Helping children who hurt
A gentle, evidence-based approach to supporting children through trauma, anxiety, grief, life changes, and emotional challenges.
Child-centred play therapy helps to overcome distress and trauma, developing psychological well-being, enabling your child's uniqueness and strength to shine through.
"For children to 'play out' their experiences is the most natural, dynamic, and self-healing process in which they can engage."
— Gareth L. Landreth
What is Play Therapy?
Play is a child’s natural language.
Children don't always have the words to explain what they're thinking or feeling. Through carefully guided play, they can safely express emotions, process difficult experiences, and develop healthy ways of coping.
Suitable for children aged 3–12, Child-Centred Play Therapy is an evidence-based approach that nurtures emotional wellbeing while honouring each child's unique personality and strengths.
Supporting Children Through Change
Helping children navigate life's challenges with confidence.
Play Therapy can support children experiencing:
Trauma
Family violence
Grief and loss
Anxiety and emotional distress
Behavioural challenges
Bullying
Family separation
Social difficulties
Autism
Life transitions and adjustment
It Starts With A Conversation
Supporting your child begins with supporting you.
Parents and carers know their child better than anyone. Our initial consultation is an opportunity to share your concerns, celebrate your child's strengths, and explore whether play therapy is the right next step.
Throughout therapy, regular parent and carer meetings ensure you remain informed, supported, and involved in your child's progress.
❊ FAQs
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Private clients: $150 per session, payable upon receipt of your invoice.
NDIS fees for:
8 years and under:
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9 years and over:
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Children attend weekly during school terms. Most children will participate in therapy for approximately 10 to 40 sessions, depending on the complexity and nature of their situation, individual needs, and progress. This can be discussed with you in more detail at the first parent/carer intake session.
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We accept both NDIS-managed and self-managed plans, and can support a range of individual funding arrangements.
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Less than 24 hours’ notice of cancellation will be charged in accordance with NDIS and Maitland Play Therapy policy.
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Sessions are held weekly during NSW public school terms and each session runs for 45 minutes.
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Unfortunately not; however, you will find that our fees are very reasonable and competitively priced.