About Me

I am a Counsellor, an Accredited Play and Creative Arts Therapist, and Play Therapy Supervisor. I offer my services through Smiles Counselling and Play Therapy which is based in Gravesham and I work within the County of Kent. I have worked in Primary Schools, in teaching and SENCo roles, since 2007; I later trained as a Play Therapist as I recognised the beneficial results and difference play therapy can make in and outside of school. I then trained as an adult and children’s counsellor as I recognised the need for this support. I can now adapt the therapy to suit the needs of children or adults and work in a way that suits each individual.    

Areas covered: Gravesham, Dartford, Medway and surrounding area.

Qualifications

  • Play Therapy Diploma in Therapeutic Play Skills  http://apac.org.uk/
  • Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills   http://apac.org.uk/
  • Certificate in Counselling Children and Young People
  • Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People
  • Clinical Supervisor (For Play and Creative Arts Therapies)
  • Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
  • Ba(Hons) Social Sciences
  • PGCE
  • National Award for Special Educational Needs

I’m on the Play Therapy UK (PTUK) register, and the BACP register. I have an Enhanced DBS and Professional Liability Insurance.

Please contact me if you would like to discuss Counselling or Play Therapy. I offer a free consultation to discuss your needs and answer any questions you might have. Please email me using the contact page or call me Sara on 07510 399 429.