Play Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Sans Souci, NSW
Anthony is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 20 years’ experience providing person-centred, confidential counselling to adults, adolescents, and children. Based in Caringbah, he offers appointments in person and online via secure video link across Australia.
Anthony is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 20 years’ experience providing person-centred, confidential counselling to adults, adolescents, and children. Based in Caringbah, he offers appointments in person and online via secure video link across Australia.
“Everybody is important; everybody deserves to live their best life. I am here to help you connect with yourself and others, to solve your requests as quickly and effectively as possible, in a way that is long lasting and sustainable”. Her approach is unique. She integrates therapies and customises them to suit the needs of the client. She aims to work with clients to co-create individually tailored and sustainable solutions. Amanda’s interventions aim to address the important relationship between the mind and body. She enjoys helping clients attain a greater wellbeing.
“Everybody is important; everybody deserves to live their best life. I am here to help you connect with yourself and others, to solve your requests as quickly and effectively as possible, in a way that is long lasting and sustainable”. Her approach is unique. She integrates therapies and customises them to suit the needs of the client. She aims to work with clients to co-create individually tailored and sustainable solutions. Amanda’s interventions aim to address the important relationship between the mind and body. She enjoys helping clients attain a greater wellbeing.
My work is guided by the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), a play-based, relationship-focused approach grounded in child development and family life and JASPER informed strategies.
Sessions are informed by gold-standard, evidence-based intervention strategies and tailored to each child’s needs and interests. Clear goals support progress, with a focus on engagement, communication, and everyday skills through natural, play-based learning.
My work is guided by the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), a play-based, relationship-focused approach grounded in child development and family life and JASPER informed strategies.
Sessions are informed by gold-standard, evidence-based intervention strategies and tailored to each child’s needs and interests. Clear goals support progress, with a focus on engagement, communication, and everyday skills through natural, play-based learning.
I work with children, adolescents, and families with a special interest in supporting people with any type of trauma and am trained in trauma-informed therapies e.g EMDR, Brainspotting and Neurofeedback. I also support mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, neurodiversity, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorders, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, Workcover, Narcissistic Abuse and Domestic Violence/relationship issues, court/legal reports and parenting skills. I am also a Board Approved Supervisor.
I work with children, adolescents, and families with a special interest in supporting people with any type of trauma and am trained in trauma-informed therapies e.g EMDR, Brainspotting and Neurofeedback. I also support mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, neurodiversity, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorders, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, Workcover, Narcissistic Abuse and Domestic Violence/relationship issues, court/legal reports and parenting skills. I am also a Board Approved Supervisor.
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I use elements of CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Play therapy and Art Therapy.
Shagufta can help individuals who are experiencing mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty focusing and prioritising. I can help children, teenagers and adults with identifying their key problem areas and achieve their goals. I can also help with autism, ADHD and cognitive assessments for children and adults since results from these assessments gives the opportunity understand yourself better and to get the right support at school, home, and from family, friends, teachers and workplace. I can also help people who would like to apply for NDIS, I also work with insurance and workers compensation.
I use elements of CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Play therapy and Art Therapy.
Shagufta can help individuals who are experiencing mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty focusing and prioritising. I can help children, teenagers and adults with identifying their key problem areas and achieve their goals. I can also help with autism, ADHD and cognitive assessments for children and adults since results from these assessments gives the opportunity understand yourself better and to get the right support at school, home, and from family, friends, teachers and workplace. I can also help people who would like to apply for NDIS, I also work with insurance and workers compensation.
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
I also work from a children's centre in Ashmore where parents can relax in the waiting room while I work with their child, using play therapy.
Hi - I'm Sandra :) I'm a warm, open, compassionate and caring woman who in the role of counsellor, is here to support clients with their goals for therapy, and in their lives. It may be dealing with a relationship issue or breakup, or dealing with grief at the loss of someone or something, or experiencing anxiety, depression, stress or being diagnosed with a chronic illness or condition. These are just some of the things I work with clients on. I also work with children, to build them up from the inside so they feel confident dealing with life challenges, and with teenagers.
I also work from a children's centre in Ashmore where parents can relax in the waiting room while I work with their child, using play therapy.
Hi - I'm Sandra :) I'm a warm, open, compassionate and caring woman who in the role of counsellor, is here to support clients with their goals for therapy, and in their lives. It may be dealing with a relationship issue or breakup, or dealing with grief at the loss of someone or something, or experiencing anxiety, depression, stress or being diagnosed with a chronic illness or condition. These are just some of the things I work with clients on. I also work with children, to build them up from the inside so they feel confident dealing with life challenges, and with teenagers.
