Location: Northstar Counselling & Therapy Centre, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.
Telephone: 0876196582 Email: sophiedobbsplaytherapy@gmail.com
Qualifications:
Masters of Arts in Play Therapy, Munster Technological University (MTU) Cork.
Postgraduate Diploma in Play Therapy, Munster Technological University (MTU) Cork.
BA in Early Childhood Education & Care, Carlow Institute of Technology, (currently South East Technological University Wexford Campus.
Personal Bio:
Sophie’s background began in the Early Years Education setting where she spent 8 rewarding years working with children from 6 months-12 years. Through her work she identified a gap in the support available for children’s emotional well-being, which inspired her to deepen her knowledge, leading her to complete Postgraduate and Master’s studies in Play Therapy. Sophie is passionate about working alongside families in order to support children to feel heard, supported and empowered to thrive. Sophie’s approach is non-directive and child- centred. Sophie provides a safe, warm, non- judgemental environment where children can freely express themselves and navigate challenges at their own pace through play, which is their natural medium of communicating.
Area of Interest:
Sophie provides play therapy to children aged 4-12 who are experiencing emotional and behavioural difficulties, anxiety, low self-esteem, confidence, aggression, family changes, school difficulties, bereavement and loss.
Additional Trainings:
Children First and Mandated Person Training.
Introduction to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and Early Trauma (Online Training).
Therapeutic Play Skills QQI Minor Award Level 6 (The Children’s Therapy Centre, Co. Westmeath).