Helpful Information
WHAT YOU CAN HOPE FOR IN THERAPY
- A unique honest open experience where we show up as our real true imperfectly perfect selves- A trauma informed approach where you feel safe and supported- Evidence based approaches that focus on both brain and body - Collaboration where we work alonside one another, and you will not ever hear us tell you what to do- No quick-fix one-size fits all approaches - No lables or diagnosing- No homework (maybe some 'Heart work' if we agree on it).- To always feel seen, heard and believed - To find meaningful ways to heal through whatever challege you bring into this space- To feel safe and supported to gently work through what you hope to- To feel you can trust we will be support you to support your child or young person whilst holding them safely in a therapeutic process
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Lifeline Parentline 131114 1300 30 1300
1800Respect Kids Helpline 1800737732 1800 55 1800
MensLine Australia 13 YARN1300 78 99 78 13 92 76
Butterfly Foundation Blue Knot Helpline
1800 33 4737 1300 657 380
Suicide Call Back Service
1300 659 467
NO REFERRAL NEEDED
PLAY THERAPY
You can self-refer your child to play therapy. We take private clients, NDIS clients and government organisation referred clients.
NDIS
We work alongside and support NDIS clients who are self-managed and plan-managed.
WHY PLAY THERAPY
What are the benefits of play therapy?Evidence-based research supports the effectiveness of play therapy with children who are experiencing a wide variety of social, emotional, or behavioural challenges including:• Separation/Divorce• Abuse/ Neglect• Bullying• Chronic illness/Terminal illness• Divorce/Separation• Trauma• ADHD• Autism Spectrum Disorder• Grief/Loss/Bereavement• Domestic violence/Family violence• Natural disasters• Social/ relationship challenges• Anxiety• Low self-esteem
A more detailed handout on play therapy can be made available when engaging with HeartSPACE
HeartSPACE A Safe Space to Heal your Heart and Mind
Hours
Monday: 8:30am - 6:00pmTuesday: 8:30am – 6:00pmWednesday: 8:30am – 6:00pmThursday: 8:30am – 6:00pmFriday: CLOSED