Play Therapy Counselling in Witney

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The Childrens Consultancy
Psychotherapist, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Witney OX29
The Practice is run by Kim S Lee Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist. Kim has worked with Children and Young people since 1978 and has been in clinical practice for nearly 40 years. He has worked as a consultant and trainer for many child care organizations, and also acts as an expert witness in family law matters. The service is for children and young people suffering with a wide range of psychological and mental health difficulties.
The Practice is run by Kim S Lee Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist. Kim has worked with Children and Young people since 1978 and has been in clinical practice for nearly 40 years. He has worked as a consultant and trainer for many child care organizations, and also acts as an expert witness in family law matters. The service is for children and young people suffering with a wide range of psychological and mental health difficulties.
01993 402090 View 01993 402090
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Your Ultimate You therapies with Jessica Barratt
MA
Verified Verified
Witney OX28
I work with ages spanning from the tender age of 3 to adulthood. I work within trauma and attachment-related challenges, seeking solace and healing. Rooted in past experiences, and how the issues manifest in strained relationships, emotional dysregulation, and a pervasive sense of disconnection. Individuals needs transcend age barriers, encompassing a safe space for expression, empathetic understanding, and tools for coping and resilience. Through therapy, individuals will aspire to reclaim a sense of security, rebuild trust in relationships, and cultivate a healthy sense of self-worth.
I work with ages spanning from the tender age of 3 to adulthood. I work within trauma and attachment-related challenges, seeking solace and healing. Rooted in past experiences, and how the issues manifest in strained relationships, emotional dysregulation, and a pervasive sense of disconnection. Individuals needs transcend age barriers, encompassing a safe space for expression, empathetic understanding, and tools for coping and resilience. Through therapy, individuals will aspire to reclaim a sense of security, rebuild trust in relationships, and cultivate a healthy sense of self-worth.
01865 638474 View 01865 638474
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Jenny Pillar
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Witney OX28
Hello, I'm Jenny and I have over 12 years’ experience supporting clients through life's challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family problems, early years trauma, exploring your identity or a whole host of other issues and I am here to listen and support you with an open mind. Through counselling you will have space to process your feelings, find restoration and healing, and be empowered to be resilient. I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds with all kinds of different experiences.
Hello, I'm Jenny and I have over 12 years’ experience supporting clients through life's challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family problems, early years trauma, exploring your identity or a whole host of other issues and I am here to listen and support you with an open mind. Through counselling you will have space to process your feelings, find restoration and healing, and be empowered to be resilient. I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds with all kinds of different experiences.
020 3960 5173 View 020 3960 5173
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Dr Oliver Klott
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACP
Verified Verified
Witney OX28
I am a Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and Autogenic Therapist and offer Individual Psychotherapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Infant Parent Psychotherapy and Autogenic Training (meditative self-help technique for children and adults). The approach of Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists seeks to look beneath the surface of difficult emotions, behaviours and relationships to help young people and their families to understand themselves and their problems. In addition to my private practice, I work for Oxford CAMHS and teach at the Tavistock Clinic in London.
I am a Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and Autogenic Therapist and offer Individual Psychotherapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Infant Parent Psychotherapy and Autogenic Training (meditative self-help technique for children and adults). The approach of Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists seeks to look beneath the surface of difficult emotions, behaviours and relationships to help young people and their families to understand themselves and their problems. In addition to my private practice, I work for Oxford CAMHS and teach at the Tavistock Clinic in London.
020 3984 9142 View 020 3984 9142

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Natilie Cocker
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX7
I use traditional methods of therapy such as counselling and play therapy as well cutting edge research based sound healing called the Safe and Sound Protocol alongside Energy Alignment which has proved invaluable in my own personal development.
My passion is to help children of all ages who may feel anxious; emotionally dysregulated; and mentally and physically exhausted feel at ease again in their bodies, their mind, their surroundings and their relationships. Alongside this, I support worried parents by empowering them to change the dynamics of their family in order to redress the balance and bring about harmony once again. It is crucial as a practitioner to view your family construct individually, to form a relationship with your family members and to create a bespoke package of treatment that you all feel comfortable with.
I use traditional methods of therapy such as counselling and play therapy as well cutting edge research based sound healing called the Safe and Sound Protocol alongside Energy Alignment which has proved invaluable in my own personal development.
