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Pebbles Ireland

Where Small Steps Matter

At Pebbles Ireland, we believe meaningful connection can create lasting change.

Through compassionate therapeutic and well-being support, we help children, young people, families and professionals feel understood, strengthen relationships and move forward with greater confidence.

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Upcoming workshops

Clane

The Brave Brain Club Halloween Workshop

A two-hour play-based Halloween workshop for children aged 7–10, designed to make learning about emotions fun, creative and memorable.

Through spooky slime, sensory play, games and creative activities, children will discover more about their brave brains and bodies, explore what happens when big feelings show up, and practise helpful tools they can use in everyday life.

This workshop is facilitated by not one, but TWO Accredited Play Therapists, bringing plenty of therapeutic knowledge, creativity and playful fun to the morning!

Book the Brave Brain ClubToday!

Newbridge FRC

The Pebbles Parenting Programme: November 4th : 5pm-6pm : Free and available to parents residing in Newbridge, Co.Kildare.

The Pebbles Parenting Programme is a 12-week supportive programme designed to strengthen connection, build confidence and support you in navigating the everyday experiences of parenting.

Together, we explore topics including emotional regulation, the nervous system, child development, connection through play, understanding behaviour, and setting healthy limits. The programme offers practical, compassionate strategies while recognising that every child, parent and family is different.

We are delighted to bring the Pebbles Parenting Programme back free of charge to the community through Newbridge Family Resource Centre, with funding from the Late Late Toy Show Appeal.

Book for Free Today!

How Can Pebbles Ireland Support You?

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Children & Young People

A safe and supportive space where children and young people can explore their feelings, build confidence, strengthen their emotional well-being, and feel truly heard and understood.

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Parental/Carers & Families

A supportive space for parents, carers and families to build understanding, strengthen connection and feel more confident supporting their children.

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Professionals

Creative and reflective support that nurtures your professional well-being, strengthens your practice, and provides space to feel grounded, connected, and supported.

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Schools & Organisations

Collaborative and tailored support that strengthens well-being, builds capacity, and responds to the unique needs of your school or organisation community.

You might be here because…

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Your child is struggling with big feelings

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Your child has experienced change or a difficult time

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You want to help your child understand & regulate their emotions

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You want to strengthen your relationship with your child

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You want to learn & grow together as a family

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You want to support your child's well-being before difficulties arise

Supports at Pebbles Ireland

For Children
For Young People (13+)
For Parents
For Professionals
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play therapy

Play Therapy

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Parental Supports

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Clinical Supervision

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Group

Supports

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Workshops Programmes

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Online Supports

Online

Supports

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Hi I’m Aoife Fennell!

I’m the founder of Pebbles Ireland, an Accredited Integrative Holistic Play Therapist and Trainee Clinical Creative Supervisor.

At the heart of my work is a passion for helping children and families build stronger connections within themselves, with each other and in their everyday lives.

I’m committed to continually developing my practice and keeping up to date with current neuroscience and evidence-informed approaches. I bring this knowledge together with play, creativity and an integrative, holistic approach to provide thoughtful and responsive support for the children, families and professionals I work with.

More about Aoife
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Ready to take the next small step?

You don’t need to know which support is right for you or your family.

Reach out, and we can explore the next step together.

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What Do People Say About Pebbles Ireland?

  • “Aoife's compassionate approach has been incredibly helpful for our family. She has helped us better understand our child and how we can support him. We can't thank her enough.”

    -Parent of Play Therapy Client-

  • Aoife was clear in all aspects of the process, she was professional but also caring and explained everything so well, great communication"

    -Parent of Play Therapy Client-

  • “Aoife created a space where everyone felt heard and understood. I’m truly grateful for the positive impact it’s had on my life.”

    -Pebbles Parenting Programme Participant-

  • “Aoife has been a blessing for my child. Her patience and expertise has greatly helped improve her confidence and coping skills.”

    -Parent of Play Therapy Client-

  • “I honestly never thought I could become a gentle parent. I have learned so many tools to help with daily tantrums. Thinking more about the need than the tantrum definitely changed my mindset.”

    -Pebbles Parenting Programme Participant-

  • "Aoife established a great relationship with my son. She was welcoming and friendly he really enjoyed seeing her before eash session. I can see huge improvements in the way he engages in play"

    -Parent of Play Therapy Client-

  • “I really enjoyed the programme and feel it’s helped me become a calmer, more mindful parent.”

    -Pebbles Parenting Programme Participant-

  • "Aoife developed a very positive and easy working relationship with our son and kept us in the loop as much as permitted by the rules of confidentiality. She had some great suggestions that we were actually able to implement for both our kids. Overall it was a great experience for our family."

    -Parent of a Play Therapy Client-

  • “I would highly recommend the Pebbles Programme to any parent.”

    -Pebbles Parenting Programme Participant-

  • “Aoife created a space where everyone felt heard and understood. I’m truly grateful for the positive impact it’s had on my life.”

    -Pebbles Parenting Programme Participant-

  • "Play Therapy with Aoife has definitely helped my child with how she is feeling and helped find healthier ways to process things. It has also helped myself by giving me tools/skills to be able to manage my child’s behaviour. My child also loved Aoife and was sad to leave, I think this speaks volumes on how Aoife is with children.”

    -Parent of Play Therapy Client-

  • “This programme was something really needed. It has brought a lot of awareness to some stuff I didn’t even realise until now.”

    -Pebbles Parenting Programme Participant-

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