Play Therapy Counselling in Shipley
I use an integrative approach in working with children and young people that blends play, empathy, creativity, and evidence-based techniques to meet each child exactly where they are.
My approach is integrative, gentle, child-centered, and grounded in empathy. I combine evidence-based therapeutic techniques with creativity and play to meet each child where they are. Whether a child is navigating anxiety, self-harm, grief, family changes, or self-esteem challenges, depression, emotional challenges, focusing on empowering them to feel seen.
I use an integrative approach in working with children and young people that blends play, empathy, creativity, and evidence-based techniques to meet each child exactly where they are.
My approach is integrative, gentle, child-centered, and grounded in empathy. I combine evidence-based therapeutic techniques with creativity and play to meet each child where they are. Whether a child is navigating anxiety, self-harm, grief, family changes, or self-esteem challenges, depression, emotional challenges, focusing on empowering them to feel seen.
Therapy shouldn’t feel cold or clinical—it should feel like a space where you can exhale, feel supported, and start healing. I am a fully qualified therapist working with children, adults and young people.
I provide support for a variety of challenges, including low mood, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem struggles, and relationship difficulties. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients.
As a culturally sensitive therapist, I am particularly attuned to the unique experiences of Muslims in a western world, navigating faith, family expectations, and the balance between personal and cultural identities in a Western world.
Therapy shouldn’t feel cold or clinical—it should feel like a space where you can exhale, feel supported, and start healing. I am a fully qualified therapist working with children, adults and young people.
I provide support for a variety of challenges, including low mood, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem struggles, and relationship difficulties. I have experience working with neurodivergent clients.
As a culturally sensitive therapist, I am particularly attuned to the unique experiences of Muslims in a western world, navigating faith, family expectations, and the balance between personal and cultural identities in a Western world.
I provide child-centered counselling and creative play therapy for children and young people.
Welcome! I'm Keturah, a qualified children and young people's counsellor, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing space where every child can feel heard, valued, and supported.
Working with children is more than a profession for me—it's a calling. I believe that every child has an innate capacity for healing and growth when given the right support and environment. Through gentle, child-led therapy, I help young people navigate their emotions, build resilience, and discover their own strength.
I provide child-centered counselling and creative play therapy for children and young people.
Welcome! I'm Keturah, a qualified children and young people's counsellor, and I'm passionate about creating a safe, nurturing space where every child can feel heard, valued, and supported.
Working with children is more than a profession for me—it's a calling. I believe that every child has an innate capacity for healing and growth when given the right support and environment. Through gentle, child-led therapy, I help young people navigate their emotions, build resilience, and discover their own strength.
This may utilise evidence-based play-based sessions involving parent(s) and child, or it may involve training for parents in approaches to care and behaviour management.
I offer a wide range of evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions for children, adults and families. I can support parents who are worried about their children's difficulties, I can help adults and children who may struggle with emotional regulation, aggression, self-injury, depression, anxiety, harmful sexual behaviour, trauma, and attachment difficulties.
This may utilise evidence-based play-based sessions involving parent(s) and child, or it may involve training for parents in approaches to care and behaviour management.
I offer a wide range of evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions for children, adults and families. I can support parents who are worried about their children's difficulties, I can help adults and children who may struggle with emotional regulation, aggression, self-injury, depression, anxiety, harmful sexual behaviour, trauma, and attachment difficulties.
I'm a counsellor with years of experience working with children, teenagers and young people as well as adults.
I use a range of different counselling styles to help you with your issues in a way that works for you.
I work in a non-judgemental way to help you untangle and unlock your issues. Often emotions and behaviours are caused by unknown and unmet needs. I work in a supportive person-centred way to help you to find whatever it is that makes you angry, worried, stressed, lacking in confidence and any other unwanted feeling.
With support you will be able to change these negative feelings and find control over your emotions.
I'm a counsellor with years of experience working with children, teenagers and young people as well as adults.
I use a range of different counselling styles to help you with your issues in a way that works for you.
