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I will be speaking on ‘Breaking Blocks: Exploring Rebellion, Resistance, and Renewal in Minecraft’ at Geek Therapy's virtual conference taking place 16-19 April.

TAGGS is the Therapeutic and Applied Geek and Gaming Summit.

Discover the full schedule and book your place here:

taggs.geektherapy.org

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March 2026 Newsletter — Playmode Academy This month's newsletter includes a reflection on presenting at the BACP Children, Young People and Families Conference, a 20% discount on Level 1 for subscribers, upcoming Level 2 training dates, and ...

This month's PlayMode Academy newsletter includes a reflection on presenting at the BACP CYP and Families Conference, a 20% discount on Level 1 in Using Minecraft as a Therapeutic Tool for subscribers, upcoming Level 2 training dates, and lots more
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Next week I’ll be presenting at the BACP CYP and Families conference.

I’ll be sharing insights from our recent Journal of Family Therapy article on how videogames can be valuable resources in therapy sessions.

www.bacp.co.uk/events/cypf2...

Feb 2026 Newsletter — Playmode Academy PlayMode Academy's February’s newsletter centres around families – from the newly published Journal of Family Therapy article, to resources supporting families to navigate gaming well, to the BACP Chi...

PlayMode Academy's February newsletter centres around families – from the newly published Journal of Family Therapy article, to resources supporting families to navigate gaming well.
Read the newsletter here: playmodeacademy.org/resources-an...

Using Minecraft as a Therapeutic Tool in Family Therapy — Playmode Academy Reflections and case material from a newly published Journal of Family Therapy article exploring systemic work with families in Minecraft.

What does family therapy look like inside a videogame?

Our new research article explores two case studies using Minecraft with neurodivergent children and their families.

I’ve shared additional images and reflections here: playmodeacademy.org/resources-an...

#familytherapy #minecraft

Exploring Grief Through Minecraft — Playmode Academy A free introductory webinar for practitioners supporting bereaved and pre-bereaved children and young people. The session will be recorded and the recording shared with everyone who registers, so you ...

Over 280 people registered for PlayMode Academy's free webinar, Exploring Grief through Minecraft.

Access the webinar recording free here: playmodeacademy.org/training/exp...

New Event How can we reach children and young people facing bereavement when words aren’t enough? This introductory webinar explores how Minecraft, the world’s most popular game, can be used as a therapeutic to...

Wow! Over 180 people have registered for PlayMode Academy’s free webinar on 'Exploring Grief through Minecraft' taking place Tues 3 Feb, 10.30am-12pm GMT.
Register for your free place: elliefinch.thinkific.com/products/liv...
You can also register to receive the recording if you can’t attend live.

January 2026 Newsletter — Playmode Academy This January newsletter shares updates from PlayMode Academy, including upcoming trainings, a free CPD webinar on Exploring Grief in Minecraft, conference dates, and opportunities to get involved in r...

My first newsletter of 2026 is out. It includes links to free resources, recent research, and upcoming training and events. Do subscribe if you’d like future updates, and feel free to share with colleagues. playmodeacademy.org/resources-an...

In the new year, a new webinar will explore how Minecraft can support young people in understanding and expressing grief. For more information: www.exchangewales.org/free-webinar...

December Newsletter — Playmode Academy If you are curious about using creative digital tools like Minecraft therapeutically, my December newsletter highlights a year of exciting growth for PlayMode Academy, including national media feature...

If you are curious about using creative digital tools like Minecraft therapeutically you can read my December newsletter here: playmodeacademy.org/resources-an...

I'll be joining MindSite News and Braulio Rivera from WellPower today for a discussion on using Minecraft as a therapeutic tool.
The event is free and you can register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Armour stands in various sizes, retextured and remodeled as figurines for @elliefinch.bsky.social @minecraftedu.bsky.social Sandtray World.

Great for expressing feelings without the need for words!

Welcome to Ellie Finch’s November Newsletter If you’re curious about using creative digital tools like Minecraft therapeutically, this newsletter highlights an exclusive 20% discount for newsletter readers, an upcoming free live webinar on explo...

This month’s newsletter highlights an exclusive 20% discount on Level 1 in Using Minecraft as a Therapeutic Tool for subscribers, an upcoming free live webinar on exploring grief in Minecraft, and feedback from our recent impact survey. www.linkedin.com/pulse/welcom...

