Caroline Murphy Play Therapy

Online Sessions

Parent Support

I offer one-to-one online parent support sessions via Zoom, typically lasting one hour. Whenever possible, it’s very helpful for both parents to attend, as shared understanding and consistency can make a big difference when supporting your child.

What We’ll Work On Together

Psychoeducation and Understanding Your Child

A key part of my approach is psychoeducation. I provide information on child development, brain development, and typical emotional and behavioural stages, helping parents understand what may be driving their child’s behaviours. Sessions also focus on your child’s strengths, interests, and challenges.

Using Play as a Tool

Play is an important and often under-used tool that parents can use to connect with, understand, and support their child. You can try these approaches at home and provide feedback in follow-up sessions. With your consent, I may also share relevant resources after our sessions.

Empowering Parents

These sessions are designed to empower you as a parent. By understanding your child’s development and learning effective ways to respond to challenges, you can strengthen your relationship, reduce conflict, and foster resilience and confidence in your child. Parents often tell me that even small changes in how they respond at home can lead to noticeable improvements in their child’s mood, behaviour, and overall wellbeing. Attending these sessions gives you tools, insight, and reassurance so you feel more confident and supported in your parenting journey.

When Parent Support Can Help

Parent support can be used preventatively, for specific challenges, or while waiting for a child to begin therapy. These sessions give parents a safe space to be heard, gain new insights, and develop strategies to respond rather than react to difficulties. They also support parents in understanding their own triggers, building self-awareness, and fostering healthy family dynamics.

Booking, Fees, and Cancellations

Parent support sessions are €70 per session, payable at the time of booking. Please provide at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. If less than 48 hours’ notice is given, the full session fee will be charged, as the time is held specifically for you.

Enquire or Book Now

You can use the form to book or enquire about a one-to-one parent support session. I’ll respond within one working day.

Alternatively, you can contact me directly at:

carolinemurphyplaytherapy@gmail.com