Root Children is a play therapy and creative psychotherapy practice, with a significant emphasis on supporting the system around the child. 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 is in her final year of training as a child and adolescent psychotherapist (specialising in play) with The Children’s Therapy Centre. Using creative approaches, this is a 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.