Every Cloud Play & Creative Arts Therapy

17/11/2025

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Cultural humility asks us to step beyond expertise and enter the child’s world with openness and respect. In play therapy, this means recognising that each child’s experience is shaped by their culture, community and identity, and that we are guests in that world.

When we lead with curiosity, we create a space where the child’s voice, story and way of being take centre stage. This humility deepens trust, strengthens connection and allows healing to unfold from the child’s perspective.

® International Consortium of Play Therapy Associations

16/11/2025

Brilliant info graphic here from The Contented Child, Child Wellbeing Consultancy and a link to further resources.

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Every protective response tells a story.
Fight. Flight. Freeze. Flop. Fawn.
On the surface, they look like behaviours.
Underneath, they’re the child’s nervous system saying, “This is what I need to feel safe right now.”

This post steps inside each response and gives voice to what a young person might be feeling but can’t always say out loud. It’s a powerful way for adults to understand the why behind the behaviour — and to meet the need instead of managing the symptom.

If you found this helpful, you’ll love our Protective Response Visual Pack, now available in the Resource Store.
Find it via the link in the comments below ⬇️ or through the Linktree Shop in Bio.

14/11/2025

Could you directly help a local child in need?

By choosing to donate an item from our wishlist of our most used supplies, you are helping us to stretch our resources further. This means we can support even more children and young people with the therapeutic help they need, regardless of their financial circumstances ☁️😊

11/11/2025

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10/11/2025

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10/11/2025

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Odd Socks Day celebrates individuality and encourages us to value the differences that make each of us who we are. Just as no two pairs of socks are the same, every child brings their own colours, patterns and stories into the world.

In Play Therapy, children are supported to explore and express who they are — safely, freely and without judgement. Through play, they learn that their voice matters, their feelings are valid, and that being themselves is something to be proud of.

When we help children feel seen and accepted, we nurture empathy, confidence and connection — empowering them to be the power for good in their own lives and in the lives of others. 💛

09/11/2025

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Social Media Kindness Day is a reminder that behind every post, comment, and message is a real person with real feelings.

Play Therapy teaches us that connection, empathy, and attuned communication build trust and resilience. Let’s bring those same principles into our digital spaces — responding with curiosity, compassion, and care rather than criticism or comparison.

🩵 Small acts of kindness, both online and offline, can ripple outwards — reminding others they are seen, valued, and safe.

09/11/2025

Fab visual. 😊☁️

Dear teens...

09/11/2025

A great visual here and link to further resources. Thank you for sharing The Contented Child, Child Wellbeing Consultancy

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A meltdown isn’t a child 'losing control' on purpose.
It’s the nervous system moving into overwhelm — often because things have felt too loud, too fast, too uncertain, or too much for too long.

When we understand the phases of a meltdown, we can respond with care rather than correction.
We can spot the early signs.
We can keep connection safe.
We can help a child return to calm without shame.

Today we’re exploring the Timeline of a Meltdown— what’s happening in the brain and body, what it looks like, and how we can support at each stage. Visuals for parents/educators and child voice style for young people. For more support, see our Timeline of a Meltdown Resource Pack – link in comments below ⬇️ or Linktree Shop in Bio.

07/11/2025

It’s a spoiler 😱…….. but also a MASSIVE step forward in modern masculinity 😊☁️

Alan Carr, David Olusoga, Nick Mohammed… this is what modern masculinity looks like!!!

(🚨Spoiler alert - look away if you haven’t seen the Traitors finale)

Masculinity isn’t about putting on a strong face, taking shots at competitors, or revelling in someone else’s weakness.

It’s about having the strength to appear vulnerable, losing gracefully, and supporting others when they’re down.

Hats off to you Alan, David, and Nick.

What a beautiful moment and what incredible TV ❤️

05/11/2025

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