About Me

I graduated from NUI Galway in 2015 with a post-grad diploma in play therapy. I also hold a bachelor or science in psychology from the Open University and a bachelor of arts in anthropology and sociology from NUI Maynooth. 

I have over with over 15 years of experience of working with children in various settings, with 9 of those years being a tutor in a special needs/behavioural therapy setting. I have a wealth of hands on experience of dealing with challenging behaviour and helping children develop skills that they can use to navigate their everyday environment. 

Through this work I saw there was a lack of awareness and information regarding children’s emotional well-being, when dealing with complex or developmental issues. In an educational setting,  I was also very aware of the importance of play in helping children communicate and develop skills. This led me in 2012 to start my journey to become a play therapist, as a way to further help children develop the necessary skills they need and reach their full potential.

As a member of IPTCA, I adhere to a strict ethical framework in my everyday practice, and I attend regular supervision to ensure that all my therapeutic work is of the highest standards. I am also regularly Garda vetted, and also undertakes regular Continuing Professional Development training.