Root Children is a play therapy and creative psychotherapy practice, with a significant emphasis on supporting the system around the child or adolescent. Originating as a forest school, Root Children continues to research and integrate nature-based approaches.

School Roots

School-based play therapy, staff and parent support services.

Family Roots

 Individualised play therapy interventions with parent support.

About Jennie

Jennie Casey is a play therapist and a member of the Irish Association of Play Therapy and Psychotherapy. Jennie qualified as a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist specialising in play with The Children’s Therapy Centre. Using creative approaches, this is a four year, humanistic and integrative training which is attachment and trauma-informed, with an emphasis on neurobiology and sensory play. 

Jennie is a fully qualified forest school leader and a member of the Irish Forest School Association and is certified in Nature Based Play Therapy. She was awarded a first-class-honours degree in Drama from Trinity College and has experience in drama-in-education.