Play Therapy Counselling in Glasgow
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are designed specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are:
• Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples
• Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical)
• Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing
• Expert witness reports for court, tribunals and compensation.
• Mental health first aid training
The Psychology Rooms is large mental health clinic with expertise in CAMHS, adult mental health and physical health (pain and medical conditions). Our clinic is friendly and our clinic rooms are designed specifically for adults, teens or children. We are open from 9am to 8pm to suit school and work hours. We offer are:
• Evidence based psychological therapies for all ages, families and couples
• Psychological assessment for surgery (cosmetic and medical)
• Psychological preparation for coping with surgery or genetic testing
• Expert witness reports for court, tribunals and compensation.
• Mental health first aid training
Amanda is an accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. She provides counselling to children, adolescents & adults. Amanda uses an integrative approach, therefore she integrates a number of different models to her work including person-centred, cognitive behavioural, psychodynamic, gestalt & transactional analysis.
Amanda is an accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. She provides counselling to children, adolescents & adults. Amanda uses an integrative approach, therefore she integrates a number of different models to her work including person-centred, cognitive behavioural, psychodynamic, gestalt & transactional analysis.
Hello and thank you for looking into my profile. It can be challenging finding the right therapist amidst a sea of warm faces and shiny profiles full of experience. However, I firmly believe that like any relationship, the therapeutic one needs to feel like a 'good fit' too. This outlook forms the ethos of my therapy practice as a counselling psychologist where I work in collaboration with a client to bring change through the healing properties of a relationship. At present, I am supporting clients to understand patterns of behaviours from early life that might be impacting adversely on contentment and relationships.
Hello and thank you for looking into my profile. It can be challenging finding the right therapist amidst a sea of warm faces and shiny profiles full of experience. However, I firmly believe that like any relationship, the therapeutic one needs to feel like a 'good fit' too. This outlook forms the ethos of my therapy practice as a counselling psychologist where I work in collaboration with a client to bring change through the healing properties of a relationship. At present, I am supporting clients to understand patterns of behaviours from early life that might be impacting adversely on contentment and relationships.
Are you autistic, have ADHD or are multiple neurodivergent and looking for support? As a Health Psychologist, I work holistically to consider your mental and physical health. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients with life coaching (ADHD, sensory challenges and advocacy), self-esteem and diagnosing ADHD and Autism. I currently provide gold standard and thorough ADHD and autism assessments for adolescents (16+) and adults. Please contact the admin email on my website for this.
Are you autistic, have ADHD or are multiple neurodivergent and looking for support? As a Health Psychologist, I work holistically to consider your mental and physical health. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients with life coaching (ADHD, sensory challenges and advocacy), self-esteem and diagnosing ADHD and Autism. I currently provide gold standard and thorough ADHD and autism assessments for adolescents (16+) and adults. Please contact the admin email on my website for this.
I always intend to create a space for my clients where they have freedom to play, feel and express themselves.
As a dramatherapist, I believe in the transformative power of storytelling, role- play, and embodied expression. We might use art, theatre, movement, music, sound, roleplay or story to help us explore different parts of your life. I will be alongside you throughout, supporting you on whatever journey feels right for you.
I always intend to create a space for my clients where they have freedom to play, feel and express themselves.
As a dramatherapist, I believe in the transformative power of storytelling, role- play, and embodied expression. We might use art, theatre, movement, music, sound, roleplay or story to help us explore different parts of your life. I will be alongside you throughout, supporting you on whatever journey feels right for you.
Are you looking for an adult ADHD assessment or Autism assessment in Glasgow or the UK? We are a team of HCPC registered and BPS Chartered Practitioner Psychologists experienced in neurodivergence. We have expertise in providing recommendations for the workplace, and in educational contexts. We provide ADHD assessments for young people and adults (16 years old+), and provide therapy and coaching for adults. We also will be providing Autism assessments in 2025. Our team have years of personal and professional experience in neurodiversity, therefore we are incredibly passionate about providing neuroaffirmative support.
