Play Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Subiaco, WA
Feeling stuck or worried about your child? I provide support to adults, parents and children aged 0-10.
Do you find yourself overthinking, overwhelmed by emotions, confused by your reactions, or struggling in relationships?
Or perhaps you’re a parent, trying your best to support your child through anxiety, big emotions, or challenging behaviours and quietly wondering if you’re getting it right?
Many struggles are shaped by early relationships and experiences. These can include the impact of stress or trauma. I help you make sense of why you or your child feel and react the way you do and help build trust in your relationships.
Feeling stuck or worried about your child? I provide support to adults, parents and children aged 0-10.
Do you find yourself overthinking, overwhelmed by emotions, confused by your reactions, or struggling in relationships?
Or perhaps you’re a parent, trying your best to support your child through anxiety, big emotions, or challenging behaviours and quietly wondering if you’re getting it right?
Many struggles are shaped by early relationships and experiences. These can include the impact of stress or trauma. I help you make sense of why you or your child feel and react the way you do and help build trust in your relationships.
At Exploring Minds Psychology we are passionate about providing services to support children, adolescents (and their families), and adults.
At Exploring Minds Psychology we are passionate about providing services to support children, adolescents (and their families), and adults.
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.
Sam is the Clinical Director and Registered Psychologist at the South Perth Clear Health Psychology. Sam enjoys working with Adults, Children and athletes. He also takes pride in tackling a wide range of presentations including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, anger, interpersonal difficulties, drugs and alcohol challenges, relationship issues and sports related anxiety.Sam also particularly has interest in athlete performance. He has worked closely with some athletes from various sports backgrounds, helping them with their mental health in order towards achieving peak performance, enhancing focus and concentration,
Sam is the Clinical Director and Registered Psychologist at the South Perth Clear Health Psychology. Sam enjoys working with Adults, Children and athletes. He also takes pride in tackling a wide range of presentations including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, anger, interpersonal difficulties, drugs and alcohol challenges, relationship issues and sports related anxiety.Sam also particularly has interest in athlete performance. He has worked closely with some athletes from various sports backgrounds, helping them with their mental health in order towards achieving peak performance, enhancing focus and concentration,
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need some help, consider the positive benefits of counselling. Here are some reasons for taking that next step... Counselling provides you with emotional support, and research shows that professional help can make a big difference. Through counselling you can learn to better manage stress and anxiety, improve relationships and promote personal growth. Overall counselling can help manage life transitions better.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need some help, consider the positive benefits of counselling. Here are some reasons for taking that next step... Counselling provides you with emotional support, and research shows that professional help can make a big difference. Through counselling you can learn to better manage stress and anxiety, improve relationships and promote personal growth. Overall counselling can help manage life transitions better.
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 couples who 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 couples who are experiencing relationship difficulties, whether that be with a partner, school relationships or parents.
Play-based counselling can also take place in a quiet playground with younger children.
At Walk and Talk Psychology we work in an outdoor space. Our psychology sessions take place whilst walking along the beach or foreshore, or sitting under the shade of a tree. If you prefer a unrushed atmosphere, tailored to your needs and pace, this type of counseling may be helpful for you. The relaxed, calming environment and the light exercise enables more creative problem solving and and enhanced mental flexibility. I am passionate about teaching people how to recognise and to regulate their emotional responses, develop a positive sense of self, problem solve situations, and build their resilience for the future.
Play-based counselling can also take place in a quiet playground with younger children.
At Walk and Talk Psychology we work in an outdoor space. Our psychology sessions take place whilst walking along the beach or foreshore, or sitting under the shade of a tree. If you prefer a unrushed atmosphere, tailored to your needs and pace, this type of counseling may be helpful for you. The relaxed, calming environment and the light exercise enables more creative problem solving and and enhanced mental flexibility. I am passionate about teaching people how to recognise and to regulate their emotional responses, develop a positive sense of self, problem solve situations, and build their resilience for the future.
I have additional training in DBT, Couple's Therapy, 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, Couple's Therapy, 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.
More Therapists Nearby
I work with adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, OCD, low mood, stress, burnout, trauma, difficult life changes and emotional dysregulation. My approach is practical and collaborative. The focus is on understanding what is happening and finding useful ways forward. Telehealth appointments are available across Australia and in selected international locations.
