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Child using Art in therapy

Therapeutic support for children

​Gerrards Cross,  Seer Green,  Beaconsfield, The Chalfonts, Amersham and South Bucks.

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When a child begins a journey into therapy it is because the adults around them recognise the time has come to reach out for specialist help, whatever the reason. Play Therapy is a highly effective, clinically proven form of child psychotherapy. Developed worldwide as a result of decades of evidence based research. It is rooted in theoretical knowledge of how children think, feel, respond, react and process emotions.​ ​​​​Play Therapy offers children an opportunity to take time to explore what's happening in their lives.

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Every child can benefit from Play Therapy in one way or another. Play is at the heart of how children communicate and learn about the world around them. It can make sense of thoughts and feelings they don’t yet have appropriate words to describe.​​ The Play Therapy room provides a safe, welcoming space with no pressure, demand or expectations. This allows freedom to process who they are at their own pace, uninhibited.

 

When we focus on our strengths rather than our challenges, powerful changes emerge when given time, the tools and opportunity.​   It's important to remember that therapeutic work isn't a 'quick fix'. It is a process that can require time and patience to achieve best outcomes. ​​ ​

Let's start on this new first step into understanding how to help your child.....​

No obligation. email: katiejosephplaytherapy@outlook.com 

tel: 07392 784794 (Monday - Friday 9.00am-6.00pm​)​​​

Play Therapist co-regulating child, using mindful breathing

    Family Challenges

Sibling rivalry and jealousy

Divorce or Separation

Domestic violence             

Stepfamilies

Bereavement and loss 

Family member with mental illness

Moving house/relocation

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   Peer Relationships

Exclusion by peers

Friendship difficulties

Social anxiety

Being bullied by others

Bullying others

Peer pressure

Cyber Bullying​

   Medical Conditions

Surgery/medical procedures

Disabilities

Diagnosis of a loved one

Terminal illness

Lifelong medical conditions

Being  young carer

Family member with medical needs

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   Traumatic experiences

Becoming homeless

Being in a house fire or flood

Being in a vehicle accident

Natural disasters                                     

Being a victim of crime

Witnessing crime

Emotional, Physical, Sexual abuse, neglect 

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Dyslexia, Dyspraxia

Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia

Processing Disorders​

Autism Spectrum Disorder

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ADHD

OCD and ADD

Conduct  Challenges

Stealing or lying

Aggression or hurting others

Destructive Behaviour

Temper Tantrums

Addiction to gaming/screens

Vaping/smoking etc.

Anti social behaviour​​

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Mental Health conditions

Night terrors

Bed wetting and toileting 

Low self esteem

Lack of self confidence

Self-harm or suicidal thoughts

Depression

Intrusive thoughts

Gender identity 

Anxiety disorders

Excessive worrying,

Fears and Phobias

Separation anxiety

School-based anxiety and EBSA

Panic attacks

Eating disorders

Selective mutism

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 “It’s extremely powerful to hear someone say, 'I get you. I understand. I see why you feel this way'.”  Dr Dan Siegel

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