I work in a non-judgemental way to help you untangle and unlock your issues. Often emotions and behaviours are caused by unknown and unmet needs. I work in a supportive person-centred way to help you to find whatever it is that makes you angry, worried, stressed, lacking in confidence and any other unwanted feeling.
With support you will be able to change these negative feelings and find control over your emotions.
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If a child is feeling anxious, unhappy or struggling with something, play and creative arts therapy can give them a safe and accepting space to explore their feelings at their own pace.
As a registered play therapist (PTUK) with a successful background in Primary education, I offer connection, empathy and understanding to children and families I work with. Play and creative therapy can support children to gently process traumatic memories or intense feelings, build resilience and feel more confident in themselves and their relationships.
If a child is feeling anxious, unhappy or struggling with something, play and creative arts therapy can give them a safe and accepting space to explore their feelings at their own pace.
As a registered play therapist (PTUK) with a successful background in Primary education, I offer connection, empathy and understanding to children and families I work with. Play and creative therapy can support children to gently process traumatic memories or intense feelings, build resilience and feel more confident in themselves and their relationships.
My name is Samantha Hurrell, I offer Therapeutic Counselling, Supervision, Well-being MOTs and also specialise in working with the NHS with Trauma. Attachment disorders , Couples and Family Therapy.
My name is Samantha Hurrell, I offer Therapeutic Counselling, Supervision, Well-being MOTs and also specialise in working with the NHS with Trauma. Attachment disorders , Couples and Family Therapy.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
I am a certified, play/creative therapist (USA/UK) with a MSc in Coun.
Hi there, these are REALLY trying times so I truly appreciate you taking the brave step to reach out. I'm here, happy to work with you on the journey. My therapy style is warm, interactive, accepting & specific to you. I am internationally trained to MSc level & have worked in the UK & overseas. This means I bring inter/multicultural richness & diversity to our sessions. I am skilled to serve the unique needs of the local & international diaspora & those feeling displaced. I also have clinical & pastoral training (Uk) & a multi faith theology degree offering spiritual counselling for those who desire a faith perspective.
I am a certified, play/creative therapist (USA/UK) with a MSc in Coun.
Hi there, these are REALLY trying times so I truly appreciate you taking the brave step to reach out. I'm here, happy to work with you on the journey. My therapy style is warm, interactive, accepting & specific to you. I am internationally trained to MSc level & have worked in the UK & overseas. This means I bring inter/multicultural richness & diversity to our sessions. I am skilled to serve the unique needs of the local & international diaspora & those feeling displaced. I also have clinical & pastoral training (Uk) & a multi faith theology degree offering spiritual counselling for those who desire a faith perspective.
Hello, life can sometimes throw challenges at us. At times these challenges are expected and at other times they come as a complete surprise. Often, we are able to manage them and sometimes we may feel less able to cope and could benefit from some therapeutic support. I offer psychotherapeutic counselling support in Wetherby and have some available appointments now. www.philippa-counselling.co.uk
Hello, life can sometimes throw challenges at us. At times these challenges are expected and at other times they come as a complete surprise. Often, we are able to manage them and sometimes we may feel less able to cope and could benefit from some therapeutic support. I offer psychotherapeutic counselling support in Wetherby and have some available appointments now. www.philippa-counselling.co.uk
Hello, my name is Eleanor and I am a qualified counsellor/ psychotherapist for children, young people and adults. I provide an empathic, warm, non-judgemental space, where together we can explore what is going on for you. I am an integrative counsellor, whereby I use a range of methods to suit the clients needs, including talking therapy and play therapy. I am particularly interested in exploring attachment styles with my clients as I believe our early attachments can significantly shape the people that we become. I also have a keen interest and experience in working with neurodiversity.
Hello, my name is Eleanor and I am a qualified counsellor/ psychotherapist for children, young people and adults. I provide an empathic, warm, non-judgemental space, where together we can explore what is going on for you. I am an integrative counsellor, whereby I use a range of methods to suit the clients needs, including talking therapy and play therapy. I am particularly interested in exploring attachment styles with my clients as I believe our early attachments can significantly shape the people that we become. I also have a keen interest and experience in working with neurodiversity.