Dan Noble from @outsidetheblocks.bsky.social, co-creator of the Sandtray Therapy Minecraft World, has created many incredible items for the world. The updated world is coming soon! Register for free access: playmodeacademy.org/visit-our-sa...

Welcome to Ellie Finch’s October Newsletter: This month’s focus is Parenting in a Digital World If you’re curious about using creative digital tools like Minecraft therapeutically, this newsletter highlights free resources, upcoming events, and a service spotlight to inspire you. Hello everyone!...

My October newsletter is out! This month I reflect on parenting my disabled daughter while building a non-profit, and on playing Minecraft Education with my son - plus free resources, research, and a free webinar for parents: www.linkedin.com/pulse/welcom...
#Minecraft #Therapy #Parenting

A rideable bicycle (modeled on my very own bike) I created for @elliefinch.bsky.social Sandtray Therapy World.

#MinecraftEducation
#Blockbench
#Outsidetheblocks

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Two types of old style school desks I created that appear in
@elliefinch.bsky.social Sandtray Therapy World.

#MinecraftEducation
#Blockbench
#Outsidetheblocks

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Hi Ben, I've just spotted your message. You can access the Sandtray Therapy Minecraft World for free by registering here: playmodeacademy.org/visit-our-sa...

Love this tractor!

I’m really grateful to @familywales.bsky.social for featuring my work on their blog and helping to share how creative digital tools like Minecraft can make mental health and social work support more accessible.

Welcome to Ellie Finch's August Newsletter for PlayMode Academy! Hello and welcome! I've been writing a newsletter regularly for a while now but only just discovered you can put them on LinkedIn! So here I am trying out the newsletter feature..

For those of you on LinkedIn... I've just started a newsletter on there....www.linkedin.com/pulse/welcome-ellie-finc...

Creative Changemaking: Highlights from Creative Cambridge Conference 2025 What does it mean to be a changemaker?For me, it means creating accessible, engaging services by meeting people exactly where they are – and sometimes, that’s in Minecraft.I was honoured to join the C...

What does it mean to be a changemaker? For me, it means meeting people where they are – and sometimes, that’s in Minecraft. I spoke about accessible, creative therapy at Creative Cambridge 2025. More here: www.elliefinch.co.uk/post/creativ...

It was a joy to speak on the Founders Panel at The Bradfield Centre for visiting students from The Wharton School. We explored how Cambridge shapes social impact. I shared my journey from mature undergrad student to founding a non-profit training practitioners in creative digital tools.

I joined Dr Jo Griffin on the Counselling Tutor Podcast to talk about supporting parent-carers of children with SEND and complex needs. Listen to Episode 308 (from 26:57): www.counsellingtutor.com/podcast/epis...

Using Minecraft as a Digital Sand Tray in Individual Therapy Discover the Sandtray Therapy World in Minecraft, co-created by Ellie Finch and Dan Noble, and gain practical techniques for using Minecraft in individual therapy sessions. Perfect for therapists look...

Join me Fri 27 June for a live online training with Let’s Play Therapy Institute. We’ll explore Minecraft as a digital sandtray for play therapy and counselling, with hands-on practice and ethical guidance. Info & booking: letsplaytherapy.org/courses/Usin...

Delighted to be a guest speaker for Play Included recently, sharing how Minecraft can support children and young people therapeutically. I’ve long admired their work with LEGO®-based therapy. Explore their trainings here (affiliate link): playincluded.com?affId=EFinch

Good news! I’ve recently added some new dates for the Level 2 live online training in Using Minecraft as a Therapeutic Tool that will suit practitioners across different time zones including the UK, US, Canada, Asia and Australia: elliefinch.thinkific.com/courses/Ther...

School Counsellor Network - Minecraft as a therapeutic tool Discover how Minecraft can be used as a therapeutic tool. No gaming experience necessary!

I'm really looking forward to presenting for the Iron Mill College School Counsellor Network on 27th March. I'm going to be giving an introduction to using Minecraft as a Therapeutic Tool. The event is free and online. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-cou...

It’s A Beautiful Day In The Playborhood: 4th World Edition! | Core Wellness It’s a Beautiful Day in the Playborhood: 4th World Edition!

Grateful to Liana Lowenstein & Core Wellness for having me at the "It's a Beautiful Day in the Playborhood" event! Loved sharing how to use Minecraft in Play Therapy Session & the live Q&A. Missed it? Catch the recording FREE (affiliate link): corewellceu.com/event/home-4...