Play Therapy Counselling in Midland, WA
Child-centred play therapy empowers children to take the lead in their therapeutic journey, allowing children to explore their thoughts and feelings in a language they understand.
I am a compassionate and dedicated family counsellor specialising in Family Counselling including: ADHD, ASD, Anxiety, Divorce and Separation, ASD behaviour and family support, Family Conflict, Trauma, Grief and Loss and Eating Disorders. Through my experience and specialist training she is able to offer support and guidance to childen and their families through challenging times.
Child-centred play therapy empowers children to take the lead in their therapeutic journey, allowing children to explore their thoughts and feelings in a language they understand.
I am a compassionate and dedicated family counsellor specialising in Family Counselling including: ADHD, ASD, Anxiety, Divorce and Separation, ASD behaviour and family support, Family Conflict, Trauma, Grief and Loss and Eating Disorders. Through my experience and specialist training she is able to offer support and guidance to childen and their families through challenging times.
Hi I'm Ben, and I am a proudly neurodivergent therapist with a gentle and easygoing approach. I have lived neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ experience, so I am very welcoming and open to a diverse range of clients and I have a deep understanding of the struggles involved. I am experienced in providing therapy for a wide scope of issues including ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, and Gender Dysphoria. I have 7 years of experience working across a range of ages in disability support, and have worked with a range of ages in my psychological practice.
Hi I'm Ben, and I am a proudly neurodivergent therapist with a gentle and easygoing approach. I have lived neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ experience, so I am very welcoming and open to a diverse range of clients and I have a deep understanding of the struggles involved. I am experienced in providing therapy for a wide scope of issues including ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, and Gender Dysphoria. I have 7 years of experience working across a range of ages in disability support, and have worked with a range of ages in my psychological practice.
Relationships are tough! Add in each other's trauma and you are bouncing off everyone like you're in a jumping castle. The old adage of 'individual stuff' and 'couple/s stuff' is true. Conversations can feel like they are going around in circles or rehashing old stuff. You feel stuck. Your partner/s feels stuck. No one is moving forward. This wasn't the life you imagined when you got together. It was meant to be rainbows and fairytales, not discussions around housework, money and sex - or friends and inlaws! What if I told you that 'your stuff' is affecting the relationship? It's a big possibility. It does not have to be that way!
Relationships are tough! Add in each other's trauma and you are bouncing off everyone like you're in a jumping castle. The old adage of 'individual stuff' and 'couple/s stuff' is true. Conversations can feel like they are going around in circles or rehashing old stuff. You feel stuck. Your partner/s feels stuck. No one is moving forward. This wasn't the life you imagined when you got together. It was meant to be rainbows and fairytales, not discussions around housework, money and sex - or friends and inlaws! What if I told you that 'your stuff' is affecting the relationship? It's a big possibility. It does not have to be that way!
I appreciate the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship and believe that therapeutic change is based on this. Combining a strong academic background with hands-on experience, I employ evidence based practices grounded in psychodynamic and attachment theory. I am dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space for children, adolescents, and adults to feel safe and heard in order to explore and understand their emotional landscapes. I work with individuals from all backgrounds and across the lifespan including children, adolescents, and adults.
I appreciate the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship and believe that therapeutic change is based on this. Combining a strong academic background with hands-on experience, I employ evidence based practices grounded in psychodynamic and attachment theory. I am dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space for children, adolescents, and adults to feel safe and heard in order to explore and understand their emotional landscapes. I work with individuals from all backgrounds and across the lifespan including children, adolescents, and adults.
I believe in the power of growth and benefit finding, especially in the face of adversity. In my therapeutic work, I encourage clients to explore and identify the positive changes that can emerge from challenging experiences. Whether through post-traumatic growth or recognizing hidden strengths, my goal is to guide individuals toward discovering resilience, improved relationships, and a renewed sense of purpose. I use evidence-based strategies to help clients reframe negative experiences and find meaning, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and optimism.
I believe in the power of growth and benefit finding, especially in the face of adversity. In my therapeutic work, I encourage clients to explore and identify the positive changes that can emerge from challenging experiences. Whether through post-traumatic growth or recognizing hidden strengths, my goal is to guide individuals toward discovering resilience, improved relationships, and a renewed sense of purpose. I use evidence-based strategies to help clients reframe negative experiences and find meaning, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and optimism.
