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Sand Tray Therapy
Introduction: Sand is more than just a playful substance; it serves as a powerful tool for expression and emotional processing in...

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Oct 62 min read
Non-Directive Play Therapy
Introduction: In the complex journey of childhood development, there are moments when the most effective form of support is to step back...

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Sep 293 min read
Understanding Your Child’s Play Themes
I Introduction: Children often revisit themes in play as a way to explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a safe...

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Sep 223 min read
The Role of the Play Therapist
Introduction: Play therapists serve as essential guides in the therapeutic journey of children, rather than taking on the role of...

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Sep 152 min read
How Play Therapy Supports Social Skills
Introduction: Play is the primary way children learn social skills—empathy, cooperation, and communication. Through various forms of...

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Sep 82 min read
Play Therapy for Children Experiencing Trauma
Introduction: Trauma leaves children feeling unsafe, anxious, or powerless. Talking about traumatic events is often impossible, but play...

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Sep 11 min read


Understanding Emotional Processing in Children Through Play
Play is more than just fun; it is a crucial part of childhood that helps children understand and manage their emotions. Since young...

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Aug 253 min read
What is Play Therapy and How Can It Help Your Child
Introduction: Play is how children make sense of the world. Unlike adults, they often struggle to put their feelings into words, but...

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Aug 182 min read


Meeting Matt Bishop MP: Supporting Children’s Mental Health in the Forest of Dean
Yesterday, I had the privilege of meeting Matt Bishop, Member of Parliament for the Forest of Dean , at The Spiral Tree in Cinderford....

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Aug 172 min read
Virgina Axline Principles
Virginia Axline was a pioneer in the field of play therapy, and her principles continue to shape non-directive play therapy approaches...

The Spiral Tree
Sep 16, 20242 min read
The Role of a Male Play Therapist: Supporting Children’s Emotional Well-being
As a male play therapist, I often get asked what sets me apart in this field and how play therapy can help children. In today’s blog, I...

The Spiral Tree
Sep 9, 20243 min read
The Little Dragon
'The Little Dragon Who Couldn't Control His Fire' A story written for a special little boy who loves dragons and Batman, who has been...

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Jan 25, 20211 min read


Feel ARTY?
Here are some really good art activities to do together. My son and I often draw squiggly lines for each other on paper then the other...

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Jun 8, 20201 min read


Making a Time Together Box
Attached is how to make a Time Together Box. Download them here These boxes are brilliant when you want a bit of structure to your play...

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Jun 8, 20201 min read


Fill your bucket/cup
During the lockdown your emotional bucket/cup may have been emptied with stress and having to deal with the upside down world we...

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May 19, 20201 min read


Fill your life with positive affirmation.
At the moment the world feel a very scary place and people's nervous and anxious energy, Here is a little positive activities to move to...

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May 15, 20201 min read


Re - Connection Tips
Here are some simple but effective tips to aid connection with your child if you need anymore help or would like some on some other...

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May 13, 20201 min read
Supervision
Some exciting news !!! From June 19 I will be offering supervision sessions. I will be attending the PTUK Supervisors training. if you...

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Apr 30, 20191 min read


Play Therapy Symbols
Play Therapy symbols and miniatures in the playroom are so important for children. They offer an opportunity and permission for them to...

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Oct 14, 20181 min read


Making Sandtrays
Sandtray making!!! Before anyone say so I know it is not the "true" sandtray from Dora Kalff as she suggests a sandtray being 19.5 inches...

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Oct 12, 20181 min read
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