About Me...

I have 24 years experience working with children. As a teen I started off my career as a play worker for children with disabilities. I then worked as a teaching assistant for several years and then trained to be a teacher then taught Key Stage One for 6 years.

 

Before starting a family I chose to become a childminder (to work around our new family). Then once our child started school I worked at a regional adoption agency. 

 

Covid then hit and it was evident speaking with friends and family, that the mental health of our children was suffering. 

I decided to follow a dream I had when I was in my late teens and train to become a Play Therapist. 

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I am passionate about supporting all children, but especially those who have been or are still in the care system. I have personal and professional experience with children who are currently in foster care or are adopted. 

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I am passionate about supporting our children to reach their potential and thrive. 

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I qualified in 2024 as a Certified Therapeutic Play Practitioner and will complete my Diploma in 2025. I am ICO registered, GDPR compliant, have Public Liability insurance and are held accountable by PTUK. 

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You can find me on the PSA accredited Register of Play and Creative Art Therapists here

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