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Tijen O'Neill Play Therapy
MA (she, her)
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Banstead SM7
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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.
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I work with children from age 4 to 11 who have had a range of experiences including bereavement, separation and loss, attachment difficulties, trauma, anxiety and abuse. I have extensive experience of working with neurodivergent children. Children can choose from a variety of toys such as playdough, sand, Lego, painting or puppets to express themselves.
It is through the play and the therapeutic relationship that we build, that healing can occur. If you are looking for support for your child, I provide a free 15 minute telephone consultation to discuss your child's needs and explore how I may be able to help.
Call or Email Tijen O'Neill Play Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01737 301490
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association of Play Therapists Tijen O'Neill Play Therapy
- Certificate from University of Roehampton Postgraduate Certificate in Education / 2006
- Degree/Diploma from University of Surrey 2004
- MA Play Therapy (Distinction), University of Roehampton, Masters
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Bereavement
- Child
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen
Participants
Individuals
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Creative Therapy
- Person-Centred
- Play Therapy
Location
Call for a free consultation now - 01737 301490
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Tijen O'Neill Play Therapy
MA