Play therapy is a structured, evidence-based psychotherapy approach primarily for children. It uses play as the primary medium of communication rather than traditional talk therapy. Because children naturally communicate through play, toys act as their words and playtime acts as their language.
Marie Beasley Play Therapist
Marie is a qualified BACP Play Therapist and JNC-qualified Youth Worker with extensive experience in managing challenging behaviour. She has over six years of experience as a qualified play therapist, working with children who have experienced developmental trauma, adoption, fostering, difficult life experiences, emotional difficulties, bereavement, and neurodiversity.
Professional Background
Marie has pursued additional training in Filial Therapy, Autplay Therapy, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and Theraplay. These qualifications have broadened her skill set, enabling her to effectively address complex needs and offer comprehensive support to children and their families. Marie works therapeutically with both families and individual children, empowering them to meet their child’s needs effectively.
