28/10/2025
Many parents often have questions around what takes place in the sessions themselves and how they can support their child in working through challenging times. Grab a cupán tae and get reading 🤗
1. The play room 🧸
The play therapy space is set up with the child in mind, to create a safe comfortable space filled with materials that have been carefully chosen and each have a specific purpose in the play room.
2. Child led play 🎨
Play therapy is non directive which allows the child to direct their session and freely choose from the materials available. The child may use materials in the room to “act out” scenarios, describe feelings and express emotions through the play.
3. The play therapist✨
The role of the therapist is to create and hold a space safe for the child to play out these feelings and emotions. They may reflect feelings, name emotions and mirror play. When necessary the therapist may use some directive pieces to support the child with their process
4. Consistency 💪
It’s important that the child attends their appointment each week to build consistency. Consistency builds trust, helping the child feel safe to explore bigger feelings over time.
Play therapy allows children to explore feelings, emotions and experiences they may not have the words to describe. It gives them the space to work through challenges such as anxiety, loss, trauma and many more!
Over time children learn emotional regulation,confidence, and coping strategies ❤️🩹
