Play Nature Therapy is an integrative service so sometimes your child may benefit from elements of different forms of Play Therapy. The first step is to contact us for an intake discussion, our therapist will gather information specific to your child's history, their needs and about the family and use this to guide which style (or styles) of play therapy would best meet their needs.

Absolutely! While we have our purpose built playroom in the clinic we also have the ability to visit children either in their own home or at school if it can be arranged. Options for telehealth can also be arranged. In addition to this, Filial Therapy can be undertaken online if required through a mix of pre-recorded videos and zoom meetings.

In most cases, no, you do not enter the play room with your child. Play Therapy sessions are generally held with the child and the therapist. However, family input is very important and regular meetings will be scheduled to keep you updated on your child's progress, you may also be invited to join Learn to Play Therapy sessions or to be involved in Filial Therapy if it suits your child's and your family's needs. If your child accesses play therapy through school you do not need to be there for the session.

Costs of play therapy sessions vary depending on your situation. There are different costs for those working under and NDIS plan, private clients and those on health care cards. Blocks of therapy can also be prepaid for as a lump sum at a discounted price. Please contact us directly and we can provide a pricing structure that is relevant to you.

Play Therapists look beyond the behaviour and support children to work through the root cause of the behaviours. The therapist helps the child to feel safe in the environment and allow children the time and space to use the carefully selected toy collection to work at an unconcious level. For example, a child who is feeling powerless may play through themes of strength and power in their characters. A child that holds onto anger and resentment may find safe and constructive ways to release that anger. A child that does not feel safe may use themes of hiding or burying. For some children playing with the toys just allows them to relax and may provide an opportunity to talk.

Yes it is! You can access Play Nature therapy services through NDIS if you are on a self- managed NDIS plan.