Play Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Caulfield North, VIC
Kay is a dedicated and experienced Psychologist with a compassionate, client-centred approach to therapy. She provides a safe and supportive space where individuals feel genuinely heard and respected. Kay has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), adult ADHD, anxiety and emotionally dysregulated or challenging behaviours. Her special area of interest is supporting clients with a history to substance misuse and addictions.
Kay is a dedicated and experienced Psychologist with a compassionate, client-centred approach to therapy. She provides a safe and supportive space where individuals feel genuinely heard and respected. Kay has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), adult ADHD, anxiety and emotionally dysregulated or challenging behaviours. Her special area of interest is supporting clients with a history to substance misuse and addictions.
Sandra’s therapeutic approach is tailored to the need of the client, and uses a wide range of techniques, such as play, art, CBT, ACT and mindfulness, just to name a few.
Sandra Ifrah is a registered psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns. She adopts a family-focused approach, providing clients with a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment, while actively involving the family unit in the journey toward positive change. Sandra also works closely with separated families, offering therapeutic support to navigate complex dynamics, and provides professional reports for court-related purposes to assist in family law matters.
Sandra’s therapeutic approach is tailored to the need of the client, and uses a wide range of techniques, such as play, art, CBT, ACT and mindfulness, just to name a few.
Sandra Ifrah is a registered psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns. She adopts a family-focused approach, providing clients with a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment, while actively involving the family unit in the journey toward positive change. Sandra also works closely with separated families, offering therapeutic support to navigate complex dynamics, and provides professional reports for court-related purposes to assist in family law matters.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or depression, and finding it hard to fully engage in life. Unprocessed experiences can stay stuck in the nervous system, keeping you on edge or disconnected. I offer a safe, empathetic space where you are truly heard. Using evidence-based trauma therapy, including EMDR, I help you process the past, reduce distress, and create lasting change—so you can regain control, resilience, and live more fully, not just cope.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or depression, and finding it hard to fully engage in life. Unprocessed experiences can stay stuck in the nervous system, keeping you on edge or disconnected. I offer a safe, empathetic space where you are truly heard. Using evidence-based trauma therapy, including EMDR, I help you process the past, reduce distress, and create lasting change—so you can regain control, resilience, and live more fully, not just cope.
Hi, I’m Maddy—a senior clinical psychologist helping children, young people, and adults create lives that feel steadier, more connected, and more fulfilling. With younger clients, I use playful, creative approaches to make therapy engaging; with adults, our work is reflective, practical, and empowering. I help with common challenges like anxiety, low mood, stress, and adjusting to major life changes, as well as more complex concerns including trauma recovery, navigating neurodivergence (i.e ADHD, autism), borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and obsessive or compulsive behaviours—focusing on meaningful, lasting change.
Hi, I’m Maddy—a senior clinical psychologist helping children, young people, and adults create lives that feel steadier, more connected, and more fulfilling. With younger clients, I use playful, creative approaches to make therapy engaging; with adults, our work is reflective, practical, and empowering. I help with common challenges like anxiety, low mood, stress, and adjusting to major life changes, as well as more complex concerns including trauma recovery, navigating neurodivergence (i.e ADHD, autism), borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and obsessive or compulsive behaviours—focusing on meaningful, lasting change.
I provide a warm, supportive space where people can explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. My approach is collaborative and focused on helping clients gain insight, build practical coping strategies, and reconnect with their strengths. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges, tailoring therapy to each person’s unique needs and goals. Seeking support can be a big step, and I’m here to walk alongside you in that process.
I provide a warm, supportive space where people can explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. My approach is collaborative and focused on helping clients gain insight, build practical coping strategies, and reconnect with their strengths. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges, tailoring therapy to each person’s unique needs and goals. Seeking support can be a big step, and I’m here to walk alongside you in that process.
ADHD Melbourne is a practice dedicated to supporting adults, adolescents, and children navigating ADHD, ASD and related challenges. We understand that ADHD is not simply about attention or organisation, it affects emotions, relationships, work, study, self-esteem, and daily life in deeply personal ways.
Our approach is strengths-based, neuroaffirming, and evidence-informed. We recognise that every ADHD brain is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution.
ADHD Melbourne conducted formal assessment for both ADHD and ASD for ages 6 and above.
ADHD Melbourne is a practice dedicated to supporting adults, adolescents, and children navigating ADHD, ASD and related challenges. We understand that ADHD is not simply about attention or organisation, it affects emotions, relationships, work, study, self-esteem, and daily life in deeply personal ways.
Our approach is strengths-based, neuroaffirming, and evidence-informed. We recognise that every ADHD brain is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution.
ADHD Melbourne conducted formal assessment for both ADHD and ASD for ages 6 and above.
