The Purple Elephant Project

because children should be heard

An important message from Jenny, our founder and CEO

Our Vision

"That children feel heard and supported towards happier lives"

Our Mission

"To support children to transform their lives through the provision of high-quality, accessible integrated therapy services"

About Us

Welcome to The Purple Elephant Project

We are a children’s mental health charity, supporting over 100 children and their families every week with therapeutic services such as Play and Art Therapy across the London Boroughs of Richmond, Hounslow and beyond.

We’re here for children and their families facing various challenges, such as trauma, mild anxiety, lack of confidence or sadness. Through specialist therapeutic services tailored to each child’s unique needs, we work to transform lives; enabling children to reach their full potential and a brighter future.

If you care as much as we do about changing a child’s life, why not support us. You can donate, fundraise or volunteer.

Find us in Twickenham, London

Located in Twickenham, supporting children and families to engage with our professional staff and volunteers.

Thank you to our generous supporters

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Impact And Outcomes

Our impact in numbers

We are a small charity but we aim to make a big impact. Here are the numbers from 21st December 2023 to 30th December 2024.

visits to our hub
939 +

We are fortunate to have a wonderful team of therapists who are dedicated to delivering our services to the community

therapy sessions delivered
3911 +

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hours of therapy provided
3087 +

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hours of parent/carer support
1952 +

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Our Services

Services We PRovide

The Purple Elephant Project offers a range of services, accessible from both our hub space based in Twickenham and through subsidised, outreach work in schools and the local community.

Play Therapy

A form of child psychotherapy which provides a way for children to express their thoughts and emotions through the medium of play rather than talking. For a child, the toys become their words and our Play Therapists work to help children explore their feelings and process their experiences through play.

Filial Therapy

A Play Therapy based intervention which includes the parent or carer in the sessions, enhancing interactions and relationships, providing an understanding of the child’s world and encouraging the child to express their feelings through the safety of play.

Theraplay®

Therapy focused on enhancing attachments, improving engagement, self-esteem and trust. Based on healthy patterns of interactions between adults and children focussing on the four essential qualities of: structure, engagement, nurture and challenge. The activities are fun, interactive and very playful.

REFERRING A CHILD TO THE PURPLE ELEPHANT PROJECT

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Client Testimonials

Client Testimonials and Experiences

We have had some wonderful feedback from our clients.

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Why use play therapy

How Play Therapy helps children

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What We Do

Our Theory of Change

By empowering children early, we help prevent longer-term, more difficult and costly mental health illnesses from developing in adolescence and adulthood. This gives children the real chance to transform their lives and reach their full potential.

Approach

We offer creative therapies in a calm, consistent environment. We also work with families and schools to build a supportive network around the child.

Short-term outcomes

Children begin to feel safer, more settled and better able to express their feelings in a way that suits them. Families report early changes in behaviour, communication, and connection.

Long-term outcomes

With ongoing support, children develop emotional resilience, stronger attachments and healthier coping strategies. Families feel better equipped to support their child's emotional wellbeing over time.

Impact

Our therapies have proven effective in helping children feel safer, more understood and better able to express difficult emotions. Through regular reviews with families and therapists, we see real, sustainable changes in wellbeing, confidence and resilience.

Making a Referral

How to refer a child

Referrals can be made via a child’s guardian or a professional. Complete our  online referral form to start the referral process.

Events

Fundraising Events

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Our Services

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