Sinead Corey Play Therapy

22/04/2026

Endings and closure with clients can be full of mixed emotions. It is both satisfying and tinged with a little sadness too. This is true for children, their parents/carers and indeed myself too!

The therapeutic relationship is so powerful.

When I've been supporting a child and their family over the course of the Play Therapy sessions, we become close through building a trusted relationship. The intervention becomes a reliable routine for the family over the number of weeks or months. Endings are carefully planned for and marked with a special closure.

I absolutely love the work that I do and am passionate about the therapeutic power of play!

Receiving thank you cards is never expected but always welcomed. I much appreciate the warm words shared by parents and carers at the end of our intervention ✨️
Thrilled that together we can help support children and young children.

16/04/2026

Sometimes I might use a slightly more directive approach in the Play Therapy sessions and I am lucky to have a wide variety of resources to support our explorations.

Such resources can be used with a range of ages when used sensitively within a trusted therapeutic relationship.

I always honour the child's presentation and pace.
Play Therapy is child centred and child led.

I like using sentence completion prompt cards at times before engaging in playful creative activities. We might chat a bit before using arts and crafts,sandtray,clay or doh to represent strengths and help support development of self-esteem.

13/04/2026

How might Play Therapy support my child?

Over the past few weeks I've had many enquiries about the benefits of Play Therapy for children experiencing difficulties. I can guarantee that I respond to every enquiry promptly and professionally. I offer an initial phone call consultation where parents can briefly discuss any concerns and consider whether Play Therapy intervention is right for their child and family before arranging a referral meeting with myself.

I often notice that I get enquiries following a holiday or when children are on a break from school. I think when parents and children are at home together, attuned caregivers notice some areas where their child is struggling or notice their dysregulation a bit more.

And remember parents; home is where your child feels safe to be themselves, to lower their guard and show their vulnerability. So, if you're seeing dysregulation whilst in your company; it's because they feel safe to be open and honest with you as the trusted adult.

I have limited availability remaining for Tues and Thurs evenings.

08/04/2026

The start of perfect picnic season 😍
Is there anything more liberating than a picnic bag full of treats and a day trip..gorgeous weather on Portstewart strand for lazy walks and ice-cream.

03/04/2026

Happy Easter everyone 🐣
Hopefully the sunshine comes out for a bit and we can enjoy egg hunts and Spring walks.
Don't forget the balance of rest and play.

29/03/2026

Exam season! Yes it's that time of year again for our young people. It can be a fretful time in many households, with anxious teens and panicked parents. Schools are very helpful in offering support and advice. Perhaps any of my school based followers could also like or share this post to anyone who might benefit.

Have you considered Play and Creative Arts Therapy as a short term intervention to support young people during the build up to exams? I can help with relaxation techniques, sensory play, art and crafts, sand work, therapeutic story telling or creative visualisation or simply by providing a listening ear in a non-judgemental environment. Young people need time to play too and not just screen time play!

Yes of course a study schedule and good preparation is crucial but so too is paying attention to the nervous system. Young people must timetable their studies but also make time to meet the needs of their mental health. Balancing all of that can be tricky and parents often feel the brunt of frazzled nerves. That's where I can help. Please email with any enquiries.

Play and Creative Arts Therapy can support good mental health and act as a buffer to the build up of stress. I can offer individual Play Therapy support or SandStory sessions to young people. Flexible options available.

Remember within my hub there are other forms of support available to children, young people and their families. Check out who can also offer EFT and Reiki Healing for young people and also who offers holistic therapies which I'm sure many parents could avail of at this time of year.

28/03/2026

So we had a most productive board meeting and we're buzzing with ideas for moving forward!

It would be great to get some feedback as to what you feel you as parents/carers and your children might benefit from most.

I'm planning on some playful parent/child sessions but we're welcoming input from yourselves too!
Please drop a comment and share with interested parties.

26/03/2026

This sounds useful for parents of children getting ready for post- primary.

Is your child neurodivergent?

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📅 27th April 2026
⏰ 6–7pm
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24/03/2026

When a child is dysregulated they are not in complete control of their thoughts, feelings or actions and therefore cannot think logically. The thinking brain cannot be accessed at that particular moment.
A dysregulated child is in need of connection not correction.

Playing with your child can strengthen connection and co-regulation. If you're interested in finding out more about the power of play or are considering Play Therapy for your child, please email with your enquiry.

16/03/2026

Exciting times ahead- more information to follow...

I'm in the process of developing a series of parent/child sessions. These will be therapeutic play type activities where a parent/carer takes part alongside their child.

Such experiences support connection and co-regulation all within the guise of easily accessible fun games and movement. I will lead you in a playful themed approach supporting you to gather strategies for co-regulation and helping your child to begin to develop interoception.

If you think you might be interested or know of others who might benefit, please like and share this post!

I'm planning on offering the series of sessions for children aged P1-P4 (and their parent/carer)

As always previous clients and families are warmly welcomed as are new clients 😊

The series of 1 hour sessions will likely be on a Saturday commencing in April (times and dates to be confirmed.)

14/03/2026

Hello Beautiful 😍 loving the bold colour too.
Newest addition to my toolkit, I love a wee charity shop find!
Although to be honest, my husband was a bit surprised as I walked in with her under my arm.

13/03/2026

Lots of opportunities over the next few days to share experiences with special family members.
Sometimes it's the simple moments which have lasting impact.