Find out more about Talking About Loss’s Mission to Provide Play Therapy SupportTalking About Loss, a York-based bereavement charity, has primarily focused on offering support to bereaved adults. However, they have identified a growing demand for assistance among children and young people in the York area. As a result, they are committed to broadening their services to provide tailored support specifically for bereaved children.
Losing a loved one is an incredibly challenging experience, especially for children and young people who may struggle to recognise, understand, or process their emotions. Bereavement can have a significant impact on a child’s mental and emotional well-being, affecting their ability to cope with loss and navigate their grief. Identifying difficulties in children several months after bereavement can be challenging, and addressing these challenges promptly is crucial.
Play therapy is beneficial for bereaved children and young people struggling with the complexities of grief. Expressing emotions verbally can be challenging for children who have lost a loved one. In play therapy, they find a safe space to naturally express themselves through toys, art, and imagination, without the pressure of structured conversation.
Through play, they act out scenarios and engage with toys, providing therapists with insights into their emotions. This approach helps children regain a sense of control in a world that feels uncertain post-loss.
Additionally, play therapy builds a trusting relationship between the child and therapist, empowering children to navigate their grief journey while learning coping strategies. In essence, play therapy offers bereaved children a sanctuary to process their emotions and develop resilience, guided by the therapeutic power of play.
In the York area, a significant obstacle for children seeking play therapy to cope with bereavement is the lack of funding for sessions. Many families already grappling with the financial strain of medical bills, funeral expenses, or loss of income find it challenging to access the support they desperately need. Your contribution can help alleviate this barrier, ensuring that cost does not hinder bereaved families and children from accessing essential support.
The scarcity of qualified play therapists in the York area further exacerbates this issue. With your support, Talking About Loss aim to address these barriers for local children and their families. They are working in partnership with local play therapists to provide charity funded sessions when donations make this possible. Their goal is to fund the training of more local professionals as play therapists and provide sessions where bereaved children can receive the necessary support.
Every child deserves the chance to heal, grow, and thrive, regardless of their circumstances. Your donation will profoundly impact the lives of grieving children and their families in our community.
You can make a donation to Talking About Loss via their Just Giving page here.
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Let’s work together to help prioritise the well-being of bereaved children in our community by ensuring that play therapy is accessible to all those who need it. Thank you for your generosity and support.
