Counselling for Children
Research shows that creative play, including clay work and art activities, provides a safe and supportive environment for young children to express emotions and process difficult experiences.
At Nancy’s Creative Counselling, we use clay, painting, imaginative play, dress-ups, and body-work to help children communicate feelings that may be hard to put into words.
This type of play-based and creative expression has been shown to support emotional regulation, resilience, and healing, particularly for children who have experienced stress or trauma. Through clay work and other creative modalities, children can explore their emotions in a way that feels natural, safe, and empowering.
For neurodivergent children, creative play and clay-based activities offer a flexible, non-judgmental approach to connecting, exploring sensory experiences, and expressing themselves in ways that feel comfortable and meaningful. These activities allow children to engage with their emotions and surroundings while building confidence, self-awareness, and emotional wellbeing.
Parents and carers can also use these creative play and clay work activities to support NDIS goals, including:
Building emotional regulation skills
Enhancing sensory processing and self-awareness
Improving social and communication skills
Fostering self-confidence and resilience
Supporting personal growth through creative expression
“It’s not about being good at creativity, it’s about creativity being good for you.” James McCrae
