Catherine Gaukroger

Hi, I’m Cat and my business name is Playing For Their Lives Play Therapy.
I am an Accredited Play Therapist, registered with PTUK, a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and a Certified Parent-Child Attachment Play (PCAP) practitioner.
I am based in Exeter and work predominantly in Devon in schools and in private practice. In addition, I work alongside a local charity providing Play and Creative Arts Therapy for children who are victims of, or affected by, crime.
I have worked with children from 4 years to teenagers, with a wide range of difficulties including ADHD, abuse (emotional, physical and sexual), anger, anxiety, attachment or bonding, being at risk of being excluded from school, being withdrawn/unhappy, bereavement and loss, bullying or being bullied, difficulties in concentrating and/or learning, divorce and separation, domestic violence, eating or sleeping, grief and loss, lack of confidence, parental absence, parental depression or illness, parental drug/alcohol abuse, physical disabilities, low self-esteem and children who have experienced traumatic events. I also have experience of working with fostered and SGO children and their families.
I am a dedicated practitioner, passionate about my work helping to improve the lives of children. I understand the importance of building and maintaining positive relationships, not only with the child I’m working with, but also with their parent(s), carers, schools and other professionals, to achieve the best outcome for the child and their family.
My previous qualifications include a Foundation Degree in Teaching and Learning, topped up to an Honours Degree in Professional Practice, specialising in Children’s Services. Prior to training to become a Play Therapist, I supported children in schools experiencing a wide range of difficulties.
I am a mum to five grown-up children, two step-daughters and three dogs, who I enjoy walking in the beautiful Devon countryside.

 

  • Organisation: PTUK
  • Membership Number: 201904178
  • Town: Exeter
  • County: Devon
  • Country: United Kingdom

Qualification: Accredited Play Therapist

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