Introducing Play Therapy with Anya

Play is a child’s first language.

It’s how they express feelings, process experiences, and make sense of the world around them.

Synergetic Play Therapy® is a cutting-edge, research-informed approach that integrates:

• Nervous system regulation

• Attachment theory

• Interpersonal neurobiology

• Mindfulness

• Therapist authenticity

This model goes beyond just play—it is relational, body-based, and developmentally attuned. In sessions, I meet your child exactly where they are emotionally, offering them a safe and structured space to work through what words can’t yet express.

Each session is tailored, warm, and grounded in connection—making therapy feel natural, empowering, and safe.

Children don’t always say how they feel—but they show it in their play.

Through therapeutic play, children process fear, anger, grief, confusion, and other complex emotions. With my guidance as a certified Synergetic Play Therapist, your child will:

• Build emotional regulation and resilience

• Heal from past or ongoing emotional distress

• Feel seen, heard, and supported in a non-judgmental space

I follow a child-led approach rooted in deep emotional attunement, creating space for your child to feel safe enough to explore and express.

Maya (name changed) was 6 years old when she began therapy after her mother left home.

In one session, she placed three toy eggs in a sand tray—two nestled in a nest, and one buried in the sand. I gently reflected:

“I see you’ve placed two eggs safely together. One seems to be hidden beneath the sand. I wonder what it’s like for that egg to be separated.”

This allowed Maya to bring her internal world into the session, using symbolism to process abandonment. Over time, her play revealed deeper emotions, helping her build clarity and emotional strength.

This is the power of Play Therapy—healing through metaphor, movement, and meaning.

I work with children and teens aged 3–17. Play Therapy is especially helpful for:

• Grief and Loss (divorce, separation, death, adoption)

• Behavioral Issues (defiance, aggression, emotional outbursts)

• Emotional Distress (anxiety, sadness, nightmares)

• Trauma & Abuse (violence, neglect, bullying)

• Social Withdrawal or Isolation

• School Challenges (attention issues, learning difficulties)

My approach is trauma-informed, neurobiologically attuned, culturally-sensitive and LGBTQIA+ affirming. It is customized to each child’s needs.

Each child communicates differently. My Play Therapy toolkit includes:

• 🧸 Sand trays and miniatures

• 🎨 Art, craft, and therapeutic storytelling

• 🎭 Puppets, drama and masks

• 🎶 Music and movement

• 🌬️ Breathwork and body regulation techniques

• 🧘🏽 Guided visualization

These tools support cognitive, emotional, and sensory integration. Sessions are both therapeutic and developmentally appropriate.

Children heal in different ways. I offer a range of Play Therapy approaches to meet each child where they are — emotionally, developmentally, and relationally:

• Child-Centered Play Therapy

  A non-directive model where your child leads the way. This builds trust, autonomy, and emotional resilience through self-guided play.

• Synergetic Play Therapy

  A cutting-edge approach that combines play with nervous system regulation and co-regulation. Rooted in neuroscience and mindfulness.

• Filial Play Therapy

  A powerful parent-child model that helps you connect with your child through structured, guided play. Build trust, reduce conflict, and become your child’s emotional anchor.

• Nature-Based Play Therapy

  Held outdoors, this approach allows children to engage with natural elements that support grounding, sensory integration, and emotional release.

• Online Play Therapy

  Secure virtual sessions that offer continuity and accessibility, with creative adaptations that still foster playful, meaningful connection and therapeutic progress.

Step 1: Free 15-Minute Discovery Call

We connect briefly over video to understand your concerns and explore if this is the right fit.

Step 2: Initial Consultation (75 mins)

A deep-dive into your child’s history, behavior, and emotional needs. We co-create therapy goals.

Step 3: Ongoing Play Therapy Sessions (40 mins)

A consistent schedule—usually weekly for a minimum of 12 Play Therapy sessions—helps build safety and momentum.

Step 4: Parent Support

Regular updates, insights, and tools empower you to support your child’s emotional growth at home. You are an active part of this journey.

If you’re seeking a warm, qualified therapist who understands how to connect with your child—emotionally, developmentally, and relationally—you’re in the right place.

