For Professionals

Theraplay Supervision

For Practicum students and qualified providers of Theraplay

Theraplay supervision offers a high level of professional support which embodies the tenants of the model. Supervision with Dena brings an experience of light-hearted playfulness, connection rooted in curiosity about your experience as the therapist, and supportive challenge to help develop your skills both in sessions and in reflective dialogue. Sessions are an hour, with the structure depending upon whether you are undertaking the practicum, enhancing your skills following the Level 1/2 training, or already qualified.

Please note this supervision does not replace your clinical supervision and Dena is currently a trainee supervisor (offering reduced fees).

Professional Consultation

Multi disciplinary working

Some children/ young people who attend therapy benefit from the team around them working well together toward greater outcomes for the whole family. See below for a list of ways I may able to contribute to the multi disciplinary team:

  • regular communication with the team around the child/ young person and family

  • group supervision for education staff

  • special needs assessments for EHCP processes or support plans

  • SEND: consultation around school attendance, behaviour, academic attainment

  • assistance with access for health care such as medical or dental appointments

  • information sharing in MDT meetings such as CIN or EHCP processes

  • undertake mental health assessments in liaison with CAMHS

Consultation is ideal for those involved with a child/ young person who is attending therapy

  • School professionals including head teachers, SENDCOs, teachers, mentors, learning support staff

  • Social workers

  • Family support workers

  • NHS staff such as speech and language therapists, psychiatrists, mental health nurses, dietitians, GPs.

Consultation leads to improvements for the child/ young person in:

  • progress made toward therapy goals

  • educational attainment

  • school engagement and attendance

  • access to medical provision and improved overall health

  • improved overall mental health and emotional well-being

  • quality and effectiveness of care provided such as personal assistants or respite