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About Me

Background

Whilst working as a mindfulness facilitator, I realised I wanted to work with people and their concerns in further depth, and 1:1.

I had also experienced first-hand as a client, the valuable role therapy can play. With a background in drama and outdoor playwork, I was drawn to Play Therapy. 

Prior to setting up CoCreate, I worked in a charity with children, young people and their parents/carers, and as a mental health support worker with adults.

 Alongside this part-time practice, I work as a community engagement officer for a wellbeing centre.

Otherwise, some things I enjoy are gardening and crafting.

Professionalism

  • MSc (Master of Science) Play Therapy, Queen Margaret University Edinburgh (2020).

  • Full Member (1359) of the British Association of Play Therapists (BAPT). BAPT is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority. I follow BAPT's Ethical Principles and Core Competencies, which include client confidentiality, regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.

  • I am insured with Holistic Insurance, and a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme (1311 2663 2767 0395, last update 05/2023).

  • I am registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ZB575341), and follow General Data Protection Regulations (2018).

Two Logos: The British Association of Play Therapists, and, the Professional Standards Authority

Training

A mix of full/part-time/one-off, include:

  • 2024. Nature-based Therapeutic Skills training. Woodland Play Therapy.

  • 2023. Bipolar Ally e-course. Bipolar Scotland.

  • 2021. Embodied Social Justice Online Summit. Embodied Yoga. 

  • 2022. TheraPlay Introduction. TheraPlay UK.

  • 2022. An Online Introduction to Synergetic Play Therapy. Synergetic Play Therapy Institute.

  • 2018. Critical Whiteness. D'ecology.

  • 2015-16. Mindfulness Teacher-Training: Adults. Youth Mindfulness. 

  • 2015. Mindfulness Teacher-Training: Kids. Youth Mindfulness.

  • 2014. Dementia-friendly Artist Practice training. Creativity in Care.

  • 2010-14. BA Hons Contemporary Performance Practice. Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

 

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Background image: photo of damp beach sand with white-yellowy cockle shells arranged in a circle. Sand is textured with imprints, loose areas and broken shells. 

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