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I am a mindset and holistic wellbeing coach who works from a person centred model. I am not working as a registered paychologist, though I have worked in mental health in the past. l run a facebook platform (website to come) called 'Soul Revival Holistic Healing' where I share quotes, meditations and tips from my perspective.
My interests are in the area of sense of self identity/self worth, self acceptance, self trust, self compassion, overcoming anxiety, personal development, courage, creativity, innovation, leadership, mindfulness, interpersonal boundaries, attuned parenting, meditation.
I am a mindset and holistic wellbeing coach who works from a person centred model. I am not working as a registered paychologist, though I have worked in mental health in the past. l run a facebook platform (website to come) called 'Soul Revival Holistic Healing' where I share quotes, meditations and tips from my perspective.
My interests are in the area of sense of self identity/self worth, self acceptance, self trust, self compassion, overcoming anxiety, personal development, courage, creativity, innovation, leadership, mindfulness, interpersonal boundaries, attuned parenting, meditation.
My gift and desire to help others use creative expression is what has me leaping out of bed each day. I want to help others use creative expression to explore what's going on for them, helping them delve into their inner worlds. I grew up in an intensely creative and neurodiverse family, highly attuned to the beauty of nature, music, art and words. I've always loved the opportunities these forms of expression provide to express myself, and to feel deeply—beyond words.
My gift and desire to help others use creative expression is what has me leaping out of bed each day. I want to help others use creative expression to explore what's going on for them, helping them delve into their inner worlds. I grew up in an intensely creative and neurodiverse family, highly attuned to the beauty of nature, music, art and words. I've always loved the opportunities these forms of expression provide to express myself, and to feel deeply—beyond words.
Isabella is a registered Psychologist who brings a welcoming and empathetic approach to her practice. She is passionate about supporting children who are experiencing behavioural and social-emotional difficulties, anxiety and adjustment related difficulties, in addition to collaborating with their families.
Isabella has experience working with neurodivergent children, inclusive of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism via a neuroaffirming, strength-based approach. Isabella has worked with children across different developmental stages in primary schools, private, community & hospital settings.
Isabella is a registered Psychologist who brings a welcoming and empathetic approach to her practice. She is passionate about supporting children who are experiencing behavioural and social-emotional difficulties, anxiety and adjustment related difficulties, in addition to collaborating with their families.
Isabella has experience working with neurodivergent children, inclusive of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism via a neuroaffirming, strength-based approach. Isabella has worked with children across different developmental stages in primary schools, private, community & hospital settings.
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.
At SAL Consulting, we support people of all ages who are facing complex challenges and mental health concerns.
Many of the individuals we work with are living with the ongoing impacts of trauma or early life experiences. Others may be navigating life with a diagnosis, intellectual disability, or neurodivergence. Our team of experienced therapists meet you where you’re at — with care, respect, and understanding.
With offices based in New South Wales, Victoria, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia, we’re proud to support communities right across Australia.
At SAL Consulting, we support people of all ages who are facing complex challenges and mental health concerns.
Many of the individuals we work with are living with the ongoing impacts of trauma or early life experiences. Others may be navigating life with a diagnosis, intellectual disability, or neurodivergence. Our team of experienced therapists meet you where you’re at — with care, respect, and understanding.
With offices based in New South Wales, Victoria, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia, we’re proud to support communities right across Australia.
My practise is informed by: Psychodynamic and analytic psychotherapy, Transference-focused Psychotherapy (TFP), Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT), Mentalisation-based Therapy (MBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Skills-based therapies (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Play-based therapy.
I have worked as a psychologist in a variety of settings, including AOD rehab, refuges, women’s organisations (focused on family violence), NDIS realm, and private practice. I work with a broad range of presentations across the lifespan, including personality disorders, complex trauma, bipolar affective disorder, anxiety, depression, chronic illnesses, addictions, autism spectrum disorder, and schizophrenia. I mainly practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, so the way clients relate to themselves, others and the world is often central in the therapy room. Having said this, I also tailor my approach to suit an individual's needs.
My practise is informed by: Psychodynamic and analytic psychotherapy, Transference-focused Psychotherapy (TFP), Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT), Mentalisation-based Therapy (MBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Skills-based therapies (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), Play-based therapy.
I have worked as a psychologist in a variety of settings, including AOD rehab, refuges, women’s organisations (focused on family violence), NDIS realm, and private practice. I work with a broad range of presentations across the lifespan, including personality disorders, complex trauma, bipolar affective disorder, anxiety, depression, chronic illnesses, addictions, autism spectrum disorder, and schizophrenia. I mainly practice psychodynamic psychotherapy, so the way clients relate to themselves, others and the world is often central in the therapy room. Having said this, I also tailor my approach to suit an individual's needs.
Using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, I draw on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, play therapy, and family therapy to build emotional regulation, confidence, and connection.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and families who may feel overwhelmed, struggle with emotions, behaviour, or challenges at school or home. I support young people experiencing anxiety, low confidence, and difficulties with emotional regulation and relationships. I also work with children with autism, learning disabilities, and those in out-of-home care. Using a warm, trauma-informed approach and Social Emotional Learning (SEL), I provide individual counselling and family therapy to build emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and support positive, lasting change.
