Services I Offer

Play Therapy

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Play Therapy is a child‑led, evidence‑based therapeutic approach that supports children to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences through play rather than words alone. For many children, talking about difficulties can feel overwhelming or inaccessible  play offers a natural and developmentally appropriate language.

Sessions take place in a safe, consistent playroom environment, where a range of creative and symbolic materials are available. Through the therapeutic relationship and the child’s play, children are supported to make sense of what they may be holding inside, develop emotional regulation, and strengthen their sense of self.

Play Therapy can support a wide range of emotional, behavioural and relational needs and is always guided by the pace and readiness of the child.

Filial Therapy is a powerful, relationship‑focused approach that works directly with parents or carers. Rather than the therapist working solely with the child, parents are supported to learn therapeutic play skills that they then use within their own relationship with their child.

Parents are guided to understand their child’s play, emotional expression and behaviour, while developing confidence, attunement and reflective awareness. This approach strengthens the parent‑child relationship and supports changes to take place within everyday family life.

Filial Therapy can be particularly helpful when relational difficulties are present or when families want to build long‑term emotional resilience and connection.

AutPlay Therapy is an integrative approach designed to support neurodivergent children and young people, including those who are autistic or experience developmental or neurological differences. It brings together play therapy, behavioural approaches, attachment‑informed practice and elements of cognitive and sensory support.

AutPlay Therapy is both structured and flexible, with clear therapeutic goals alongside opportunities for child‑led play and connection. Sessions may focus on emotional regulation, social understanding, anxiety, sensory experiences and relationship‑building, depending on the individual needs of the child.

This approach recognises and respects neurodiversity, supporting children in ways that build on their strengths while offering understanding and practical support around areas of challenge.

Professional Consultation
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Reflective Practice for schools

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Professional consultation is available for those working with children and families, including teachers, SEND staff, early years practitioners and other professionals. These sessions provide space to reflect on complex situations, challenging behaviour or emotional presentations.

Consultations are grounded in a trauma‑informed, relational and developmental perspective, supporting professionals to think more clearly, feel less isolated, and strengthen their work with children and families.

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Reflective practice sessions support school staff to explore the emotional impact of their work and develop greater understanding of children’s needs within the school environment. These sessions provide containment, curiosity and shared reflection rather than problem‑solving alone.

Reflective practice can help staff teams feel better supported, build emotional literacy and resilience, and develop a more consistent, compassionate response to behaviour and wellbeing needs across the school.

Sessions can be offered to individuals or groups and tailored to the specific context of the setting.

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Pebble Family offers training and workshops for parents, schools and professionals on a range of topics related to child development, emotional wellbeing, attachment and trauma‑informed practice.

Workshops are designed to be accessible, reflective and practical, combining theory with real‑world application. Content can be tailored to meet the needs of specific groups or settings and may include one‑off sessions or a series delivered over