
Michelle Brien
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Suite 12, Broomhall Business Park, Rathnew, County Wicklow A67
Let's Connect (01) 568 2872 x51

My name is Michelle, I have an MA in Child, Family and Community Studies, and am an accredited Play Therapist. I work holistically with children who experience emotional and / or behavioural problems. Play therapy offers an opportunity to allow a child to play out their feelings. Children are much more comfortable playing out a problem rather than talking about it, Play is the most natural form of communication for a child, therefore is often used in place of talking therapy for children.
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anxiety, autism spectrum, family separation/ divorce, self esteem issues, bereavement/ loss, communication issues, withdrawn, nightmares, bullying, underperformance, delayed development.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.
If you feel that your child could benefit from some additional supports please do get in touch with me.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Michelle Brien now - (01) 568 2872 x51
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Degree/Diploma from NUIG Michelle Brien
- In Practice for 6 years
- Degree/Diploma from NUIG Play Therapy / 2019
- Certificate from NUIG Therapeutic Play Skills Practitioner / 2018
- Degree/Diploma from DIT in Child, Family and Community Studies (MA) Child, Family and Community Studies / 2014
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Anxiety
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Behavioural Issues
- Bereavement
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Stress
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Expressive Arts
- Person-Centred
- Play Therapy
- Sandplay
Location
Primary Location
Play Therapy Wicklow
Suite 12
Broomhall Business Park
Rathnew, County Wicklow A67
(01) 568 2872 x51Email me
Additional Location
Woodlands Play Therapy
Downings North
Prosperous, County Kildare W91
(01) 568 2872 x51