Using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, I draw on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, play therapy, and family therapy to build emotional regulation, confidence, and connection.
My ideal clients are children, adolescents, and families who may feel overwhelmed, struggle with emotions, behaviour, or challenges at school or home. I support young people experiencing anxiety, low confidence, and difficulties with emotional regulation and relationships. I also work with children with autism, learning disabilities, and those in out-of-home care. Using a warm, trauma-informed approach and Social Emotional Learning (SEL), I provide individual counselling and family therapy to build emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and support positive, lasting change.
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.
I'm an educational and developmental psychologist who works with school-aged children and their families who are seeking support for challenges with big emotions, anxiety and worries, learning or attention, school or social interactions. These children may feel overwhelmed or struggle with regulation in their daily lives. I work with children and parents to help a child thrive emotionally, socially, and academically, ensuring they both feel understood and supported. I specialise in comprehensive psychological and diagnostic assessments including cognitive, educational & literacy, dyslexia, autism, & adhd.
I'm an educational and developmental psychologist who works with school-aged children and their families who are seeking support for challenges with big emotions, anxiety and worries, learning or attention, school or social interactions. These children may feel overwhelmed or struggle with regulation in their daily lives. I work with children and parents to help a child thrive emotionally, socially, and academically, ensuring they both feel understood and supported. I specialise in comprehensive psychological and diagnostic assessments including cognitive, educational & literacy, dyslexia, autism, & adhd.
As children of migrant parents, we know what it’s like to feel unheard, caught between cultures, and unsure of where to turn. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to be the kind of therapists we once needed—ones who understand the weight of culture, faith, and identity. We offer a safe, supportive space that’s both culturally and spiritually sensitive. Our approach is person-centred and trauma-informed, tailored to your story. With empathy and practical tools, we’ll support you to heal, grow, and reconnect with your sense of self.
As children of migrant parents, we know what it’s like to feel unheard, caught between cultures, and unsure of where to turn. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to be the kind of therapists we once needed—ones who understand the weight of culture, faith, and identity. We offer a safe, supportive space that’s both culturally and spiritually sensitive. Our approach is person-centred and trauma-informed, tailored to your story. With empathy and practical tools, we’ll support you to heal, grow, and reconnect with your sense of self.
These frameworks include: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Client Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).
Lauren works with a range of different presentations including: anxiety/social anxiety, agoraphobia, depression, self-harming behaviours, OCD, difficulties with coping, relationship challenges, friendship issues, bullying, phobias, parenting, panic attacks, anger management, assertiveness, and more.
These frameworks include: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Client Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).
Lauren works with a range of different presentations including: anxiety/social anxiety, agoraphobia, depression, self-harming behaviours, OCD, difficulties with coping, relationship challenges, friendship issues, bullying, phobias, parenting, panic attacks, anger management, assertiveness, and more.
Hi, I’m Nina, a registered counsellor and teacher. I believe that healing unfolds and we flourish when we are safe and supported to be our authentic selves.
Hi, I’m Nina, a registered counsellor and teacher. I believe that healing unfolds and we flourish when we are safe and supported to be our authentic selves.
You may be overwhelmed by the pressures of life or feeling out of synch with yourself. You might feel drained or not like your usual self. I help those who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, trauma, relationship challenges, or low self-esteem. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can make sense of what you’re feeling, why you're feeling that way, and how they impact you. From there, we recognise your strengths, build resilience, and develop practical tools to move forward with confidence. I take a neuro-affirming approach, tailoring therapy to your unique needs, values, and lifestyle.
You may be overwhelmed by the pressures of life or feeling out of synch with yourself. You might feel drained or not like your usual self. I help those who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, trauma, relationship challenges, or low self-esteem. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can make sense of what you’re feeling, why you're feeling that way, and how they impact you. From there, we recognise your strengths, build resilience, and develop practical tools to move forward with confidence. I take a neuro-affirming approach, tailoring therapy to your unique needs, values, and lifestyle.
Fiona is a Play Therapist with a passion for working with children and families.
In addition to being a Masters qualified and registered Child Play Therapist, Fiona holds a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood and has worked as a Kindergarten Director, and the Child Development Officer at a welfare agency working with families seeking support.
Fiona is a Play Therapist with a passion for working with children and families.
In addition to being a Masters qualified and registered Child Play Therapist, Fiona holds a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood and has worked as a Kindergarten Director, and the Child Development Officer at a welfare agency working with families seeking support.
Nearby Play Therapy Searches for Caulfield North
- Armadale
- Caulfield
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- Elwood
- Glen Iris
- Malvern
- Malvern East
- Prahran
- Saint Kilda East
- Toorak
- Windsor
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.