Are you looking for an adult ADHD assessment or Autism assessment in Glasgow or the UK? We are a team of HCPC registered and BPS Chartered Practitioner Psychologists experienced in neurodivergence. We have expertise in providing recommendations for the workplace, and in educational contexts. We provide ADHD assessments for young people and adults (16 years old+), and provide therapy and coaching for adults. We also will be providing Autism assessments in 2025. Our team have years of personal and professional experience in neurodiversity, therefore we are incredibly passionate about providing neuroaffirmative support.
Hello. I am Ruth, a counsellor fully qualified in cognitive behavioural therapy and a member of the COSCA, which provides counselling and psychotherapy in Scotland. I have worked with Cruse since 2021 and specialise in bereavement. I also have experience with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am available for online and face-to-face counselling and am flexible with appointments. In an ever-changing world, it is essential that we look after our well-being, and it can be challenging to take that first step, but we all need to at times. I work with my clients and tailor treatment to their needs to achieve their goals.
Hello. I am Ruth, a counsellor fully qualified in cognitive behavioural therapy and a member of the COSCA, which provides counselling and psychotherapy in Scotland. I have worked with Cruse since 2021 and specialise in bereavement. I also have experience with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am available for online and face-to-face counselling and am flexible with appointments. In an ever-changing world, it is essential that we look after our well-being, and it can be challenging to take that first step, but we all need to at times. I work with my clients and tailor treatment to their needs to achieve their goals.
Sometimes life throws us a curved ball and we can face difficult and challenging situations which at first may seem daunting even overwhelming. I genuinely believe however that we all have the capacity to face these situations and with the right kind of help can eventually come to terms with them. If you are reading this then I'm guessing you are probably looking to change or resolve a situation in your life that's troubling you.I believe that the first step to making a change is to acknowledge that you are ready to seek help, if this describes how you're feeling then please read on.
Sometimes life throws us a curved ball and we can face difficult and challenging situations which at first may seem daunting even overwhelming. I genuinely believe however that we all have the capacity to face these situations and with the right kind of help can eventually come to terms with them. If you are reading this then I'm guessing you are probably looking to change or resolve a situation in your life that's troubling you.I believe that the first step to making a change is to acknowledge that you are ready to seek help, if this describes how you're feeling then please read on.
Within a safe space and relationship, children can use drama, play and creative materials to express their feelings, tell their stories and process difficult experiences.
Hello and thankyou for looking into my profile. I qualified as a Dramatherapist in 2001 and I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I have over 25 years experience of working alongside children and their families in a wide variety of settings. For the past 10 years I have managed a counselling and therapy service based in primary schools for a national charity as well as working in private practice. I offer children and young people a safe, accepting and non-judgemental space in which they can choose to communicate verbally or non-verbally.
Within a safe space and relationship, children can use drama, play and creative materials to express their feelings, tell their stories and process difficult experiences.
Hello and thankyou for looking into my profile. I qualified as a Dramatherapist in 2001 and I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I have over 25 years experience of working alongside children and their families in a wide variety of settings. For the past 10 years I have managed a counselling and therapy service based in primary schools for a national charity as well as working in private practice. I offer children and young people a safe, accepting and non-judgemental space in which they can choose to communicate verbally or non-verbally.
I have always viewed therapy as a safe place to go to whatever the issues you have and find the answers to your issues.
I have always viewed therapy as a safe place to go to whatever the issues you have and find the answers to your issues.
Dr Craig Dunn & Associates Psychology Services
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Glasgow G3
We are a dedicated team of psychologists and psychotherapists committed to providing high-quality, compassionate, and accessible mental health support. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.
We offer a range of psychotherapy services for adults, children, young people, and parents across Greater Glasgow. We understand that seeking support can feel overwhelming, and it’s not always easy to know what kind of help you need. Sometimes, a warm conversation or a reassuring presence is all it takes to feel confident in your choice of therapist.
We are a dedicated team of psychologists and psychotherapists committed to providing high-quality, compassionate, and accessible mental health support. Our goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.