I work with adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, OCD, low mood, stress, burnout, trauma, difficult life changes and emotional dysregulation. My approach is practical and collaborative. The focus is on understanding what is happening and finding useful ways forward. Telehealth appointments are available across Australia and in selected international locations.
Feeling overwhelmed by family conflict, anxiety, or a child's struggles? You're not alone. At Black Swan Health, we empathise and assist individuals and families in overcoming challenges and reclaiming their well-being. Perhaps you're a concerned parent observing shifts in your child's eating habits or behaviour. Maybe you're a couple seeking to rekindle the passion in your relationship. Or you could be a family grappling with communication obstacles, conflicts, or emotional distance. Whether you're battling anxiety, depression, or the weight of hoarding tendencies, our experienced and understanding team is here to support you.
Feeling overwhelmed by family conflict, anxiety, or a child's struggles? You're not alone. At Black Swan Health, we empathise and assist individuals and families in overcoming challenges and reclaiming their well-being. Perhaps you're a concerned parent observing shifts in your child's eating habits or behaviour. Maybe you're a couple seeking to rekindle the passion in your relationship. Or you could be a family grappling with communication obstacles, conflicts, or emotional distance. Whether you're battling anxiety, depression, or the weight of hoarding tendencies, our experienced and understanding team is here to support you.
Nadia is a registered psychologist who places great emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship with her clients and applies an individualised, client-centred approach to therapy. Her strengths-based approach helps clients to feel centred, affirmed, resilient and empowered so they can achieve potential personal growth. She is committed to a holistic approach to comprehensively address the various factors that may undermine a person’s resilience and sense of wellbeing. Nadia is also a Board Approved Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health sector.
Nadia is a registered psychologist who places great emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship with her clients and applies an individualised, client-centred approach to therapy. Her strengths-based approach helps clients to feel centred, affirmed, resilient and empowered so they can achieve potential personal growth. She is committed to a holistic approach to comprehensively address the various factors that may undermine a person’s resilience and sense of wellbeing. Nadia is also a Board Approved Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in the mental health sector.
Stephanie is an experienced Counsellor & Psychotherapist (Level 4 ACA) with over 20 years of experience, in private practice as well as working with community organisations since 2003. Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work. Stephanie is a professional, qualified and skilled counsellor possessing compassion and empathy to hold a safe, respectful, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and concerns without judgment.
Stephanie is an experienced Counsellor & Psychotherapist (Level 4 ACA) with over 20 years of experience, in private practice as well as working with community organisations since 2003. Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work. Stephanie is a professional, qualified and skilled counsellor possessing compassion and empathy to hold a safe, respectful, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and concerns without judgment.
I specialise in getting to the root cause of your pain, supporting adults, adolescents, children and couples. I work with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, difficult life transitions and relationship conflicts. I support individuals as well as whole families, helping parents, children, siblings and couples repair and rebuild their relationships. I don't offer quick fixes. Instead, I provide a space for you to speak freely and together, we will get to the heart of the issue. I listen carefully, to the underlying resonance of speech and draw on body-based approaches to support trauma processing and healing.
I specialise in getting to the root cause of your pain, supporting adults, adolescents, children and couples. I work with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, difficult life transitions and relationship conflicts. I support individuals as well as whole families, helping parents, children, siblings and couples repair and rebuild their relationships. I don't offer quick fixes. Instead, I provide a space for you to speak freely and together, we will get to the heart of the issue. I listen carefully, to the underlying resonance of speech and draw on body-based approaches to support trauma processing and healing.
Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.
Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.
Navigating a world that feels misaligned with your way of thinking can be exhausting. Whether you are managing the complexities of neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD), or the weight of anxiety, depression and trauma, the pressure to simply "function'" leaves little room for your true self. You may find yourself struggling with emotional dysregulation or questioning your identity while managing the demands of daily life. I will give you a space where your experiences aren't just diagnosed, where the goal isn't to be 'fixed', but to work to develop a way of living that feels authentic, manageable, and grounded in your unique strengths.
Navigating a world that feels misaligned with your way of thinking can be exhausting. Whether you are managing the complexities of neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD), or the weight of anxiety, depression and trauma, the pressure to simply "function'" leaves little room for your true self. You may find yourself struggling with emotional dysregulation or questioning your identity while managing the demands of daily life. I will give you a space where your experiences aren't just diagnosed, where the goal isn't to be 'fixed', but to work to develop a way of living that feels authentic, manageable, and grounded in your unique strengths.
