Alison Play Therapy

 ‘My son seems a lot more relaxed, happier, confident, sociable; he is thriving in a positive way’. We have learnt to be present. to hear our child and to home in on his needs more. We have learnt about the importance of connection and play. To be patient and understanding’. 'I feel the sessions were helpful and the techniques used helped the child' Service has helped 'a great deal'. 'Excellent communication and navigated a very complex challenging landscape with professionalism, neutrality and sensitivity'. 'It made me more aware of the needs of my son’ 'Helpful to have a sounding board for parenting techniques and the therapists suggestions have supported the relationship with my child' 'Child has shown increased confidence and he is better at articulating his feelings' 'Definitely helped me a lot especially my son’s attitude which has improved a lot and I’m really grateful for all the help I’ve received” 'Child appears happier and is talking more about her feelings “really appreciate it, child has enjoyed it'. 

Parents and Carers

 'Child has become more resilient when approaching tasks and is becoming less upset when she finds something difficult. Overall she is more positive and less anxious.' 'I have noticed he is a much happier child, better able to cope with friendships’. 'The therapist has given me a number of strategies and suggestions that worked in the group and tips on how to integrate these into the classroom environment’. 'Feel that the child is more able to discuss her feelings and the reason she is upset'. 'Feel the advice and strategies given have helped the child join in with the life of the class'. 'The advice on dealing with the child’s anxiety and strategies for him and his parents have been helpful to me as the teacher'. Feel the 'advice, explanations and consultations with parents has been helpful to me as the teacher'. 'Very helpful. The therapy has helped give the child the space and time to work through difficult issues so that the child can be ready for learning and sustain academic progress'. 'Regular check-in’s and discussions of strategies has been helpful'. 'Explanations of behaviours and advice of how to help the child has been helpful'. 'The strategies to use with the child e.g. play putty have been helpful'. 'Continued communication, friendly support and suggestions as to how to continue with child’s support in class (lesson starters, ways to encourage her) and easy to talk to'. 'It has been helpful having regular meetings to discuss progress and recommendations for support strategies'. 

Professionals and teachers