Cathy Daly

I have practice in
Mullingar
and
The Littlejohn Centre Dublin
Address: Unit 1A2 Bluebell Business Centre, Old Naas Road, Dublin 12, D12 XV7K
Phone: +353-87-245-8884
Email: cathy AT play-therapy.ie

Humans need connection to thrive, and we believe that it's deeply innate to our wellbeing. We work in a type of ecosystem together, just like the woodland – the “wood wide web,” where plants are in a relationship with each other and the mammals around them. Our focus is on building relationships and immersing ourselves in the natural world.

We provide guided workshops and experiences that embrace the soothing aspects of nature, promoting connection, calm and focus. Our belief is that by allowing the soothing aspects of the woods to bathe the nervous system, people can ease an overthinking and busy “monkey” mind.

We provide supportive education outdoors that offers professionals and parents/carers psychoeducation. These teachings looks at the emotional needs in children and wellbeing and is rooted in my play therapy background and mindfulness. Our aim is to provide a learning environment that feels supportive and caring to participants.

Nurturing relationships between parents and children while experiencing joy and awe together strengthens our innate connections with our environment. We believe that by creating a supportive and nurturing environment, children can develop a positive outlook on their future, and families can develop a greater appreciation and love for nature. Our motto is, “You can’t love what you don’t know.”

We value connection to our Irish roots with “beagan Gealige” and standing strong as our modern-day keepers of the land.

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." - Lao Tzu

Piglet: “How do you spell ‘love’?”
Pooh: “You don’t spell it…you feel it.” —Winnie the Pooh

Awe and Wonder: We always leave ourselves open to the magical sense of a woodland adventure. We encourage people to take the time to appreciate the awe and wonder of nature, as it helps us to develop a greater appreciation and love for the environment.
"In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir

Our sessions while planned will adapt to the needs and experiences of the children in the group – where the beginners mind brings them to or where their senses guide them – embracing the here and now and its emergent qualities with a wholly open heart.