Hello, I'm Amy, a Certified Play Therapist and founder of Little Buds Creative Therapies.
I provide gentle, child-centred therapeutic support for children and young people in Norwich and across Norfolk, creating a warm and accepting space where children can feel safe to express themselves in their own way and at their own pace.
I believe every child deserves to feel heard, understood, valued and accepted for who they are.
Meet Amy
Certified Play Therapist in Norwich, Norfolk
My journey to Play Therapy
My passion for play therapy developed through my work in the social care sector, where I supported autistic children and children with complex communication needs.
During this time, I was introduced to a range of therapeutic approaches designed to help children express themselves and feel understood.
Seeing the importance of non-verbal communication and creative expression in supporting children's emotional wellbeing led me to explore play therapy more deeply and ultimately train as a Certified Play Therapist.
It felt like a natural progression from the work I was already passionate about, understanding the individual child and finding ways of connecting and communicating that feel right for them.
My approach
Every child is unique, so I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy.
My practice is based on an integrative, holistic model of play therapy. This allows me to draw upon different creative and therapeutic approaches in response to the individual needs of each child.
My approach is gentle, child-centred and led by the belief that children need to feel safe and accepted before meaningful therapeutic exploration can take place.
Rather than expecting a child to explain how they feel, I offer opportunities for expression through play and creative media. This might include art, sand, clay, puppets, storytelling, imaginative play, movement or music.
The therapeutic relationship is at the heart of my work. I aim to provide a consistent and accepting space where children can explore their inner world without judgement or pressure.
For me, play therapy isn't about changing who a child is. It's about supporting them to understand themselves and their experiences, develop emotional resilience and discover their own ways of moving forward.
I am a Certified Play Therapist and a member of Play Therapy UK (PTUK).
I am also registered on the Register of Play and Creative Arts Therapists, which is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
As part of my professional practice, I undertake ongoing clinical supervision and continuing professional development to support safe, ethical and reflective therapeutic work.
You can click on the logos to find out more about my professional registration and membership.
My professional practice
A bit about Little Buds
I created Little Buds Creative Therapies from the belief that children flourish when they are given the right environment, relationships and support.
Children don't all communicate in the same way, develop at the same pace or experience the world in the same way. Little Buds is a space where those differences can be respected.
My hope is that every child I work alongside feels that they can simply be themselves while being gently supported to explore whatever they may be experiencing.
Where little buds are supported to flourish.
Get in touch
Choosing therapeutic support for your child can feel like a big step, and you don't need to know exactly what your child is experiencing before getting in touch.
Whether you're a parent or carer considering play therapy, a school looking for therapeutic support, or another professional wishing to make an enquiry, you're very welcome to contact me.