Play Therapy Counselling in Athy
You have looked in the right place, play therapy is the answer for you and your child.
Parents come to me as my gentle and considerate nature helps their children to feel comfortable and settle in to the therapeutic relationship. I support your child in confronting personal challenges. By meeting your child at their level, togther we explore through play & arts. I work at your child’s pace and include you as a vital part to their process.
You have looked in the right place, play therapy is the answer for you and your child.
Parents come to me as my gentle and considerate nature helps their children to feel comfortable and settle in to the therapeutic relationship. I support your child in confronting personal challenges. By meeting your child at their level, togther we explore through play & arts. I work at your child’s pace and include you as a vital part to their process.
I provide humanistic, creative psychotherapy and play therapy tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults.
My name is Patricia Joyce Helowicz, I am an accredited therapist working in Athgarvan Therapy Room - an independent psychotherapy practice that offers developmentally appropriate support to children, teenagers, and parents. I work with anxiety, low mood, behavioural issues, family disruption, bereavement, and neurodiversity. My approach is practical, collaborative, and respectful of each client’s pace and needs. I aim to help young people develop coping skills, strengthen communication, and improve emotional regulation, while supporting parents in their role.
I provide humanistic, creative psychotherapy and play therapy tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults.
My name is Patricia Joyce Helowicz, I am an accredited therapist working in Athgarvan Therapy Room - an independent psychotherapy practice that offers developmentally appropriate support to children, teenagers, and parents. I work with anxiety, low mood, behavioural issues, family disruption, bereavement, and neurodiversity. My approach is practical, collaborative, and respectful of each client’s pace and needs. I aim to help young people develop coping skills, strengthen communication, and improve emotional regulation, while supporting parents in their role.
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I offer in-person appointments in Naas for adults & adolescents (teens 13-18).
There are times in life when the pain feels too much to carry alone. You might be living with the effects of trauma or abuse, feeling disconnected or under threat in your relationships, struggling with anxiety, depression or grief. Perhaps you’re exhausted, burnt out or overwhelmed. You may be facing big existential questions like: Who am I? Why my life so painful? You might even just feel something is off without knowing what. Whatever the colour of your pain, it can shape how you experience yourself and the world right now.
I offer in-person appointments in Naas for adults & adolescents (teens 13-18).
There are times in life when the pain feels too much to carry alone. You might be living with the effects of trauma or abuse, feeling disconnected or under threat in your relationships, struggling with anxiety, depression or grief. Perhaps you’re exhausted, burnt out or overwhelmed. You may be facing big existential questions like: Who am I? Why my life so painful? You might even just feel something is off without knowing what. Whatever the colour of your pain, it can shape how you experience yourself and the world right now.
Alia is a neuro-affirming qualified and accredited psychotherapist with vast experience in working therapeutically with adults, adolescents and children. At the core of Alia’s practice is the belief in the exclusivity and uniqueness of each individual, hence the importance of tailoring each therapeutic intervention to suit the singularity of each client. Alia has a special interest and experience in working with Obesity, Eating Disorders and working with Neurodivergent Autistic clients. As part of her professional career Alia has worked in Pieta House, The National Eating Disorders Recovery Centre, NCFP, and as a School Counsellor.
Alia is a neuro-affirming qualified and accredited psychotherapist with vast experience in working therapeutically with adults, adolescents and children. At the core of Alia’s practice is the belief in the exclusivity and uniqueness of each individual, hence the importance of tailoring each therapeutic intervention to suit the singularity of each client. Alia has a special interest and experience in working with Obesity, Eating Disorders and working with Neurodivergent Autistic clients. As part of her professional career Alia has worked in Pieta House, The National Eating Disorders Recovery Centre, NCFP, and as a School Counsellor.
Trauma Informed and Neuro Affirming Practice! I am a fully accredited adult, adolescent and child psychotherapist. As an integrative therapist, I move between different theoretical approaches including Person Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Gestalt Therapy depending on each client’s individual therapeutic needs. My main therapeutic approach is Humanistic where I apply a Person-Cantered focus with clients by establishing an empathic and non-judgmental relationship in a relaxed, confidential setting with each client.
Trauma Informed and Neuro Affirming Practice! I am a fully accredited adult, adolescent and child psychotherapist. As an integrative therapist, I move between different theoretical approaches including Person Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Gestalt Therapy depending on each client’s individual therapeutic needs. My main therapeutic approach is Humanistic where I apply a Person-Cantered focus with clients by establishing an empathic and non-judgmental relationship in a relaxed, confidential setting with each client.
My name is Michelle, I have an MA in Child, Family and Community Studies, and am an accredited Play Therapist and creative mindfulness practitioner.
I work with children who experience a wide range of issues, including anxiety, autism spectrum, family separation/ divorce, self esteem issues, bereavement/ loss, communication issues, withdrawn, nightmares, bullying, underperformance, delayed development. I offer a safe space for a child, allowing them the freedom to express themselves.
