About Emily
Emily is a qualified Play Therapist working in Suffolk and East Essex. Emily has been working with children since 2015, after achieving a BSc Psychology Degree (First with Honours). She began her career as a Pastoral Support Worker in a local primary school, supporting the emotional needs and wellbeing of students. In 2016, Emily began her journey into Play Therapy by studying a PTUK accredited Post Graduate Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills, before travelling to France to study a Post Graduate Diploma in Play Therapy.
Emily is a member of PTUK, has an up-to-date DBS certificate and Professional Indemnity Insurance. She also regularly attends supervision sessions.
Qualifications & Training
BSc Psychology (First with Honours)
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PG Certificate Therapeutic Play Skills (Distinction)
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PG Diploma Play Therapy
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Level 2 CACHE Understanding Autism
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Level 2 CACHE Understanding Behaviour that Challenges
Advanced Drawing and Talking Therapy
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Mental Health First Aid
Emily is extremely passionate about the emotional wellbeing of others and enjoys researching new ways to support children through trauma, life changes or day-to-day struggles. Her essay on the benefits of sensory play in Play Therapy was chosen to be published in "Play For Life", a journal produced by PTUK for all members and trainees.
Emily is a patient, accepting and non-judgemental person who works within PTUK's ethical framework and follows Axline's principles.
Emily values the importance of a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship, which is why she offers a free initial meeting with parents to allow them to decide whether she is the right therapist for their child.
Cost of Therapy
30 minute initial parent meeting: Free
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Pre-therapy parent consultation: £50
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Session fees: £50
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Review meeting and final meeting: £50 each
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End report: £50
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Mileage: 50p per mile
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Location
Emily is based in Woodbridge, Suffolk
She travels to primary schools in Suffolk and East Essex within a 30 mile radius, however she is willing to travel further in certain circumstances
Mileage will be added to session fees
Feedback from a parent:
I like to say Emily is a great lady she has helped and given my child so much support. My child has improved so much with her help.