Aims

Play therapy uses the child's language of play to help them explore feelings or experiences, testing out their own limits and beliefs in a safe space. 

Person centred creative arts counselling mainly uses talking, alongside creative arts and may be suited for older clients, up to 18 years old. 

Art, clay, sand, puppets, role play, den building, music, talking, creative visualisations, therapeutic stories and more.

A vital aspect of both play therapy and creative arts counselling is the relationship between client and therapist.

A minimum of 12 sessions is recommended, with one session a week lasting 40 minutes. Sessions are held at the same time and place each week bringing a familiarity and predictability which helps the process of building a trusting relationship. 

The child or young person works through their needs and feelings at their pace and in whatever way they need to supported all the way by the therapist.