Filial Therapy

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About 

Filial Therapy 

What is Filial Therapy?

Filial Therapy is a play therapy-based intervention that actively involves parents or carers in the therapeutic process, strengthening relationships and emotional understanding.

How filial therapy helps

Parents and carers develop a deeper understanding of their child’s emotional world and learn therapeutic play skills that can be used at home. This supports emotional connection, trust and long-term positive change.

What sessions look like

Sessions include guided play, reflection and support from the therapist. Caregivers are supported to build confidence and emotional attunement, helping children feel safe, understood and supported.

Working together as a family

Filial Therapy empowers families by strengthening relationships and embedding therapeutic support into everyday life.