My name is Michelle, I have an MA in Child, Family and Community Studies, and am an accredited Play Therapist and creative mindfulness practitioner.
I work with children who experience a wide range of issues, including anxiety, autism spectrum, family separation/ divorce, self esteem issues, bereavement/ loss, communication issues, withdrawn, nightmares, bullying, underperformance, delayed development. I offer a safe space for a child, allowing them the freedom to express themselves.
My name is Jane Topkin and I am the founder of Healingmatters Counselling & Psychotherapy. The concept of my practice is based on the idea of the relationship with ourselves. We may endure many struggles in life and as humans, we are resilient and creative, however, we can never run away from ourselves. As many of our core issues perpetuate, they will not cease to show up until we face ourselves in the midst of our truth. Our relationships with others are also of crucial importance, being the reason why many people come to therapy in the first place.
My name is Jane Topkin and I am the founder of Healingmatters Counselling & Psychotherapy. The concept of my practice is based on the idea of the relationship with ourselves. We may endure many struggles in life and as humans, we are resilient and creative, however, we can never run away from ourselves. As many of our core issues perpetuate, they will not cease to show up until we face ourselves in the midst of our truth. Our relationships with others are also of crucial importance, being the reason why many people come to therapy in the first place.
Kasha Skoczen works with children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in neurodevelopmental challenges (ASD, ADHD), anxiety, depression, and body image issues. Clients seek her expertise for independent psychological assessments and integrative therapy, which she provides through an evidence-based approach combining CBT, SFBT and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Kasha Skoczen works with children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in neurodevelopmental challenges (ASD, ADHD), anxiety, depression, and body image issues. Clients seek her expertise for independent psychological assessments and integrative therapy, which she provides through an evidence-based approach combining CBT, SFBT and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Are you finding it difficult to cope or having problems in your relationships? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or you find yourself overthinking? Psychotherapy can help you connect with yourself, make sense of your experiences and find solutions. I believe that life is complex and no two people experience it the same way. Therefore therapy is not a 'one size fits all'. I draw on years of experience as a therapist and I integrate approaches so that the therapeutic space is centred on you and your needs.
Are you finding it difficult to cope or having problems in your relationships? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or you find yourself overthinking? Psychotherapy can help you connect with yourself, make sense of your experiences and find solutions. I believe that life is complex and no two people experience it the same way. Therefore therapy is not a 'one size fits all'. I draw on years of experience as a therapist and I integrate approaches so that the therapeutic space is centred on you and your needs.
Hi, my name is Teodora! Ever since a young age, I was very passionate about understanding human behaviour. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, maintaining relationships, or if you just feel the need to open up, I am here for you.
My practical and theoretical education consists of various psychological and psychotherapeutic schools, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and humanistic, and therefore, my approach will be based on your needs and preferences.
Hi, my name is Teodora! Ever since a young age, I was very passionate about understanding human behaviour. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, maintaining relationships, or if you just feel the need to open up, I am here for you.
My practical and theoretical education consists of various psychological and psychotherapeutic schools, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and humanistic, and therefore, my approach will be based on your needs and preferences.
I help:
Families Impacted by a Loved One’s Addiction:
Relationship Difficulties:
Counselling for Children Through Therapeutic Play:
Disordered Eating and Body Image:
Persistent Shame or Self-Blame:
Building Healthy Boundaries:
If you carrying more than you can hold; past experiences, stress, compulsions, or the impact of a loved one’s addiction, you do not have to face it alone.
My work focuses on supporting families and individuals who are dealing with trauma, addiction, and eating disorders – or are supporting someone who is dealing with these heavy issues. I also work with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, major life changes, relationship difficulties, grief, people-pleasing patterns, and the effects of childhood trauma.
I offer a safe, structured space to begin healing and growing through these complex issues.
I help:
Families Impacted by a Loved One’s Addiction:
Relationship Difficulties:
Counselling for Children Through Therapeutic Play:
Disordered Eating and Body Image:
Persistent Shame or Self-Blame:
Building Healthy Boundaries:
If you carrying more than you can hold; past experiences, stress, compulsions, or the impact of a loved one’s addiction, you do not have to face it alone.
My work focuses on supporting families and individuals who are dealing with trauma, addiction, and eating disorders – or are supporting someone who is dealing with these heavy issues. I also work with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, major life changes, relationship difficulties, grief, people-pleasing patterns, and the effects of childhood trauma.
I offer a safe, structured space to begin healing and growing through these complex issues.
I have been working in different clinical settings and with clients from multiple age groups. My experience is with adults, adolescents and children and a wide range of difficulties and diagnoses, from depression to grief, anxiety, self-harming and suicide ideation.
I have been working in different clinical settings and with clients from multiple age groups. My experience is with adults, adolescents and children and a wide range of difficulties and diagnoses, from depression to grief, anxiety, self-harming and suicide ideation.