Anna Schwarz and her team are committed to supporting individuals and families in achieving optimal health and well-being. We are here to help you find ways through your challenges and to give you life skills to navigate when difficulties arise. We are here to walk beside you on this journey.
Anna Schwarz and her team are committed to supporting individuals and families in achieving optimal health and well-being. We are here to help you find ways through your challenges and to give you life skills to navigate when difficulties arise. We are here to walk beside you on this journey.
I am deeply committed to facilitating meaningful and lasting change. My clinical practice focuses on individuals with complex presentations, including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Beyond these challenges, I am also passionate about supporting anyone aspiring to self-understanding, personal growth, and a high quality of life. I work with you to optimise your well-being, build resilience, and achieve greater fulfilment, empowering you to move beyond simply managing difficulties towards a life of greater well-being.
I am deeply committed to facilitating meaningful and lasting change. My clinical practice focuses on individuals with complex presentations, including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Beyond these challenges, I am also passionate about supporting anyone aspiring to self-understanding, personal growth, and a high quality of life. I work with you to optimise your well-being, build resilience, and achieve greater fulfilment, empowering you to move beyond simply managing difficulties towards a life of greater well-being.
Life can sometimes feel like a storm, where past wounds—whether from family struggles, trauma, or the weight of unspoken pain—cast shadows over our days. I’ve walked alongside many who’ve felt this. My name is Fangjie, and my journey as a healer began with a deep belief: every story deserves to be heard, and every heart can find its way to peace. I am based in Melbourne Victoria and offer telehealth sessions Australian wide.
Life can sometimes feel like a storm, where past wounds—whether from family struggles, trauma, or the weight of unspoken pain—cast shadows over our days. I’ve walked alongside many who’ve felt this. My name is Fangjie, and my journey as a healer began with a deep belief: every story deserves to be heard, and every heart can find its way to peace. I am based in Melbourne Victoria and offer telehealth sessions Australian wide.
With specialist skills in grief, chronic illness and infertility I work from a somatic and trauma informed lens. I am passionate about companioning people through adversity, and believe that it through support and connection that we are able to come back to ourselves. I combine my love of neuroscience with an integrative approach, drawing on a number of modalities to support healing. Initially trained as a teacher I have worked extensively in education and health, working therapeutically with children, young people and their families in hospice and hospital to support coping with chronic illness for over 25 years.
With specialist skills in grief, chronic illness and infertility I work from a somatic and trauma informed lens. I am passionate about companioning people through adversity, and believe that it through support and connection that we are able to come back to ourselves. I combine my love of neuroscience with an integrative approach, drawing on a number of modalities to support healing. Initially trained as a teacher I have worked extensively in education and health, working therapeutically with children, young people and their families in hospice and hospital to support coping with chronic illness for over 25 years.
With a Master’s in professional psychology and membership in the Australian Association of
Psychologists, I specialise in Play-Based CBT and ACT to name a few.
I provide support to neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals. My dedication is to empower you on your journey towards mental and emotional resilience. Together, we will manage distress, environmental stresses, behavioural difficulties and emotional dysregulation, and find ways to forge a new path for your future.
I also conduct psychological and learning difficulties assessments. This includes
assessments for Autism, ADHD,
Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, and Cognitive profiles.
With a Master’s in professional psychology and membership in the Australian Association of
Psychologists, I specialise in Play-Based CBT and ACT to name a few.
I provide support to neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals. My dedication is to empower you on your journey towards mental and emotional resilience. Together, we will manage distress, environmental stresses, behavioural difficulties and emotional dysregulation, and find ways to forge a new path for your future.
I also conduct psychological and learning difficulties assessments. This includes
assessments for Autism, ADHD,
Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, and Cognitive profiles.
It deeply affects me to see people living with wounds caused by trauma, abuse, grief, relationship breakdown, or overwhelming life experiences. Many feel trapped inside patterns of fear, shame, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion that were never theirs to carry. I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, respected, and supported as they work toward healing and stability. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds, with particular experience in trauma and domestic violence.
It deeply affects me to see people living with wounds caused by trauma, abuse, grief, relationship breakdown, or overwhelming life experiences. Many feel trapped inside patterns of fear, shame, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion that were never theirs to carry. I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, respected, and supported as they work toward healing and stability. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds, with particular experience in trauma and domestic violence.
I have 20 years experience providing therapeutic counselling for children, young people, families and adults. I hold a particular interest in supporting people who have experienced traumatic events, helping them navigate the effects of this and move towards healing. One of the primary modalities I utilise to do this is Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I have 20 years experience providing therapeutic counselling for children, young people, families and adults. I hold a particular interest in supporting people who have experienced traumatic events, helping them navigate the effects of this and move towards healing. One of the primary modalities I utilise to do this is Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Therapy is about learning to be gentle and honest with yourself—finding the courage to face what we've been avoiding and feel what we've been pushing down.
