Inspire Play Therapy

22/02/2026

Children do not always have the language to explain what they are thinking or feeling.

But through play, they communicate clearly.

The themes, the movement, the stories, the repetition, they all tell us something.

Play therapy provides a safe, contained space where these stories can unfold at the child’s pace 💚

If you would like to learn more about how play therapy could support your child, you can get in touch via our email at info@inspireplaytherapy.com

21/02/2026

18/02/2026

Rainy days happen.
Big feelings happen.

Play shows children they can move through both.
That’s resilience. 💜💚

Maybe we all need more “puddle moments.”
Moments to pause, to play, and to just be...even on hard days.

15/02/2026

Bubbles may look simple, but in the play therapy room they hold so much meaning. Blowing, chasing, and popping bubbles helps children practice breathing, focus, and emotional regulation — all while feeling playful and safe. For many children, bubbles become a gentle way to slow their bodies, express excitement, and experience joy without pressure. Through moments like these, children learn that calming and connection can feel fun. Sometimes the smallest play invites the biggest growth. 🫧

12/02/2026

This Valentine’s Day, why not give your child a gift that lasts forever — a letter straight from your heart.💌

It doesn’t need to be perfect. It just needs to be yours.

🌟 Share what you love most about them

🌟 Reflect on a unique quality they have

🌟 Describe their unique qualities using your own words

🌟 Tell them your hopes for their future

🌟 And end with the words every child needs to hear: “You are so loved, just as you are.”

Imagine turning this into a tradition year after year — gathering heartfelt letters that your child can treasure forever. A collection of love, memories and moments tucked safely away, ready to be revisited whenever they need a reminder of how deeply they are cherished.

And here’s the thing… you might find that writing this letter is a gift for you too. A moment to pause, reflect and hold space for all the love you carry.

💭 Will you give it a try? Save this post as a gentle reminder whenever you need it.

💜💚

11/02/2026

Positive affirmations in the play therapy room aren’t just nice words — they help children build a kinder, stronger voice inside themselves. When children practice phrases like “I am safe,” “I can try,” or “My feelings matter,” they begin to carry those messages into everyday life. Through play, these affirmations feel real and meaningful, helping children grow confidence, emotional resilience, and self-trust. Over time, those small, supportive words become part of how they see themselves — and that’s a gift that reaches far beyond the therapy room.

08/02/2026

As parents, we’re so good at making time for everyone else.

Our children. Our families. Our work.

But today, this is your reminder: making time for yourself, especially to connect with friends, is not a luxury. It’s self-care.

When we meet with friends, laugh, talk, and feel seen as ourselves (not just as someone’s parent), our nervous system gets a reset. We regulate. We refill. And that matters, because children don’t just learn from what we say, they learn from what we model.

In Play Therapy, we talk a lot about emotional regulation, connection, and healthy relationships. When children see their parent/parents valuing friendships, rest, and joy, they learn:

💜 It’s okay to have needs

💚Relationships matter

💜 Taking breaks is healthy, not selfish

A supported, connected parent is more patient, more present, and more emotionally available. That benefits the whole family.

You’re not taking away from your child.
You’re showing them how to care for themselves someday too. 💚💜

04/02/2026

Family play is about slowing down, connecting, and enjoying time together. Through shared play, families build connections and create memories that last beyond the moment 💜💚

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01/02/2026

We often think of play as something children do after the important stuff.

But for children, play is the important stuff.
Through play, children make sense of big feelings, changes, worries and experiences they don’t yet have words for.

Play supports emotional regulation, problem-solving, confidence, relationships and resilience. It helps the brain grow in ways that talking alone can’t.

When a child plays, they’re not “just playing.”
They’re processing their world in the safest way they know how.

This is why play matters.💜💚

31/01/2026

Getting Ready for Group Supervision
An invitation to pause and arrive, using cards as a personal check-in. Curiosity is supported through making, with plasticine offering a way to reflect on individual journeys while thinking alongside others.

28/01/2026

Time played with you is time well spent.😍

Simple precious play ideas:
• Sit on the floor and follow your child’s lead
• Build something together, then knock it down
• Draw side by side without asking questions
• Act out a tiny moment from the day or a favourite story using toys
• Set a 10-minute timer and give your full attention

Play supports emotional wellbeing and connection so these little moments can make a big difference 💜💚

25/01/2026

We're always learning and sharing best practice with other play therapists. If you would like to find out how play therapy could help your child please get in touch with one of our registered play therapists at info@inspireplaytherapy.com