Your Questions, Answered

  • I am a qualified Therapeutic Play Practitioner and currently offer a therapeutic play service. I am undertaking a Diploma in Play Therapy at the moment and when completed will be offering Play Therapy services.

  • Play therapy is suitable for children aged 3 - 12+ with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties.

  • Combining therapeutic training with daily school experience, I offer practical and emotionally attuned support. My work is grounded in strong, trusting relationships and a child-led approach.
    I bridge home, school, and therapy to support the whole child. Each child is supported to grow in confidence, regulation, and self-understanding.

  • You can reach me anytime via the contact page or email angela@theplayroom.ie. I aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • I am based in Moycullen, Co. Galway, Ireland. Approximately 11 km from Galway city on the N59.

  • Play therapy can support your child with a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, anger management, attachment issues, behavioural difficulties, bereavement and loss, changes in family structures, trauma, nightmares, self-esteem, confidence, ADHD, Autism, abuse and much more.

  • Each child is different, and therefore, the number of sessions will vary depending on the circumstances. We begin with 12 sessions and will review in week 7 to decide how many more will be required.

  • Sessions are scheduled for 40 minutes with a 20-minute break between sessions to reset the room and write notes.

  • No, your child will attend the session on a 1:1 basis with me. You will drop your child off at the appointed time and collect at the agreed time.