A clinical trauma-relational therapist and supervisor, play therapist and cultural sensitive Trauma informed Trainer.
Holistic healing methods, expressive arts, EFT skills integral eye movement, somatic experiencing techniques are tailored to suit individual need combined with talking therapies &CBT. The skills help regulate the nervous system improving stress, grief, tension & panic, diffusing negative thoughts & angry reactions, aiding self healing and depressed thinking.
A clinical trauma-relational therapist and supervisor, play therapist and cultural sensitive Trauma informed Trainer.
Holistic healing methods, expressive arts, EFT skills integral eye movement, somatic experiencing techniques are tailored to suit individual need combined with talking therapies &CBT. The skills help regulate the nervous system improving stress, grief, tension & panic, diffusing negative thoughts & angry reactions, aiding self healing and depressed thinking.
Initial Consultation Making sure you feel comfortable is my main priority, so you are always free to give me a call before booking your first therapy session. Please don’t hesitate to share your concerns or ask any questions during this chat. Therapy, after all, is a two-way process, and the more you put into it, the more you get out. I will also walk you through what to expect from our sessions together and, if you wish, provide you with a copy of the Ethical Principles on which my practice is built ahead of scheduling your first assessment session. This assessment session involves us looking at your history and broader issues.
Initial Consultation Making sure you feel comfortable is my main priority, so you are always free to give me a call before booking your first therapy session. Please don’t hesitate to share your concerns or ask any questions during this chat. Therapy, after all, is a two-way process, and the more you put into it, the more you get out. I will also walk you through what to expect from our sessions together and, if you wish, provide you with a copy of the Ethical Principles on which my practice is built ahead of scheduling your first assessment session. This assessment session involves us looking at your history and broader issues.
Do you have extremes of feeling: anger/numbness; fear/fearlessness; afraid to be alone/pushing others away? Maybe you have a sense of yourself as being very different with different people, or in different situations. You may have some ideas as to the roots of your current difficulties, or it may feel as though it has come out of nothing. It may be that you have struggled to find a therapist who can offer more than a limited number of sessions, or that you haven't felt able to bring the different parts of yourself. All parts of you are welcome here.
Do you have extremes of feeling: anger/numbness; fear/fearlessness; afraid to be alone/pushing others away? Maybe you have a sense of yourself as being very different with different people, or in different situations. You may have some ideas as to the roots of your current difficulties, or it may feel as though it has come out of nothing. It may be that you have struggled to find a therapist who can offer more than a limited number of sessions, or that you haven't felt able to bring the different parts of yourself. All parts of you are welcome here.
Hi, I am a mature counsellor working online, by phone and in person. Many life transitions are the catalyst for seeking help. Talking to me in a unjudged safe space can help you provide the answers, unpicking a lifetimes hurt and shame. Working through the jumble of memories, people who have caused you harm and spoken critical words takes its toll and won’t go away by just ignoring it.
Our own self criticism can eat away at the successes. I can help you make sense of it and move forward with your life’s goals that you deserve finally.
Hi, I am a mature counsellor working online, by phone and in person. Many life transitions are the catalyst for seeking help. Talking to me in a unjudged safe space can help you provide the answers, unpicking a lifetimes hurt and shame. Working through the jumble of memories, people who have caused you harm and spoken critical words takes its toll and won’t go away by just ignoring it.
Our own self criticism can eat away at the successes. I can help you make sense of it and move forward with your life’s goals that you deserve finally.
For Children and adolescents, I offer Psychodynamic, Attachment informed approaches and Play Therapy.
I am a Registered Member of the BACP, as an Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist in private practice since 2008 and also a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT). I am a highly experienced in integrating structure and compassion and I fit the therapeutic model to the person. As I the therapy is evidenced based I follow best practice treatment protocols according to NICE guidance.
If you are ready to make changes and experience a sense of freedom from anxiety and depression, then there is a way and recovery is possible.
For Children and adolescents, I offer Psychodynamic, Attachment informed approaches and Play Therapy.
