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We deliver comprehensive independently accredited Play and Creative Arts Therapy training to work with Children & Young People.

High quality Continued Professional Development training for professionals working with children, young people and adults.

13/02/2026

Calling all Geeks! Josué is back with his wonderful 2 hr CPD presentation on Geek Therapy.

If you work with Children and Young People who are into the geeky things like Marvel films, computer games Dungeons and Dragons, Manga art, etc and you are looking for a way in with them, Come and join us for 2 hrs on Friday May 1st.

A quote from the last Geek Therapy:
“This was very informative, approachable, and I see it as being a tool that is perfect for practitioners who are already competent, but need help connecting their affinities with professional practice, and putting it into formally documented practice.”

12/02/2026

Our book of the week 📚 An Introduction to the Therapeutic Frame by Anne Gray

This book offers a thoughtful, and practical guide to one of the most essential elements of psychotherapy. Gray explores the therapeutic frame not as a set of rigid rules, but as a living structure that supports safety, trust, and meaningful therapeutic work. Drawing on psychodynamic and relational perspectives, she explains how boundaries around time, space, roles, and ethics help contain both therapist and client, especially in moments of emotional intensity.

What makes this book particularly valuable is its accessibility. Gray writes in a calm, grounded jargon free style, using clinical examples to illustrate how disruptions to the frame can reveal important unconscious dynamics. She also addresses real-world complexities, such as flexibility, power, and the therapist’s own emotional responses, without oversimplifying them. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for trainees and experienced clinicians alike, offering a nuanced understanding of how a well-held therapeutic frame enables depth, repair, and transformation in clinical practice.

11/02/2026

If you live in London and the South East we have two Play Therapy courses for you to choose from. It’s the perfect location to train as a Play Therapist. If you're looking for a change of career, get yourself enrolled on this 2 year Level 7 Diploma.

Our Level 7 Diploma in Relational Play and Creative Therapy Children and Young People’s course is recognised as one of the most comprehensive training routes in the field. It combines theory, clinical practice, and creative techniques to equip practitioners with the skills needed to work safely and effectively with children and young people.

What makes this course unique is its depth and breadth drawing on relational approaches, Play Therapy methods, and a wide range of creative practices. It goes beyond the basics, offering a holistic framework for therapeutic work that is both evidence-based and deeply attuned to children’s developmental and emotional needs.

You can find all the details here: www.schoolofpact.com/level-7-diploma.

10/02/2026

This week, we are proud to support

Relational Play and Creative Therapy offers children and young people a place where they feel safe to express their feelings and emotions.

To find out more about our Level 7 Diploma, Relational Play and Creative Therapy, and other training opportunities visit www.schoolofpact.com.

09/02/2026

There is still a month to go - get signed up today!

Young People are needing your skills. If you have a passion for working with 12 - 18 year olds then we have the course for you.

Rated as 5 out of five by our last cohort on every question. We can be trusted to up-skill you.

Our Level 6 Certificate, Relational Play and Creative Therapies Young People course is independently accredited by CpCab. It consists of 3 in-person weekends, and 1 online session.

Visit our website to find out more! https://schoolofpact.com/courses/post-qualifying-relational-play-and-creative-therapy-for-young-people/

06/02/2026

Supervision is a necessary part of every therapist’s life. Join us and train to become a Level 7 Creative Clinical Supervisor and join the growing support network for our trainee Play Therapists.

On completion of this Level 7 Certificate, you will be able to confidently supervise professionals from a range of disciplines.

Find out more at www.schoolofpact.com

05/02/2026

Our book of the week - In Love with Supervision, Creating transformative conversations by Robin Shohet and Joan Shohet

This book is a thoughtful, and deeply human exploration of what supervision can truly become when it is grounded in presence, curiosity, and relationship. The authors invite readers into a reflective conversation shaped by decades of experience in supervision, coaching, and psychotherapy.