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I have completed many separate courses, and also completed a Cert in Play Therapy and I begin my Master in Child and Adolescents Counselling
Hi, I'm Aimee. I'm a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist and an accredited member of IACP. I am a therapist who offers honesty, empathy, acceptance, congruence, and many more. Having experienced a wide range of issues such as anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, bereavement, depression, relationships, stress, suicide intervention, sexual issues, sexual assaults, and more. I offer a therapeutic counseling approach tailored to the individual needs of the client.
I have completed many separate courses, and also completed a Cert in Play Therapy and I begin my Master in Child and Adolescents Counselling
Hi, I'm Aimee. I'm a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist and an accredited member of IACP. I am a therapist who offers honesty, empathy, acceptance, congruence, and many more. Having experienced a wide range of issues such as anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, bereavement, depression, relationships, stress, suicide intervention, sexual issues, sexual assaults, and more. I offer a therapeutic counseling approach tailored to the individual needs of the client.
I have experience of working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, loneliness, relationship difficulties, bullying and bereavement. I have particular interest in and understanding of individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties.
I have experience of working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, loneliness, relationship difficulties, bullying and bereavement. I have particular interest in and understanding of individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties.
When working with children and adolescents, I employ engaging creative arts therapies, including play therapy, art therapy, sand therapy, and games.
I provide support for a wide range of challenges that arise throughout life, such as grief, trauma, depression, relationship issues, and anxiety. Whether you're seeking short-term counselling or long-term psychotherapy, I am committed to helping you explore your inner strength and discover effective ways to manage personal problems. I am dedicated to guiding you on your journey toward self-discovery and self-healing.
When working with children and adolescents, I employ engaging creative arts therapies, including play therapy, art therapy, sand therapy, and games.
I provide support for a wide range of challenges that arise throughout life, such as grief, trauma, depression, relationship issues, and anxiety. Whether you're seeking short-term counselling or long-term psychotherapy, I am committed to helping you explore your inner strength and discover effective ways to manage personal problems. I am dedicated to guiding you on your journey toward self-discovery and self-healing.
As a dedicated and empathetic psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. With years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
As a dedicated and empathetic psychotherapist, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve emotional well-being. With years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, addressing a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships. I offer In-person and online appointments..
My approach to treatment is guided by the person who walks through the door. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all form of therapy and the treatment will be tailored to each client's needs. I use an integrative approach that involves humanistic, art therapy, psychodynamic, sabd tray, cbt, gestalt and inner child work to name a few.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships. I offer In-person and online appointments..
My approach to treatment is guided by the person who walks through the door. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all form of therapy and the treatment will be tailored to each client's needs. I use an integrative approach that involves humanistic, art therapy, psychodynamic, sabd tray, cbt, gestalt and inner child work to name a few.
I am a psychotherapist and Counsellor specialised in CBT, DBT, with experience in ANXIETY and mental health issues. I ensure a professional practice.
I have experience working with adults, teenagers, couples & family system. I have experience with neurodivergent individuals, improving the symptoms of ADHD.
I am a psychotherapist and Counsellor specialised in CBT, DBT, with experience in ANXIETY and mental health issues. I ensure a professional practice.
I have experience working with adults, teenagers, couples & family system. I have experience with neurodivergent individuals, improving the symptoms of ADHD.
I also provide therapy support through creative play to children from the age of 4 years to support with various different social,
emotional and behavioural challenges which includes various types of creative style of child appropriate therapy.
I specialise in supporting individuals and their families in the neurodiverse population specifically.
I also provide therapy support through creative play to children from the age of 4 years to support with various different social,
emotional and behavioural challenges which includes various types of creative style of child appropriate therapy.
I specialise in supporting individuals and their families in the neurodiverse population specifically.
Play Therapy: play therapy including parents.
Mihaela Poliana Aniculaesei (MIACP) completed a Masters Psychotherapy for for Couples, Families and Children in 2011, full qualification in Gestalt Therapy in 2013 and a Diploma in Trauma Therapy in 2019. She also has full qualifications in EFT, WRAP and Capacitar, which provide crucial tools in working work with PTSD/trauma. She incorporates her Family Constellation training, mindfulness and dream work from a Gestalt Therapy approach into her work. Where appropriate she also incorporates motivational interviewing and solution focused therapy. She is a fully accredited member of IACP.
Play Therapy: play therapy including parents.
Mihaela Poliana Aniculaesei (MIACP) completed a Masters Psychotherapy for for Couples, Families and Children in 2011, full qualification in Gestalt Therapy in 2013 and a Diploma in Trauma Therapy in 2019. She also has full qualifications in EFT, WRAP and Capacitar, which provide crucial tools in working work with PTSD/trauma. She incorporates her Family Constellation training, mindfulness and dream work from a Gestalt Therapy approach into her work. Where appropriate she also incorporates motivational interviewing and solution focused therapy. She is a fully accredited member of IACP.
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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.