swansea — if you’re on a low income and looking for affordable play therapy or parent support, Playful Life CIC may be able to help.

They offer reduced‑cost sessions for families who:
• Live in a Swansea postcode
• Can travel to Port Talbot weekly
• Need accessible emotional or behavioural support for their child

Contact them directly to check eligibility and availability: https://www.playfullifecic.org/contact-us

09/08/2026

BREAKING THE SCREEN-DOPAMINE CYCLE

After the incredible response to my The Screen-Dopamine Cycle resource, many of you asked for more information about why ending screen time can feel so difficult.

So, I've created this visual to explain what’s happening inside the developing brain.

When we understand the science behind the behaviour, it’s easier to move away from power struggles and towards calm, consistent boundaries that genuinely support children.

If this helps make sense of the screen battles in your home or classroom, save this post so you can come back to it whenever you need a reminder.

Save for later.

08/08/2026

Looking for low‑cost play therapy or parent support in the Swansea area?

Playful Life CIC is currently offering reduced‑fee sessions for families on a low income, living in a Swansea postcode, and able to travel to Port Talbot weekly.

If your child needs emotional support, help with confidence, or a safe space to express themselves, this could be a fantastic fit for your family.

Find out more here: https://www.playfullifecic.org/contact-us

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

04/08/2026

Bubbles can be fun AND therapeutic.

They help children slow their breathing, regulate emotions, build focus, and enjoy sensory play.

A simple tool we love at Vale Play Therapy for supporting calm, confidence, and connection.

03/08/2026

Please support if you can!

Hi I’m going to be running the Pisa half marathon in October to raise money for Playful Life, … Katherine Hannington needs your support for Playful Life CIC