Ailbhe Howard

Position: Play therapist

Professional background: Play Therapy MA Psychology GDip BAPT International Play Therapist IPTA Registered Member BACP Registered Member MBACP Theraplay based Practitioner (Level 2) Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (Level 1) Therapeutic Life Story Work Qualified Practitioner Play Therapy Clinical Supervisor

Year joined: 2019

Specialities and areas of interest:
Ailbhe is currently doing online work only. Therapeutic Approaches: Child-centred, non-directive Play Therapy Theraplay® (attachment-based, dyadic work with parent and child) Parent consultation and caregiver support Therapeutic Life Story Work Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP-informed) Key Areas of Experience & Interest: Early developmental trauma Attachment and family relationship challenges Trauma, including sexual abuse Anxiety and emotional regulation Neurodiversity, including Autism Spectrum Conditions and PDA Social and peer relationship difficulties Anger, stress, and behavioural challenges Bereavement and loss

What do you enjoyed outside of work?  

I love swimming (pool or sea, depending on the weather that is! )