We offer a range of psychotherapy services for adults, children, young people, and parents across Greater Glasgow. We understand that seeking support can feel overwhelming, and it’s not always easy to know what kind of help you need. Sometimes, a warm conversation or a reassuring presence is all it takes to feel confident in your choice of therapist.
Sometimes we experience changes or traumas that leave us struggling with the pressures of life, relationships, work, or studies. This can affect our self-esteem, our sense of identity, and our ability to cope. This can become overwhelming and may lead us to unhelpful or harmful thoughts and behaviours. With help, we can overcome our difficulties and learn to manage our emotions more effectively. With compassion, empathy, respect, and a safe space, we feel heard, considered, and valued. By understanding our thoughts and behaviours we can feel empowered to make positive changes that can lead us to fuller and more enjoyable lives.
Sometimes we experience changes or traumas that leave us struggling with the pressures of life, relationships, work, or studies. This can affect our self-esteem, our sense of identity, and our ability to cope. This can become overwhelming and may lead us to unhelpful or harmful thoughts and behaviours. With help, we can overcome our difficulties and learn to manage our emotions more effectively. With compassion, empathy, respect, and a safe space, we feel heard, considered, and valued. By understanding our thoughts and behaviours we can feel empowered to make positive changes that can lead us to fuller and more enjoyable lives.
Firstly, I would like to say well done for taking the first step in looking for support. There are very few places/people in life who can offer a safe and confidential space for you talk openly about your difficulties. My name is Catherine and I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and I can offer you this space. Every counselling session will be met with empathy, compassion and understanding. I know life's not easy, so together, lets start the journey towards a happier and healthier you!
Firstly, I would like to say well done for taking the first step in looking for support. There are very few places/people in life who can offer a safe and confidential space for you talk openly about your difficulties. My name is Catherine and I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and I can offer you this space. Every counselling session will be met with empathy, compassion and understanding. I know life's not easy, so together, lets start the journey towards a happier and healthier you!
Also offering support to children from 4+ using play therapy allows children to express and explore feelings through play rather than words.
Hello and thank you for looking at my profile. I am a Person-Centred counsellor that has many years experience with both Children and Adults. I work with a wide range of issues from attachment, Bereavement, Stress, identity, relationships, issues arising in Parenting/caring Ect. Life can give us challenges that we may struggle to face alone but hopefully having a supportive counsellor could help us navigate through these times. Time to reflect and process in a safe, non judgmental place.
Also offering support to children from 4+ using play therapy allows children to express and explore feelings through play rather than words.
Hello and thank you for looking at my profile. I am a Person-Centred counsellor that has many years experience with both Children and Adults. I work with a wide range of issues from attachment, Bereavement, Stress, identity, relationships, issues arising in Parenting/caring Ect. Life can give us challenges that we may struggle to face alone but hopefully having a supportive counsellor could help us navigate through these times. Time to reflect and process in a safe, non judgmental place.
When working with children and young people it can be more effective to use play or art based activities to allow children to express emotion and explore challenges.
I am an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Counsellor qualified to work with adults, young people and children. The heart of my approach is to form positive relationships with my clients, based on trust and understanding. I work face to face in comfortable rooms and work collaboratively with clients, adapting my approach depending on individual needs. I have worked as a school counsellor in both primary and secondary settings and can work creatively with children. I am experienced in working with anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, emotional outbursts, anger and neurodiversity.
When working with children and young people it can be more effective to use play or art based activities to allow children to express emotion and explore challenges.
I am an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Counsellor qualified to work with adults, young people and children. The heart of my approach is to form positive relationships with my clients, based on trust and understanding. I work face to face in comfortable rooms and work collaboratively with clients, adapting my approach depending on individual needs. I have worked as a school counsellor in both primary and secondary settings and can work creatively with children. I am experienced in working with anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, emotional outbursts, anger and neurodiversity.
