HSE National Drug Treatment Centre Playtherapy Department

The HSE National Drug Treatment Centre Playtherapy Department provides a specialised therapeutic environment for children and families affected by substance misuse. Operating within the broader National Drug Treatment Centre, the playroom offers a safe, child‑friendly space where therapeutic play activities are used to support emotional expression, resilience and recovery. The department’s approach integrates play‑based interventions with the centre’s high‑quality, client‑focused treatment model, ensuring that young children receive age‑appropriate support while their families engage with addiction services. The facility is designed to complement the centre’s guidance and training programmes for professionals working in substance misuse, offering practical demonstrations of play therapy techniques. By fostering a nurturing atmosphere, the playroom aims to mitigate the impact of parental drug use on children, promote healthy development, and contribute to broader policy development in drug and addiction management.