Following a referral process and parental consent, play therapy takes place weekly, over an agreed period, in the same room, at the same time.
Sessions are between 30 and 50 minutes, depending on the age, developmental stage and needs of the child.
The confidential space is equipped with the play therapist’s ‘toolkit’, providing a range of toys and creative media. This may be in the client’s school, or at an agreed, suitable setting.
A short term therapy period is twelve weeks. Where the client’s difficulties are more complex or their needs are higher, longer term play therapy may be recommended.
Towards the end of the therapy period a review meeting is held with the referrer and parent/carer. This enables a decision as to whether to extend or end the therapy.
A confidential written report is provided at the end of the therapy period, outlining progress and recommendations. If required, interim reports may be written for an additional fee.