PLAYMINDED
Supporting children and the grown -ups around them.
Therapeutic support, yoga, movement and playful experiences.
Two sides of Playminded. One shared belief.
Different spaces. Different purposes. Connected by a shared belief in the power of play and relationships.
Play is a natural way for children to communicate, explore and make sense of their experiences and the world around them. It gives them opportunities to express themselves, be curious, try new things and develop their understanding.
In Play Therapy, play becomes part of the therapeutic process.
In Playminded Pause, it comes together with yoga, movement, imagination and creativity for children and the grown-ups around them.
Therapeutic support for children & young people.
Child-centred Play Therapy offers children and young people a safe and accepting therapeutic space to explore and communicate at their own pace
Play • Move • Pause • Create • Connect.
Yoga, playful movement, games, mindfulness and breathwork for children and the grown-ups around them.
About me
Hello, I’m Laura and I’m the person behind Playminded.
For more than 19 years, I’ve worked alongside children across schools, nurseries, charities and psychological support services within hospitals.
With a BA (Hons) in Psychology and an MA in Play Therapy, I’m a BAPT registered and accredited Play Therapist, as well as a registered SandStory Therapist, Circle of Security Parenting Programme Facilitator and trained Children’s Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher.
These different strands of my professional experience - together with being a mum - have shaped where Playminded is today.
I work with schools and nurseries in a range of ways, shaped around the children, setting and what you are looking for.
Through Playminded, I offer therapeutic support for children and young people, providing a safe and nurturing space where they can communicate, explore and make sense of their experiences through play and creativity.
Playminded Pause offers something different, bringing together yoga, movement and play with imagination, storytelling, creativity, mindfulness and breathwork. This can include regular sessions, short programmes, after-school clubs and one-off workshops, adapted for different ages and settings.
With over 19 years’ experience working with children across schools, nurseries and other settings, I understand the importance of creating experiences that feel engaging, playful and responsive to the children taking part.
Schools & Nurseries
Get in touch
Whether you’re looking for therapeutic support for a child or young person, interested in Playminded Pause or parent support, or would like to explore working together within your school or nursery, I’d love to hear from you.