The Play Pod

07/03/2026

Valuing my values 🦋

07/03/2026

SH IS FOR SHARING SATURDAY

This week I thought I'd share this wonderful foundation and amazing therapist Matt.

I trained with Matt on my Play Therapy training and he really brings a whole new dimension to the Play Therapy world.

The Lily Mae Foundation support bereaved families and have a wealth of knowledge and raise awareness in such difficult circumstances.

https://www.lilymaefoundation.org/

04/03/2026

F IS FOR FRIENDS 💛

A topic of conversation that seems to be on repeat at home lately…

“ I have no friends.”
“ They’re not my friend anymore.”
“ So-and-so did this.”
“ So-and-so did that.”

🚫 STOP 🚫

Before we fix it… before we call the school… before we jump to solutions…

👂 Listen
🤗 Validate
💛 Reassure

1️⃣ Listen closely to what they’re really saying.
2️⃣ Validate their feelings — “That seems really hard for you right now.”
3️⃣ Reassure them they’re not alone.

Try asking:
✨ “What does your body need right now?”
✨ “What makes a good friend?”
✨ “Do you want to work this out together?”

Sometimes our kids don’t need us to solve it.
They just need to feel heard, understood, and supported.

Friendship skills take time — and they’re learning. We’re their safe place while they do. 💛

04/03/2026

G IS FOR GROUND!

One way to shift your mindset/mood/motivation a gentle walk in your lunch break

❤️

04/03/2026

03/03/2026

S IS FOR SUPERVISION

I had an interesting conversation with a childminder this week about supervision and the necessary requirement that Play Therapists with PTUK - The UK Society for Play and Creative Arts Therapies need to be ethical and competent.

To be on the PTUK register we have to:

✅ A Level 7 postgraduate qualification in Play Therapy (https://apac.org.uk/)
✅ Membership with PTUK – a professional body regulated by the PSA
✅ Mandatory monthly clinical supervision
✅ Ongoing safeguarding training and yearly CPD aligned with play therapy
✅ GDPR compliance

This register provides peace of mind to parents, carers, employers, and commissioners.

📎 Learn more about PTUK’s register – https://playtherapyregister.org.uk/

02/03/2026

M IS FOR MONEY MONDAY!

A new monthly post about my past monthly fees.

I am hoping this gives transparency to what PTs have to pay on a monthly basis if they are self employed.

This is an example and I can appreciate everyone will experience this differently but hope it is helpful!

27/02/2026

F IS FOR FEEDBACK FRIDAY!

Since the launch of my Etsy Shop in the last week I have been really inspired to create an Alphabet Series of resources for professionals, pupils and parents.

Whilst I'm creating my own ideas I would love yours!

Let me know in the comments if there is anything that would benefit you or someone you know...

26/02/2026

SH IS FOR SHOP!

This time it's my mum's turn!

She has hand made x 3 more bags so I have them available on my Etsy shop

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/4462936694/knitted-emotion-balls-set-happy-sad

25/02/2026

R IS FOR REGULATED!

A new resource in my Etsy shop

Go take a look:

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ThePlayPod

24/02/2026

C IS FOR CODE!

As part of my Making Tax Digital digital download I have a unique code for therapists who are setting up their Business Account through Mettle bank.

Please send me a message and I can share it with you, or pass this on to anyone else that may need it.

23/02/2026

SH IS FOR SHOP!

I have an Etsy Shop!

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ThePlayPod

I have put up my first digital download:

G IS FOR GUIDE:
From Avoidance to Empowerment: A Therapists Guide to Making Tax Digital

Please take a look and share on if you think it will be helpful to other therapists.