Hayley Moulton
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Midland, WA 6056
Waitlist for new clients
I’m an empathic registered psychologist who uses a client-driven, collaborative, and holistic approach to therapy. I believe that therapeutic change must be based on a trusting therapeutic relationship and I work to provide a space where my clients feel safe and heard. I implement evidence-based interventions to help facilitate change and insight. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure you meet your therapeutic goals.
I’m an empathic registered psychologist who uses a client-driven, collaborative, and holistic approach to therapy. I believe that therapeutic change must be based on a trusting therapeutic relationship and I work to provide a space where my clients feel safe and heard. I implement evidence-based interventions to help facilitate change and insight. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure you meet your therapeutic goals.
Online or In-person therapy located in Midland and East Fremantle I feel privileged to be in the role of walking alongside children, teens, adults, couples and families who are surviving the impact of trauma. I provide Art Therapy and Counselling in a safe space to explore your experience of anxiety and depression caused by an acute, chronic or complex trauma, grief and loss. We work together to explore and develop your own solutions so you heal and thrive. Explore the difference that Psychotherapy and Creative Expressive Therapies can offer by contacting me today. Mental Health Care Plan or Drs referral is not required.
Online or In-person therapy located in Midland and East Fremantle I feel privileged to be in the role of walking alongside children, teens, adults, couples and families who are surviving the impact of trauma. I provide Art Therapy and Counselling in a safe space to explore your experience of anxiety and depression caused by an acute, chronic or complex trauma, grief and loss. We work together to explore and develop your own solutions so you heal and thrive. Explore the difference that Psychotherapy and Creative Expressive Therapies can offer by contacting me today. Mental Health Care Plan or Drs referral is not required.
I work in a client-focused way and to address the issues the client brings to the session. I have worked with a range of issues. I particularly like working with children, young people and women are experiencing relationship difficulties, whether that be with a partner, school relationships or parents.
I work in a client-focused way and to address the issues the client brings to the session. I have worked with a range of issues. I particularly like working with children, young people and women are experiencing relationship difficulties, whether that be with a partner, school relationships or parents.
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I have expertise in Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology, HypnoNLP, and LEGO Play Therapy, combined with a gentle blend of evidence-based psychological approaches such as CBT, ACT, and Art Therapy.
Welcome to my profile! I've dedicated my life to helping people of all ages and backgrounds navigate their way through life's challenges, and I do so with compassion, care, and empathy. I was born in Borneo, identify as gay, and have experience living in different countries and cultures. I offer more than ten years of clinical experience in counselling and psychotherapy, specialising in loss and grief, gender and sexuality, complex trauma and abuse, attachment issues, ASD, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship and intimacy issues, anger management, family conflicts, workplace bullying, and intercultural adjustment issues.
I have expertise in Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology, HypnoNLP, and LEGO Play Therapy, combined with a gentle blend of evidence-based psychological approaches such as CBT, ACT, and Art Therapy.
Welcome to my profile! I've dedicated my life to helping people of all ages and backgrounds navigate their way through life's challenges, and I do so with compassion, care, and empathy. I was born in Borneo, identify as gay, and have experience living in different countries and cultures. I offer more than ten years of clinical experience in counselling and psychotherapy, specialising in loss and grief, gender and sexuality, complex trauma and abuse, attachment issues, ASD, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship and intimacy issues, anger management, family conflicts, workplace bullying, and intercultural adjustment issues.
Francisca works with children, adults with anxiety, trauma, complext trauma, phobias, anxiety depression and obsessive compulsive disorder and has a particular interest in cognitive behavioural therapy, child play therapy, internal family systems, attachment and psychotherapy.
Francisca is an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor (over 6 years experience), she provide trauma-informed psychotherapy and counselling for a variety of concerns. Franciscas services address complex trauma, abuse, emotional distress, depression, anxiety, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Francisca also supports individuals navigating significant life events, relationship challenges, and transitions. Francisca can help those struggling to find meaning, purpose, and direction in life. Francisca holds a Masters in Jungian Psychology (obtained in Uruguay) and Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Curtin University)
Francisca works with children, adults with anxiety, trauma, complext trauma, phobias, anxiety depression and obsessive compulsive disorder and has a particular interest in cognitive behavioural therapy, child play therapy, internal family systems, attachment and psychotherapy.
Francisca is an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor (over 6 years experience), she provide trauma-informed psychotherapy and counselling for a variety of concerns. Franciscas services address complex trauma, abuse, emotional distress, depression, anxiety, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Francisca also supports individuals navigating significant life events, relationship challenges, and transitions. Francisca can help those struggling to find meaning, purpose, and direction in life. Francisca holds a Masters in Jungian Psychology (obtained in Uruguay) and Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Curtin University)
I focus on a person-centred and strength-based approach, integrating play-based therapy and other modalities.