I am a Registered Member of the BACP, as an Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist in private practice since 2008 and also a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT). I am a highly experienced in integrating structure and compassion and I fit the therapeutic model to the person. As I the therapy is evidenced based I follow best practice treatment protocols according to NICE guidance.
If you are ready to make changes and experience a sense of freedom from anxiety and depression, then there is a way and recovery is possible.
Welcome.
I am an Associate Professor in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a practising psychotherapist. With over 25 years of experience, my clinical work focuses on eating disorders and body image, trauma, attachment, neurodiversity (including ADHD), and complex emotional difficulties. I work integratively, drawing on psychodynamic, relational, and creative approaches, and has extensive experience in individual therapy, group work, and clinical supervision.
Welcome.
I am an Associate Professor in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a practising psychotherapist. With over 25 years of experience, my clinical work focuses on eating disorders and body image, trauma, attachment, neurodiversity (including ADHD), and complex emotional difficulties. I work integratively, drawing on psychodynamic, relational, and creative approaches, and has extensive experience in individual therapy, group work, and clinical supervision.
Sometimes, you may not know which psychotherapy modality is right for you. This is why my approach is flexible and can be tailored to your specific needs. If you're looking to understand your current or past experiences, or if you want to work on becoming the best version of yourself, I can help you on your journey. I often place a strong emphasis on the relationships you have with others or with yourself. At the heart of my practice lies my commitment to helping you feel better and reach your full potential.
Sometimes, you may not know which psychotherapy modality is right for you. This is why my approach is flexible and can be tailored to your specific needs. If you're looking to understand your current or past experiences, or if you want to work on becoming the best version of yourself, I can help you on your journey. I often place a strong emphasis on the relationships you have with others or with yourself. At the heart of my practice lies my commitment to helping you feel better and reach your full potential.
I use creative and expressive methods such as art, sensory and play materials, as appropriate to age and development to help young people communicate that which is hard to put into words.
I am a warm, empathic and sensitive therapist with over 15 years of therapeutic experience. I work with children, young people, and women, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore life’s challenges and begin to heal – at your own pace. My aim is to help you to build your confidence, self-esteem and resilience, particularly at a time when you might be feeling vulnerable and struggling to cope.
I work from a Relational approach where the therapeutic relationship is central, considering our relationships, how we relate to ourselves and others. The therapeutic relationship provides a ‘safe base’ to explore difficulties.
I use creative and expressive methods such as art, sensory and play materials, as appropriate to age and development to help young people communicate that which is hard to put into words.
I am a warm, empathic and sensitive therapist with over 15 years of therapeutic experience. I work with children, young people, and women, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore life’s challenges and begin to heal – at your own pace. My aim is to help you to build your confidence, self-esteem and resilience, particularly at a time when you might be feeling vulnerable and struggling to cope.
I work from a Relational approach where the therapeutic relationship is central, considering our relationships, how we relate to ourselves and others. The therapeutic relationship provides a ‘safe base’ to explore difficulties.
For your children, play and art therapies can enable self-expression in ways that talking may not
I trained as a person-centred counsellor, which simply means our sessions are all about you. I’d like to welcome you to a confidential and non-judgemental safe space where you can talk freely to explore your inner-self. Together, we can discover any underlying issues behind the difficulties you are experiencing and by overcoming the ghosts of your past, you will be in a better place to move forward with your life.Having counselling enables you to rediscover yourself in a safe place, where you can go at your own pace and allow yourself to release your true emotions that you may have locked away.
For your children, play and art therapies can enable self-expression in ways that talking may not
I trained as a person-centred counsellor, which simply means our sessions are all about you. I’d like to welcome you to a confidential and non-judgemental safe space where you can talk freely to explore your inner-self. Together, we can discover any underlying issues behind the difficulties you are experiencing and by overcoming the ghosts of your past, you will be in a better place to move forward with your life.Having counselling enables you to rediscover yourself in a safe place, where you can go at your own pace and allow yourself to release your true emotions that you may have locked away.
Play Therapy Counsellors
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.