Samantha Boyle (Dip

Samantha Boyle is a qualified Childrens’ Wellbeing and Mental Health Practitioner currently employed at Bolder Academy since July 2024. With extensive experience in child therapy, Samantha has been working with Plays2talk and The Purple Elephant Project since September 2019, utilizing play therapy to support children's mental health and well-being. Samantha serves as a guest lecturer at the University of Roehampton, teaching nursing students about play therapy applications. Previous roles include a nursing specialist at The Royal London Hospital and a teaching assistant at St Marys and St Peters Primary School. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Psychology and Bachelor's degrees in Neuroscience and Registered Nursing, along with a diploma in Child Development and a diploma in Art Therapy. Samantha is a qualified member of the British Association of Play Therapists (BAPT).