My typical clients are neurodivergent youth and adults seeking support for managing life in a world aimed toward neurotypical people. I help to understand and empower people to navigate their unique challenges with confidence and resilience and learn more about their unique neurotype, in order to thrive in their lives.
I focus on a person-centred and strength-based approach, integrating play-based therapy and other modalities.
My typical clients are neurodivergent youth and adults seeking support for managing life in a world aimed toward neurotypical people. I help to understand and empower people to navigate their unique challenges with confidence and resilience and learn more about their unique neurotype, in order to thrive in their lives.
When working with children, creating a safe therapeutic alliance is of utmost importance and I will often use art and play therapies including sandtray play while implementing evidence base practices.
To offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space for clients to freely express and explore their truth is my passion and purpose in life. One of my favourite quotes which guides my practice is by Bessel van der Kolk who states: "Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives." - Bessel Van Der Kolk. Through the many forms of listening, I am able to enter into the world of my client and walk alongside them as they explore, express and empower themselves to navigate the challenges in their life.
When working with children, creating a safe therapeutic alliance is of utmost importance and I will often use art and play therapies including sandtray play while implementing evidence base practices.
To offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space for clients to freely express and explore their truth is my passion and purpose in life. One of my favourite quotes which guides my practice is by Bessel van der Kolk who states: "Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives." - Bessel Van Der Kolk. Through the many forms of listening, I am able to enter into the world of my client and walk alongside them as they explore, express and empower themselves to navigate the challenges in their life.
I work with children, teens, and young adults, using a range of evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, Play Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I am the founder of Leading Minds Psychology, an online telehealth practice. I'm passionate about working with both neurodivergent and neurotypical clients to explore and affirm their unique perspectives, values, and strengths in a safe space. I also offer neuroaffirming Autism and ADHD assessments. My foremost goal is to cultivate a warm and supportive environment where individuals feel safe and comfortable. I adapt my therapeutic approaches to align with individual goals and helping my clients to explore and grow in ways that are both authentic and meaningful. Fidgeting, stimming and movement are always welcome.
I work with children, teens, and young adults, using a range of evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, Play Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I am the founder of Leading Minds Psychology, an online telehealth practice. I'm passionate about working with both neurodivergent and neurotypical clients to explore and affirm their unique perspectives, values, and strengths in a safe space. I also offer neuroaffirming Autism and ADHD assessments. My foremost goal is to cultivate a warm and supportive environment where individuals feel safe and comfortable. I adapt my therapeutic approaches to align with individual goals and helping my clients to explore and grow in ways that are both authentic and meaningful. Fidgeting, stimming and movement are always welcome.
I draw on a wide range of wisdom from many modalities such as Process-oriented Psychology, Schema Therapy, EMDR, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy and IFS, to name a few.
Welcome to Presence Psychotherapy, my name is Dorian. I’m a PACFA registered Counsellor with over 12 years’ experience in the health and welfare sector. I specialize in holistic practice, process-oriented psychotherapy and mental health, and offer sessions with children, young people and adults to support a variety of needs.
I draw on a wide range of wisdom from many modalities such as Process-oriented Psychology, Schema Therapy, EMDR, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy and IFS, to name a few.
Welcome to Presence Psychotherapy, my name is Dorian. I’m a PACFA registered Counsellor with over 12 years’ experience in the health and welfare sector. I specialize in holistic practice, process-oriented psychotherapy and mental health, and offer sessions with children, young people and adults to support a variety of needs.
Registered with the ACA and PACFA, Certified play therapist.
I offer both individual and group supervision. Also registered with NDIS and Victims of Crime (ACT/NSW) and WorkSafe Victoria. My focus is to provide supportive, growth-oriented supervision tailored to the unique needs of each individual or group while enhancing any clients mental health and overall wellbeing.
Registered with the ACA and PACFA, Certified play therapist.
I offer both individual and group supervision. Also registered with NDIS and Victims of Crime (ACT/NSW) and WorkSafe Victoria. My focus is to provide supportive, growth-oriented supervision tailored to the unique needs of each individual or group while enhancing any clients mental health and overall wellbeing.
Alessandra Traverso Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
I am trained in advanced EMDR for both adults and children, the Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics, and integrate concepts from Internal Family Systems, Circle of Security, and Play Therapy to provide holistic, and compassionate care.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working across various mental health services, providing support to both adults and adolescents. This experience has given me valuable insight into how trauma manifests and affects individuals at different stages of life.
