ABOUT Laura

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Laura is a qualified play therapist who is both committed and incredibly well equipped to help children. She began her journey by firstly attaining her Honours Psychology Degree and having achieved this she progressed on to being awarded her Post Graduate Diploma in Play Therapy, she is also a qualified Relax Kids Coach.


Laura's experience includes work in childcare and working with children with additional needs. She has also worked with the Good Shepherd services in Cork as a carer while also volunteering with the children of Edel House, an emergency residential centre based in Cork City.


Laura is a firm believer and practitioner of the Non-directive child centred model of play therapy. She has always believed that childhood should be a simple, carefree time filled with joy and laughter and she is 100% committed to achieving this for all of her young clients.

   
Laura set up her private practice in Ballincollig in July 2016. Her playroom is a wonderfully fun yet soothing space that she takes great pride in.

Laura is fully insured and is a registered pre-accredited member of the Irish Association for Play Therapy and Psychotherapy (IAPTP).