What makes this book stand out is its emphasis on supervision as a relational process. Through examples, reflective questions, and gentle challenges, Shohet and Shohet encourage supervisors to stay open, emotionally attuned, and willing to be changed by the work themselves. The tone is generous and accessible, making complex ideas feel both practical and deeply personal.

The book is especially valuable for supervisors and practitioners who want to move beyond “doing supervision right” toward creating spaces where insight, learning, and transformation naturally emerge. In Love with Supervision feels less like a manual and more like wise companionship, reminding readers that supervision, at its best, is an act of care, courage, and connection.

If you interested in becoming a Creative Clinical Supervisor take a look at our Level 7 Certificate course: https://schoolofpact.com/courses/level7-certificate-creative-clinical-supervision/

04/02/2026

Considering our Clients Through Creative Expression of Art and Masks CPD

Art has been a powerful tool for expression, healing, and transformation across cultures for centuries. Masks, in particular, have symbolised rites of passage, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Today, these same tools can provide profound insights in therapy and practice.

Our upcoming training Considering our Clients Through Creative Expression of Art and Masks invites practitioners to explore what lies behind the mask, the hidden emotions, unmet needs, and authentic selves that clients may struggle to express with words. In therapy, “masking” often hides true feelings to gain acceptance, which can lead to anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and low self-worth. Children, especially, may wear emotional masks when fear of rejection prevents them from showing who they really are.

Through the use of colour, symbolism, and creative exploration, this course will help you:
💡 Deepen your understanding of the unconscious process
💡 Gain practical techniques to help clients release internal conflict
💡 Support clients in strengthening self-belief and reconnecting with their true identity

Date: 28/02/2028
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Live Online

Check out www.schoolofpact.com/courses for this and other upcoming courses!

03/02/2026

It's International Play Therapy Week!

“Play Therapy is based upon the fact that play is the child’s natural medium of self-expression. It is an opportunity which is given to the child to “play out” his feelings and problems just as, in certain types of adult therapy, an individual “talks out” his difficulties.” Virgina Axline, Play Therapy.

If you are interested in Play Therapy training, take a look at our comprehensive Level7 Diploma, Relational Play and Creative Therapy for Children and Young People at www.schoolofpact.com/level-7-diploma/

We are hosting Information Sessions about this course over the next few months- secure your space through our website to find out more.

02/02/2026

Alun and Eileen at our recent Level 7 course in Bristol (showing off our fancy new posters!)

From Maidenhead to Dubai, from Bromley to Crew, our Level 7 Play Therapy course is out there and ready for you. Go to our website to find out more about our Play Therapy course, Relational Play and Creative Therapies.

We are hosting short Information Sessions about this course over the next few months- book your space through our website to find out more: www.schoolofpact.com/courses

30/01/2026

Wednesday evening, we held our final quarterly tutorial with our students who undertook our relational play and creative therapy with young people course.

This final quarterly tutorial marked more than the completion of a learning period. It reflected months of curiosity, courage, reflection, and deep engagement with young people. Through relational play and creative therapeutic practice, our students learned to listen beyond words, to stay present, to create safety, and to honour the unique stories each young person shared.

Our students showed creativity, empathy, and commitment, reflecting and growing both professionally and personally. The work they do matters. It creates space where young people can explore, express, and heal, and where relationships became the foundation for change.

Congratulations on completing your final quarterly tutorial. We are proud of you and excited to see how you continue to bring relational play and creative therapy into the lives of young people.

Well done and thank you for your commitment and dedication to this work.

If you are interested in our L6 Certificate Relational Play and Creative Therapy Young Peoples course visit www.schoolofpact.com

29/01/2026

Be Resilient by Nicola Morgan

This is a practical and reassuring guide for teenagers facing stress, anxiety and tough times. Nicola Morgan explains resilience in a clear, relatable way and shows that it’s a skill anyone can build. The book is easy to read, full of useful advice and real-life examples, and encourages teens to understand their emotions and cope with challenges more confidently. A great read for teenagers and helpful for parents and professionals supporting young people too.

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