What is Play Therapy
Play is a child’s natural language, offering a safe and accepting space to process their world without pressure. Through the power of a secure therapeutic relationship, your child can express complex emotions freely. This supportive environment fosters lasting resilience, emotional regulation, and essential tools for a brighter future.
Who I Help
Gentle Support
Is your child having a hard time? You might notice big emotions, grief, sudden changes in behavior, or trauma. Whether they are struggling with confidence or navigating friendships, I provide a reassuring space where they can heal and grow through play.
School & Preschool Play Therapy Visits.
I provide mobile therapy sessions directly at your child’s school or preschool to ensure a familiar setting. These visits help maintain consistent support while keeping the experience completely comfortable for your child.
Funding Support
I understand that the cost of therapy can be a worry for families. Financial support may be available in certain situations to help make play therapy more accessible, as every child deserves the chance to heal. Please feel free to reach out so we can explore any options that might be available to you.
How Play Therapy Supports Your Child Through Big Feelings
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Emotional expression
As a fully qualified and registered professional with over 18 years of experience supporting children and families, I offer a warm, reassuring environment where your child can safely navigate big emotions. This gentle approach ensures every child feels understood and supported as they communicate through their natural language of play.
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Personalised support
I provide a gentle space where your child takes the lead, allowing their inner world to unfold naturally. By following their unique rhythm, I help them develop lifelong coping tools and emotional resilience at a pace that feels completely safe for them.
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Safe, consistent space
By providing a predictable and trusting environment, child-centered play therapy helps your child build lasting confidence. This reliable space allows them to process emotions safely, leading to calmer behavior and more settled days at home.
Let's Start a Conversation
playtherapytaryn@outlook.com
0276332770
Christchurch New Zealand
