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“Children use play to communicate
their thoughts and feelings.
Everyday language,
which is the language of thinking,
is not the natural language of feeling
for children.
Their natural language of feeling
is that of image and metaphor.”
G. L. Landreth (2012)
Wat is PlayTherapy?
Play therapy is based on the fact that play is the child’s natural medium of self-expression. Sometimes, children find a situation too difficult to talk about feelings.
How do the play sessions work?
How do the play sessions work?
A child is given “Special Time” which takes place every week at the same time and location. Every “Special Time” session will have no interruptions, and everything said or done will be kept confidential or private, unless the child is in danger of harm or hurt.
How can Play Therapy help a child?
Play Therapy can help any child who:
Does not realise his/her full potential –
academically or socially.
Has nightmares or has disturbed sleep patterns.
Has suffered trauma.
Is at risk of being expelled / is excluded from school.
Has suffered emotional, physical or sexual abuse.
Is adopted or in foster care.
Experiences separation anxiety.
Suffers from anxiety, stress, or phobias
Has suffered a loss or bereavement
Finds it difficult to make friends
Quarrels frequently with peers and Siblings.
Bullies others or are being bullied.
We aim to help children through play.
Meet our number 1 play therapist:
Marlene Botha
Marlene Botha
Registered Thearapeutic Play Therapist (PTI, PTSA Cert + Diploma)
Registered Filial Play Parent Coach (PTI, PTSA)
Special Needs Teacher B.A. & HED (17 years' experience)
Remedial Therapist (Diploma in Remedial Education)
B. Ed. Hon. in Educational Psychology (Learner Support)
38 years' experience as Educator
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