About Emily
Emily is a qualified Play Therapist working in Suffolk and East Essex. Emily has been working with children since 2015, after achieving a BSc Psychology Degree (First with Honours). She began her career as a Pastoral Support Worker in a local primary school, supporting the emotional needs and wellbeing of students. In 2016, Emily began her journey into Play Therapy by studying a PTUK accredited Post Graduate Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills, before travelling to France to study a Post Graduate Diploma in Play Therapy.
Emily is a member of PTUK, has an up-to-date DBS certificate and Professional Indemnity Insurance. She also regularly attends supervision sessions. Emily is also registered with the Professional Standards Authority.
Qualifications & Training
BSc Psychology (First with Honours)
PG Certificate Therapeutic Play Skills (Distinction)
PG Diploma Play Therapy
Level 2 CACHE Understanding Autism
Level 2 CACHE Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
Advanced Drawing and Talking Therapy
Mental Health First Aid
Emily is extremely passionate about the emotional wellbeing of others and enjoys researching new ways to support children through trauma, life changes or day-to-day struggles. Her essay on the benefits of sensory play in Play Therapy was chosen to be published in "Play For Life", a journal produced by PTUK for all members and trainees.
Emily is a patient, accepting and non-judgemental person who works within PTUK's ethical framework and follows Axline's principles.
Emily values the importance of a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship, which is why she offers a free initial meeting with parents to allow them to decide whether she is the right therapist for their child.
Cost of Therapy
30 minute initial parent phonecall: Free
Pre-therapy parent consultation: £50
Session fees: £50
Review meeting and final meeting: £50 each
End report: £50
Discounts available, please enquire to find out more.
Location
Emily is based in Woodbridge, Suffolk, and has finished creating her bespoke Play room. Please see Emily's Play Room page for more information.
As well as private appointments, Emily also travels to primary schools across East Anglia. If you would like Emily to work with your child via school, please ask your school's SENCO to contact directly.
Feedback from parents:
I like to say Emily is a great lady she has helped and given my child so much support. My child has improved so much with her help.