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Emotional wellbeing through play

Play Therapy

A safe, accepting and confidential space where children can explore difficult feelings, process experiences and develop healthy ways of coping.

Play therapy room at Ace-it Academy Omagh
The language of play

Helping Children Express What Can Be Hard to Say

Children do not always have the words to explain how they feel. They often communicate through behaviour, emotion and play. Using play, creative activities and therapeutic techniques, our qualified Play Therapist helps children understand emotions, build resilience and develop confidence when facing everyday challenges.

Who Can Play Therapy Help?

Anxiety and excessive worries
Low self-esteem and confidence
Emotional regulation difficulties
Anger and frustration
Friendship and social difficulties
School anxiety or emotionally based school avoidance
Family separation, bereavement and loss
Trauma or adverse experiences
Bullying
Attachment and relationship difficulties
Selective mutism
Stress and overwhelm
Supporting autistic children

A Neuroaffirming Approach

Behaviour is often a form of communication, particularly when a child is overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated or unable to express how they feel. Our approach recognises and respects each child’s way of experiencing the world.

Rather than trying to change who the child is, sessions aim to understand what may be behind behaviours and help children develop emotional awareness, regulation strategies and confidence.

Ask About Play Therapy

Message the Ace-it Academy team on WhatsApp and we will help you understand the most suitable next step.

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07935 600535
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