Having supported children, young people and families for around 20 years, I have worked with clients with a range of issues including: bereavement, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, family, divorce, addiction, obesity, confidence etc. I enjoy working in partnership with clients to set goals for therapy or to provide a safe space to talk things through, whichever they would prefer. Client feedback has included that I am an honest and genuine person. I really do care about my clients and enjoy providing for them a safe and welcome space to explore their issues. I work in a person centred way.
Having supported children, young people and families for around 20 years, I have worked with clients with a range of issues including: bereavement, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, family, divorce, addiction, obesity, confidence etc. I enjoy working in partnership with clients to set goals for therapy or to provide a safe space to talk things through, whichever they would prefer. Client feedback has included that I am an honest and genuine person. I really do care about my clients and enjoy providing for them a safe and welcome space to explore their issues. I work in a person centred way.
GMBPSS, MBACP (Accredited), MCOSCA (Accredited), MSSSC. I use the latest evidence-informed therapies. Accredited Psychotherapist. Masters degree Glasgow University 2001 and Masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy fully accredited and registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of MBACP Accred. MCOSCA and MSSSC. Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
GMBPSS, MBACP (Accredited), MCOSCA (Accredited), MSSSC. I use the latest evidence-informed therapies. Accredited Psychotherapist. Masters degree Glasgow University 2001 and Masters degree in counselling and psychotherapy fully accredited and registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of MBACP Accred. MCOSCA and MSSSC. Adhere to policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
Life feels hectic and busy most of the time. I'm sure at some point in the past we have all wished for a quiet moment to reboot our busy lives. So why is it so hard to make that happen? There are so many pressures we put on ourselves and the way we go about life..... if you need a neutral,supporting person to talk these feelings through with, or even some support in seeing things in a different way... I'm here! Friendly, enthusiastic and very supportive. No ones circumstances are the same and no one answer is right. We could find a new way of coping together to help you find the way to adjust to life today and going forward.
Life feels hectic and busy most of the time. I'm sure at some point in the past we have all wished for a quiet moment to reboot our busy lives. So why is it so hard to make that happen? There are so many pressures we put on ourselves and the way we go about life..... if you need a neutral,supporting person to talk these feelings through with, or even some support in seeing things in a different way... I'm here! Friendly, enthusiastic and very supportive. No ones circumstances are the same and no one answer is right. We could find a new way of coping together to help you find the way to adjust to life today and going forward.
As a senior accredited CBT Therapist, I have experience in the treatment of a wide range of conditions. Some of my recent work includes OCD, POCD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Phobias, Trauma, Stress, Confidence, Sex Addiction, Teenage Troubles and Emotional Deregulation. I work with children, teenagers and adults, and am happy to explore anything specific that you'd like to discuss.
As a senior accredited CBT Therapist, I have experience in the treatment of a wide range of conditions. Some of my recent work includes OCD, POCD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Phobias, Trauma, Stress, Confidence, Sex Addiction, Teenage Troubles and Emotional Deregulation. I work with children, teenagers and adults, and am happy to explore anything specific that you'd like to discuss.
My work gently combines child-led, play-based sessions with supportive work for main caregivers.
You may be a parent or caregiver feeling worried, overwhelmed or stuck, noticing your child struggling with big emotions, anxiety, behavioural changes or difficulties at home or school. You want to understand what sits beneath the behaviour, not just manage symptoms. You’re looking for thoughtful, emotionally attuned support that takes your child’s early experiences, relationships and inner world seriously, while helping you feel more confident, less blamed, and better able to support your child’s emotional needs.
My work gently combines child-led, play-based sessions with supportive work for main caregivers.
You may be a parent or caregiver feeling worried, overwhelmed or stuck, noticing your child struggling with big emotions, anxiety, behavioural changes or difficulties at home or school. You want to understand what sits beneath the behaviour, not just manage symptoms. You’re looking for thoughtful, emotionally attuned support that takes your child’s early experiences, relationships and inner world seriously, while helping you feel more confident, less blamed, and better able to support your child’s emotional needs.
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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.