My passion is to help children of all ages who may feel anxious; emotionally dysregulated; and mentally and physically exhausted feel at ease again in their bodies, their mind, their surroundings and their relationships. Alongside this, I support worried parents by empowering them to change the dynamics of their family in order to redress the balance and bring about harmony once again. It is crucial as a practitioner to view your family construct individually, to form a relationship with your family members and to create a bespoke package of treatment that you all feel comfortable with.
01865 638552 View 01865 638552
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Emanuela Vita
Counsellor, PTUK
Verified Verified
Abingdon OX13
Play is the child’s nature medium of self-expression – It is essential for development. In the play therapy sessions, the child has opportunity to ‘play out’ their feelings and problems. The intervention has a significant impact on how children view themselves and their future success as students, members of the community, family members, and human beings. Children sometimes experience difficulties and present challenging behaviours. I may contribute to their soul’s playfulness and lightness through the play. Therapeutic intervention plan using non-directive and Integrative Holistic Play Therapy.
Play is the child’s nature medium of self-expression – It is essential for development. In the play therapy sessions, the child has opportunity to ‘play out’ their feelings and problems. The intervention has a significant impact on how children view themselves and their future success as students, members of the community, family members, and human beings. Children sometimes experience difficulties and present challenging behaviours. I may contribute to their soul’s playfulness and lightness through the play. Therapeutic intervention plan using non-directive and Integrative Holistic Play Therapy.
020 8059 2266 View 020 8059 2266
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Charlie Henry
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2  (Online Only)
I am an experienced Accredited BACP Therapist. Since qualifying in 2014 I’ve led a school counselling service for 9 years alongside a small private practice working with adults and young people. I’ve worked therapeutically with the arts since 2010. I work with anyone 16+ who is looking to make a shift and to connect more deeply to yourself, your purpose, the people and the planet surrounding you. Life can be desperately hard. It can throw curve balls and cliff edges. We may feel like we can’t get any lower. Often after these lows huge life-changes can occur. With courage and honesty this is the point where growth and healing come
I am an experienced Accredited BACP Therapist. Since qualifying in 2014 I’ve led a school counselling service for 9 years alongside a small private practice working with adults and young people. I’ve worked therapeutically with the arts since 2010. I work with anyone 16+ who is looking to make a shift and to connect more deeply to yourself, your purpose, the people and the planet surrounding you. Life can be desperately hard. It can throw curve balls and cliff edges. We may feel like we can’t get any lower. Often after these lows huge life-changes can occur. With courage and honesty this is the point where growth and healing come
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Georgie Hedges
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Abingdon OX13
I'm friendly, flexible and non judgemental, offering understanding and empathy and I specialise working with young people and adults. My approach is unique to each client, factoring developmental and chronological ages. I work interactively, person-centred, yet directively and creatively- integrating arts/games therapies with CBT. I find individual ways to connect to every client and find humour, where appropriate, can go a long way to heal. I work to help young people understand their behaviours and motivations and challenge perspectives, whilst being very much on their level. EFT and Hypnotherapy qualified practitioner.
I'm friendly, flexible and non judgemental, offering understanding and empathy and I specialise working with young people and adults. My approach is unique to each client, factoring developmental and chronological ages. I work interactively, person-centred, yet directively and creatively- integrating arts/games therapies with CBT. I find individual ways to connect to every client and find humour, where appropriate, can go a long way to heal. I work to help young people understand their behaviours and motivations and challenge perspectives, whilst being very much on their level. EFT and Hypnotherapy qualified practitioner.
01235 639263 View 01235 639263
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Heather Shipley
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
I am a highly qualified Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor who is passionate about supporting my clients. My aim is to create a trusting, safe and comfortable space for you to be able to express your concerns. By combining my variety of skills and experience, I am able to tailor my therapy to suit your needs. I have experience with children and adolescents (Cover Teacher and Nurture Lead) charities, social services and other agencies), as well as extensive work with adults (including menopause) and couples in my private practice and working with an employee assistance programme.
I am a highly qualified Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor who is passionate about supporting my clients. My aim is to create a trusting, safe and comfortable space for you to be able to express your concerns. By combining my variety of skills and experience, I am able to tailor my therapy to suit your needs. I have experience with children and adolescents (Cover Teacher and Nurture Lead) charities, social services and other agencies), as well as extensive work with adults (including menopause) and couples in my private practice and working with an employee assistance programme.