You don't have to figure this out by yourself.
I'm here when you're ready.
Psygma offers a free 15-minute consultation call - no pressure, just a real conversation about what support could look like for you.
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You don't have to figure this out by yourself.
I'm here when you're ready.
Psygma offers a free 15-minute consultation call - no pressure, just a real conversation about what support could look like for you.
Get in touch now...
Personable and friendly Psychologist, guided by your goals and pace – and if you want, with a push towards the change you want are ready to manage. I seek to develop a trusted therapeutic relationship as a foundation to working together to identify contributing factors to areas of current distress and discover a workable pathway forward.
I enjoy supporting people of all ages experiencing a variety of challenges (such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loneliness, and just ‘feeling different’) and developing recognition of strengths and needs which can be challenging to remember are still there when going through a difficult time.
Personable and friendly Psychologist, guided by your goals and pace – and if you want, with a push towards the change you want are ready to manage. I seek to develop a trusted therapeutic relationship as a foundation to working together to identify contributing factors to areas of current distress and discover a workable pathway forward.
I enjoy supporting people of all ages experiencing a variety of challenges (such as anxiety, depression, trauma, loneliness, and just ‘feeling different’) and developing recognition of strengths and needs which can be challenging to remember are still there when going through a difficult time.
Caring for matters of the mind in a Christ-centered way is important to my practice. I believe mental health is an integral part of overall wellbeing You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your concerns, gain clarity, and begin moving toward healing and positive change. I use evidence-based approaches and practical strategies. For those who desire it, I also integrate Christian faith and prayer into the counselling process to support growth and restoration.
Caring for matters of the mind in a Christ-centered way is important to my practice. I believe mental health is an integral part of overall wellbeing You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your concerns, gain clarity, and begin moving toward healing and positive change. I use evidence-based approaches and practical strategies. For those who desire it, I also integrate Christian faith and prayer into the counselling process to support growth and restoration.
With my background in psychology and counselling, I offer an integrated approach tailored to client's unique needs based on the Couples Developmental Model, Emotion Focused Therapy, Relational Life Therapy, and Play Therapy, amongst other modalities.
I am a dedicated and empathetic person-centred counsellor with a focus on addressing a wide array of relationship issues for both individuals and couples. I specialise in areas of: relationship counselling, family conflicts, behavioural issues, ADHD in adults and children, positive parenting, anxiety, depression, family domestic violence, separation and divorce. As a member of the Australian Counselling Association I'm committed to maintaining high ethical standards and provide a range of evidence-based interventions.
With my background in psychology and counselling, I offer an integrated approach tailored to client's unique needs based on the Couples Developmental Model, Emotion Focused Therapy, Relational Life Therapy, and Play Therapy, amongst other modalities.
I am a dedicated and empathetic person-centred counsellor with a focus on addressing a wide array of relationship issues for both individuals and couples. I specialise in areas of: relationship counselling, family conflicts, behavioural issues, ADHD in adults and children, positive parenting, anxiety, depression, family domestic violence, separation and divorce. As a member of the Australian Counselling Association I'm committed to maintaining high ethical standards and provide a range of evidence-based interventions.
I am a psychologist at MQ Psychology who works with children, adolescents, and adults. My approach is warm, compassionate, and human, with a focus on creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, or the neurodivergence, I aim to help you feel heard, understood, and supported. Together, we can work toward exploring what wellbeing looks like for you. I feel grateful to work in a role that allows me to support individuals and families in a way that feels meaningful and connected to the wider community
I am a psychologist at MQ Psychology who works with children, adolescents, and adults. My approach is warm, compassionate, and human, with a focus on creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, or the neurodivergence, I aim to help you feel heard, understood, and supported. Together, we can work toward exploring what wellbeing looks like for you. I feel grateful to work in a role that allows me to support individuals and families in a way that feels meaningful and connected to the wider community
Nearby Play Therapy Searches for Subiaco
- Applecross
- Claremont
- East Victoria Park
- Leederville
- Melville
- Mount Pleasant
- Nedlands
- Osborne Park
- Perth
- South Perth
- Victoria Park
- West Perth
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.