Is It Just Us?

Ep 29 Is It Just Us Or...Do We Need A Life Update!

Is It Just Us?

Show Notes

Ok, so much has been going on, it is high time we filled you guys in! From home new to work news, we hope you enjoy this chatty life update episode!

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Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here

Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below. https://debbiecullinane.ie/ https://www.hayley-rice.com/

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