01789 331153 View 01789 331153
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Dolly (Wendy) McLaughlin
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
Adults, Children, couples and families. Suffering anxiety, depression, effects of trauma or just want to review some difficult years?
Adults, Children, couples and families. Suffering anxiety, depression, effects of trauma or just want to review some difficult years?
01865 671997 View 01865 671997
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Stephanie Gittos Lacape
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX4
Waitlist for new clients
I am an experienced Counsellor working with young adults, teenagers, children and parents. I offer psychotherapy and counselling, short and long term, face-to-face and online. I aim to empower my clients, helping them process their difficulties in a safe and trusting environment.
I am an experienced Counsellor working with young adults, teenagers, children and parents. I offer psychotherapy and counselling, short and long term, face-to-face and online. I aim to empower my clients, helping them process their difficulties in a safe and trusting environment.
01865 638220 View 01865 638220
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Dr Olivia Quetier
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
I am a French psychologist and perform psychotherapy in French in Oxford.It is possible to meet a few times to provide supportive therapy. It is possible to perform psychotherapy. It will allow you to overcome certain difficulties, certain repetitions that punctuate your life, certain symptoms. It is possible to engage in psychoanalysis. Work will be done around the issues unconscious of the difficulties encountered.
I am a French psychologist and perform psychotherapy in French in Oxford.It is possible to meet a few times to provide supportive therapy. It is possible to perform psychotherapy. It will allow you to overcome certain difficulties, certain repetitions that punctuate your life, certain symptoms. It is possible to engage in psychoanalysis. Work will be done around the issues unconscious of the difficulties encountered.
01865 638614 View 01865 638614
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Home Counties Therapy
MSc
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
We specialise in working with people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, Addiction and Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Pathological Demand Avoidance. Our highly skilled team will work with you to find the solutions that you are looking for.
We specialise in working with people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, Addiction and Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Pathological Demand Avoidance. Our highly skilled team will work with you to find the solutions that you are looking for.
01296 827049 View 01296 827049

Online Therapists

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Emma Radford
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN4
Using a blend of creative methods such as art and drama, as well as traditional talking therapies and play, I specialise in working with children and young people as well as adults who may feel anxious about attending therapy.
I am an experienced mental health therapist, specialising in inclusive, affordable and accessible therapy. I graduated with an MA in Dramatherapy in 2016 and since then have broadened my clinical experience and understanding to work in schools, charities and frontline NHS mental health services.
Using a blend of creative methods such as art and drama, as well as traditional talking therapies and play, I specialise in working with children and young people as well as adults who may feel anxious about attending therapy.
I am an experienced mental health therapist, specialising in inclusive, affordable and accessible therapy. I graduated with an MA in Dramatherapy in 2016 and since then have broadened my clinical experience and understanding to work in schools, charities and frontline NHS mental health services.
01892 352712 View 01892 352712
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Sharon Anderson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SE13  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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Tijen O'Neill Play Therapy
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Banstead SM7
I am a child-centered play therapist and provide a safe and accepting environment for children to express themselves and make sense of difficult life experiences through the metaphors of play. My background is in education, and I have over 15 years of experience supporting children and their families in schools. Play therapy is a proven powerful approach in supporting a child’s emotional health, and there are strong links between emotional wellbeing and academic attainment. Play therapy is an effective intervention for children with a variety of difficulties, promoting increased self-esteem, emotional regulation and resilience.
I am a child-centered play therapist and provide a safe and accepting environment for children to express themselves and make sense of difficult life experiences through the metaphors of play. My background is in education, and I have over 15 years of experience supporting children and their families in schools. Play therapy is a proven powerful approach in supporting a child’s emotional health, and there are strong links between emotional wellbeing and academic attainment. Play therapy is an effective intervention for children with a variety of difficulties, promoting increased self-esteem, emotional regulation and resilience.
01737 301490 View 01737 301490
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Your Space Foundation
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK7
Therapy should be tailored to individual needs and preferences, to achieve this our therapists can combine play, creative, and talking therapies, such as person centred, systemic and CBT, to make counselling more accessible.
