About the Therapist - Play Therapy with Allie

I began my career as a primary school teacher, having qualified from Mary Immaculate College with a Bachelor of Education in Education and Psychology. Through my work in schools and my training as a Call Facilitator with the ISPCC, I developed a strong interest in supporting children’s emotional wellbeing.

I then pursued further professional development in the area of Play Therapy by completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills in 2022, followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Play Therapy (Level 9 NFQ) in 2023.

I graduated in 2025, having completed 200 supervised clinical hours within primary school settings. Having identified a need for accessible play therapy services in West Connemara, I founded Play Therapy with Allie, offering a space where children can “play out” anything that may be going on for them in a safe and nurturing environment.

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Education in Education & Psychology Mary Immaculate College

- Post Graduate Certificate in Therapeutic Play Skills Leeds Beckett University

- Post Graduate Diploma in Play Therapy University of Chichester

-Trauma informed Therapist - Beacon House

Insurance

Insurance held to practice as a Play Therapist.

APAC Trained

My practice is guided by the professional standards and ethical frameworks of the Academy of Play and Child Psychotherapy.

Garda Vetting

I hold current Garda Vetting through both the Department of Education and Play Therapy Ireland.

Fully Supervised

I work under regular clinical supervision, which helps ensure good practice and high professional standards. (Therapy sessions are private and not observed).

Registered Member of Play Therapy Ireland

Membership Number: 2022005608

This means I follow strict professional and ethical standards, receive regular clinical supervision, and complete ongoing professional development to ensure the highest quality of care for children.

Link to Register of Play & Creative Arts Therapists

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