I am trained in advanced EMDR for both adults and children, the Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics, and integrate concepts from Internal Family Systems, Circle of Security, and Play Therapy to provide holistic, and compassionate care.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working across various mental health services, providing support to both adults and adolescents. This experience has given me valuable insight into how trauma manifests and affects individuals at different stages of life.
I have additional training in DBT and Child Play Therapy
I am a dedicated counsellor with passion for helping people navigate life's tumultuous journey. At times all we need a listening ear and understanding person who can hear our struggles without feeling judged. Taking your time on your healing journey in a safe inviting environment is the place to start. Grow at your own pace, start where you feel comfortable starting. Our life journey is a marathon, not a sprint.
I have additional training in DBT and Child Play Therapy
I am a dedicated counsellor with passion for helping people navigate life's tumultuous journey. At times all we need a listening ear and understanding person who can hear our struggles without feeling judged. Taking your time on your healing journey in a safe inviting environment is the place to start. Grow at your own pace, start where you feel comfortable starting. Our life journey is a marathon, not a sprint.
I am trained in: Schema Therapy (ST), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Play Therapy (PT).
I am the founder of Talk it Through Psychology which is 100% telehealth. I am neurodivergent and operate from a neuro-affirming framework, meaning that I understand the importance of tailoring all therapies and strategies to work for different brain types. I absolutely love working with people’s strengths and passions and being able to connect with clients through shared passions, which we can also incorporate into therapy! I can help you with: depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, OCD and co-occurring mental health struggles from being neurodivergent (such as autistic burnout). I also offer affirming autism and ADHD assessments.
I am trained in: Schema Therapy (ST), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Play Therapy (PT).
I am the founder of Talk it Through Psychology which is 100% telehealth. I am neurodivergent and operate from a neuro-affirming framework, meaning that I understand the importance of tailoring all therapies and strategies to work for different brain types. I absolutely love working with people’s strengths and passions and being able to connect with clients through shared passions, which we can also incorporate into therapy! I can help you with: depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, OCD and co-occurring mental health struggles from being neurodivergent (such as autistic burnout). I also offer affirming autism and ADHD assessments.
I use a range of therapies to find that best fit; including ACT, schema therapy, DBT, attachment-based therapies, and play therapy.
Coming to therapy can be daunting so it is important to me to make sure I get to know you and what you want from the experience. I am an open person with a keen interest in birds, video games and a wry sense of humour who is happy to discuss the absurdities of life. I generally work with ADHD, trauma, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, anxiety, depression and much more. I am passionate about working with neurodiverse people in particular to help improve day-to-day function, meet goals, and improve overall wellbeing. I can provide assessment for neurodiversity for those who are unsure or wanting to find out more.
I use a range of therapies to find that best fit; including ACT, schema therapy, DBT, attachment-based therapies, and play therapy.
Coming to therapy can be daunting so it is important to me to make sure I get to know you and what you want from the experience. I am an open person with a keen interest in birds, video games and a wry sense of humour who is happy to discuss the absurdities of life. I generally work with ADHD, trauma, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, anxiety, depression and much more. I am passionate about working with neurodiverse people in particular to help improve day-to-day function, meet goals, and improve overall wellbeing. I can provide assessment for neurodiversity for those who are unsure or wanting to find out more.
Additional certifications in: Theraplay, Play, Expressive, and Attachment Therapies.
As an accredited Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist in non-government organisations and mental health services, I've supported individuals, children, couples and families for over 18 years. Therapy is a co-creative process; a healing journey requiring safety, presence and connection for a child or an adult. Opportunities are provided for clients to express themselves and make sense of their inner world. It may involve reflecting on past events and relationships, talking about emotions, thoughts and behaviours, identifying strengths, exploring goals and options, or developing new skills or strategies to manage your mental health.
Additional certifications in: Theraplay, Play, Expressive, and Attachment Therapies.
As an accredited Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist in non-government organisations and mental health services, I've supported individuals, children, couples and families for over 18 years. Therapy is a co-creative process; a healing journey requiring safety, presence and connection for a child or an adult. Opportunities are provided for clients to express themselves and make sense of their inner world. It may involve reflecting on past events and relationships, talking about emotions, thoughts and behaviours, identifying strengths, exploring goals and options, or developing new skills or strategies to manage your mental health.
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- West Perth
Play Therapy Counsellors
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.