Are you, or a child you know, experiencing mental health difficulties? Finding a Therapist can feel daunting, but Your Space Foundation is here to offer support. Our experienced therapists have specialist training to work with children and young people from the age of 5 who are experiencing a variety of emotional and mental health difficulties, including: emotional and behavioural disorders, trauma, PTSD & Complex PTSD, moderate anxiety and depression, self-harm & suicidal ideation, attachment difficulties, disabilities and neurodivergence.
Therapy should be tailored to individual needs and preferences, to achieve this our therapists can combine play, creative, and talking therapies, such as person centred, systemic and CBT, to make counselling more accessible.
Are you, or a child you know, experiencing mental health difficulties? Finding a Therapist can feel daunting, but Your Space Foundation is here to offer support. Our experienced therapists have specialist training to work with children and young people from the age of 5 who are experiencing a variety of emotional and mental health difficulties, including: emotional and behavioural disorders, trauma, PTSD & Complex PTSD, moderate anxiety and depression, self-harm & suicidal ideation, attachment difficulties, disabilities and neurodivergence.
01788 221807 View 01788 221807
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Vikki Joy Fear
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bristol BS6
Waitlist for new clients
I use talking therapy, EFT, neuroscience and creative techniques suh as art, sand tray, journalling and play to help you process trauma and support you through difficulties.
I am a down to earth and approachable counsellor for children, young people and adults. I have 27 years experience working with young people who have been abused as well as people with neurodivergence. At times, feelings and behaviours can become difficult due to past trauma, increasing anxiety or for unknown reasons. We can also feel this physically and it blocks lifes natural progression. Past trauma does not need to be extreme and we often underestimate the impact an event has on us. I can help you make sense of your emotions and behaviours and manage your responses to triggers, allowing progression towrards your desired goals.
I use talking therapy, EFT, neuroscience and creative techniques suh as art, sand tray, journalling and play to help you process trauma and support you through difficulties.
I am a down to earth and approachable counsellor for children, young people and adults. I have 27 years experience working with young people who have been abused as well as people with neurodivergence. At times, feelings and behaviours can become difficult due to past trauma, increasing anxiety or for unknown reasons. We can also feel this physically and it blocks lifes natural progression. Past trauma does not need to be extreme and we often underestimate the impact an event has on us. I can help you make sense of your emotions and behaviours and manage your responses to triggers, allowing progression towrards your desired goals.
01275 402983 View 01275 402983
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Craig Philip Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bath BA1  (Online Only)
Do you play the guitar? Do you have other ways to self-soothe or manage your emotions? Books maybe, reading and writing.
I can work with you around family issues, teen problems, child behaviour, ASC issues, illness and disability. I will support, collaborate and try to make sense of what is going on. All things eventually pass - I will offer to weather the storm with you. I won’t be judging you or not taking you seriously. We will work together - and it will be work - but we will also aim to have fun and be creative in our work.
Do you play the guitar? Do you have other ways to self-soothe or manage your emotions? Books maybe, reading and writing.
I can work with you around family issues, teen problems, child behaviour, ASC issues, illness and disability. I will support, collaborate and try to make sense of what is going on. All things eventually pass - I will offer to weather the storm with you. I won’t be judging you or not taking you seriously. We will work together - and it will be work - but we will also aim to have fun and be creative in our work.
01225 541093 View 01225 541093
Photo of Tina Kilgallon - Our Space Play & Family Therapies, MSc
Our Space Play & Family Therapies
MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester WR1
I am passionate about working with young people and their families. I am an integrative play and EMDR therapist working with clients from 3 years of age and up. I am also qualified to deliver Child Parent Relationship Therapy and have completed training in Sand Tray as well as being an Autplay practitioner. I have lots of experience in working with children, young people and their families SEND and/or with additional needs. I have experience of working with complex trauma, attachment, bereavement and loss.
I am passionate about working with young people and their families. I am an integrative play and EMDR therapist working with clients from 3 years of age and up. I am also qualified to deliver Child Parent Relationship Therapy and have completed training in Sand Tray as well as being an Autplay practitioner. I have lots of experience in working with children, young people and their families SEND and/or with additional needs. I have experience of working with complex trauma, attachment, bereavement and loss.
01905 975361 View 01905 975361

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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.