As a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist and PCI® Certified Parent Coach, I bring together neuroscience, child psychology, and heart-centered care. Whether you’re based in Bangalore or connecting with me online across India or internationally, your child will receive focused, personalized support in a space designed for healing.

👉 Book a Free Call and let’s take the first step together.

As a lifelong learner and therapist committed to meeting children exactly where they are, I’m actively expanding my skills in two emerging areas of Play Therapy:

👶 Infant Play Therapy(Training in Progress)

I’m currently pursuing advanced training to support infants and their caregivers through attuned, co-regulatory play. This modality focuses on strengthening early attachment, supporting nervous system regulation, and nurturing preverbal emotional expression in babies and toddlers.

🎮 Video Game Play Therapy(Training in Progress)

I’m exploring ways to therapeutically integrate age-appropriate video games into sessions with tweens and teens. This innovative approach builds emotional connection, encourages self-expression, and promotes social-emotional development—especially for children who feel more at ease in digital spaces.

These modalities are not yet part of my formal services, but they represent the future direction of my practice. If you’re curious about either of these approaches and how they may benefit your child, please feel free to reach out.

Real stories from families who’ve experienced the impact of Play Therapy.

💬 “Over the past year, Anya has been such a beautiful presence in our daughter's life. From starting out feeling unsure and timid, our daughter has begun to blossom into this amazing, confident version of herself, all thanks to the gentle guidance of Anya. Anya has created a trustworthy, cozy virtual space where she feels safe to be her true self. 

At first, we didn't really know much about play therapy; we just went with what little we found on Google. But choosing play therapy and choosing Anya was one of the best decisions we ever made for our child. Even though the sessions are online, they work like magic. And it's not just the therapy itself that's wonderful. Anya also takes the time to discuss with us what we can do to support our child's development. She also discusses our child's progress in the review sessions, and they're always eye-opening.

Seeing our daughter learn to take up space and exist without apologising for it is just amazing. What really touches our hearts is how Anya has managed to build such a strong bond with her. Even though our child is usually quite shy, she really looks forward to her time with Anya every week. Anya has this special way of making her feel heard and understood, and that's something we'll always be grateful for. Anya truly deserves all the praise and love in the world for the wonderful work she does. We highly, highly recommend Anya's services.”

— Christina from Singapore, mother to 10 year old.*

💬 “Play therapy with Anya has been instrumental in the development of my child. Anya has helped me reflect on the the environment provided to my child, and making changes as required has helped us tremendously as a family. My child has started communicating and expressing his thoughts and feelings in a positive manner. It has helped open up different facets of his personality too. We still have a long way to go, but I am better equipped to deal with the challenges that lie ahead. I am grateful to Anya for her reassuring guidance and patience throughout.

Thank you Anya, I am thankful for your coming into our lives and showing us the way.”

— Meera, mother to 4 year old child expressing aggression and anger due to parents’ marital difficulties in Bengaluru.*

💬 “Our friend introduced us to Anya’s Play therapy sessions. This method seemed like a way for our child to express his emotions and communicate openly. It truly provided a safe space for our child to share his fears, concerns, and feelings. We appreciate Anya for assisting our child in facing and expressing his emotions rather than withdrawing or having outbursts. While we acknowledge that there’s still a journey ahead, we find solace in the fact that we’re not walking it alone.”

— Rishab, father to 12 year old child in Bengaluru.*

💬 “I am happy because Anya is friendly.”

— Shivani, 5 year old child attending Play Therapy due to stress-induced skin condition, nightmares and fraught relationship with mother following arrival of newborn.*

💬 “Although Anya felt that Play Therapy would not be a suitable option for my child, she was sensitive to my pain and took the time out to counsel me. Additionally she recommended a suitable professional for my family. I feel comforted in knowing that I can reach out to her when I need her support.”

— Vaishali.*

🛡️ All names have been changed to maintain confidentiality.

You don’t have to do this alone. Whether your child is struggling with big feelings, behavioral challenges, or emotional overwhelm—support is just a conversation away.

👉 Book your free discovery call and explore if Play Therapy is the right fit.