Hi, I'm Stella—a registered counsellor and art therapist.
Maybe you've experienced:
-Lying awake at 3am, thoughts looping endlessly
-Unable to say what you really mean to people you love
-Feeling exhausted but telling yourself "I should do more"
-Looking in the mirror and barely recognising yourself
If this resonates, know that you're not alone. Healing begins when we feel safe and understood.
Therapy is about learning to be gentle and honest with yourself—finding the courage to face what we've been avoiding and feel what we've been pushing down.
Hi, I'm Stella—a registered counsellor and art therapist.
Maybe you've experienced:
-Lying awake at 3am, thoughts looping endlessly
-Unable to say what you really mean to people you love
-Feeling exhausted but telling yourself "I should do more"
-Looking in the mirror and barely recognising yourself
If this resonates, know that you're not alone. Healing begins when we feel safe and understood.
At Bridges Counselling, our team of psychologists, social workers, and counsellors brings expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships.
We provide personalised, compassionate support for adults, children, and couples, including NDIS, WorkCover, CTP, Victims Services, and psychological assessments.
With clinics in both Parramatta and Norwest plus Telehealth options, we make counselling accessible, supportive, and convenient, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and guided toward meaningful, lasting change.
At Bridges Counselling, our team of psychologists, social workers, and counsellors brings expertise in mental health, trauma, and relationships.
We provide personalised, compassionate support for adults, children, and couples, including NDIS, WorkCover, CTP, Victims Services, and psychological assessments.
With clinics in both Parramatta and Norwest plus Telehealth options, we make counselling accessible, supportive, and convenient, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and guided toward meaningful, lasting change.
I am a registered psychologist with a deep passion for walking alongside individuals and families as they navigate some of life's most challenging and transformative moments. With extensive experience supporting children, adolescents and young adults, I bring both professional expertise and heartfelt care.
I have experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression and neurodiversity. In addition to a special interest in supporting individuals with eating, feeding or body image concerns.
I am a registered psychologist with a deep passion for walking alongside individuals and families as they navigate some of life's most challenging and transformative moments. With extensive experience supporting children, adolescents and young adults, I bring both professional expertise and heartfelt care.
I have experience supporting individuals with anxiety, depression and neurodiversity. In addition to a special interest in supporting individuals with eating, feeding or body image concerns.
Not everyone wants to talk out loud. Some people prefer text. Maybe you prefer having space to think as you type, maybe it's less overwhelming, less pressure, or maybe it's just more comfortable for you. Whatever your reason, I'm here to help. I offer text-based counselling, where we use text through the entire session with no speaking or listening required (unless you want it!).
Not everyone wants to talk out loud. Some people prefer text. Maybe you prefer having space to think as you type, maybe it's less overwhelming, less pressure, or maybe it's just more comfortable for you. Whatever your reason, I'm here to help. I offer text-based counselling, where we use text through the entire session with no speaking or listening required (unless you want it!).
Hi I'm Kodi (They/She), I'm a compassionate and dedicated Provisional Psychologist with a strong commitment to supporting clients from CLAD and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds. As a queer, and neurodivergent clinician, my lived experience within the community aids me to innately empathise with experiences clients may be navigating. My experience encompasses a broad array of client presentations, including ADHD, gender identity, gender dysphoria, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, family and relational conflicts, complex trauma/abuse.
Hi I'm Kodi (They/She), I'm a compassionate and dedicated Provisional Psychologist with a strong commitment to supporting clients from CLAD and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds. As a queer, and neurodivergent clinician, my lived experience within the community aids me to innately empathise with experiences clients may be navigating. My experience encompasses a broad array of client presentations, including ADHD, gender identity, gender dysphoria, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, family and relational conflicts, complex trauma/abuse.
Warm, experienced, and down-to-earth, I’m a psychologist and practice owner of CCP Psychology, with over 20 years of experience helping young people and adults navigate life's struggles such as Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment issues and more.
Warm, experienced, and down-to-earth, I’m a psychologist and practice owner of CCP Psychology, with over 20 years of experience helping young people and adults navigate life's struggles such as Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment issues and more.
Nearby Play Therapy Searches for Sans Souci
- Caringbah
- Cronulla
- Hurstville
- Kogarah
- Maroubra
- Marrickville
- Mascot
- Miranda
- Newtown
- Petersham
- Sutherland
- Wolli Creek
Play Therapy
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.