The Challenge

Child mental health is a critical issue in Nigeria:

📊 1 in 4 Nigerians suffers from mental health challenges (WHO).

💔 7 in 10 Nigerian children have experienced abuse or trauma by age 18 (UNICEF).

🚨 Over 20% of children are at risk of mental disorders due to adverse childhood experiences, poverty, and lack of access to care.

With only 1 psychiatrist for every 1 million Nigerians, and even fewer child-focused professionals, the need for action is urgent.

Our Vision

We are committed to establishing a dedicated Play Therapy Centre—a safe, therapeutic space for children, adolescents, and their caregivers.

Through play therapy, professional training, and community outreach, we aim to bridge the gap in mental health care for Nigerian children.

Our Approach

👩⚕️ Therapy Services: Trauma care, emotional healing, and behavioral support for children and adolescents.

📚 Training Programs: Training play therapists & empowering teachers, parents, and caregivers with trauma-informed skills.

🏡 Community Outreach: Breaking the stigma around child mental health and raising awareness.

🎲 Resource Hub: Providing tools to enhance therapy and professional development.

The Impact

✨ Short-Term:

• Children experience emotional healing and improved well-being.

• Caregivers gain tools to support their children.

• Expansion of trauma-informed care across Nigeria.

🌍 Long-Term:

• Reduced untreated mental health issues in children.

• Stronger families and communities.

• A generation of resilient, thriving Nigerian children.

Your Role in This Mission

Together, we can create a future where every child has the support they need to heal and thrive.

💛 Donate:

📌 GTBank | 0761375640 | Association of Play Therapy Nigeria

        Paystack: https://paystack.com/pay/47vwj60l5- 

📞 Contact: 0907 871 2769 | 07030085494

Let’s transform lives, one child at a time.