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"Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning" - Fred Rogers
Does Play Therapy work?
It is my privilege to witness the power of play within the therapeutic space, while parents and schools also see the positive changes it can bring. Children develop self-esteem , strengthen emotional regulation , and gain more confidence in making choices and engaging with the world around them more successfully.
"It's been so wonderful having your support with my class"
- Yr 3 Teacher
"I can't say thank you enough for everything you have done for us. Your kindness and patience is amazing. You have made such a difference to our school and children. thank you" - Senco
"I've got my little girl back" - Yr 4 Parent
"He's not only engaging with
his learning now, he's eager to"
- Yr 3 Teacher
"It's been the first year she's made expected progress"
- Yr 5 Teacher
Within schools I have tracked and documented children's improved ability to :
- participate within group work and classroom discussions.
- maintain concentration and persevere
- enjoy positive play times
- complete tasks independently
- attend lessons
This led to a reduced reliance on the Teacher and TA
Listening to families I have heard about children's improved ability to :
- remain calm with less frustration
- interact with siblings more positively
- sleep
- express and share their feelings, engage in discussions
- make and maintain friendships
- be happy !
I work under the governing body of the PTUK (Play Therapy UK)
PTUK therapists undertake rigorous academic, experiential and clinical training before qualifying. To be registered with PTUK, all therapists must: have qualified via university approved postgraduate courses, be Clinically Supervised by a Certified Clinical Supervisor, attend regular accredited professional development courses and have an enhanced DBS check. Practitioners are registered with the Professional Standards Authority, an independent organisation (accountable to parliament) regulating and monitoring health and social care providers.
PTUK’s clinical evidence base, containing over 12,000 cases, shows that between 77% and 84% of children show a positive change through the use of play and creative arts therapies when delivered to PTUK standards. The more severe the problem, the higher the percentage of children that show positive changes.