What is Play Therapy?

Play Therapy is a developmentally responsive method used to help children communicate, process emotions, and address psychological challenges through play. Recognizing that play is a child's natural form of expression, our therapists use toys, games, and creative activities to facilitate healing and growth.


Four felt dolls with cheerful faces and colorful clothing, perched on wooden sticks, are part of a display. Behind them is a plush toy resembling a dog laying on its side and other small items scattered on a table.

Key Features of Play Therapy

  • Expressive Communication: Children often struggle to express themselves verbally. Play Therapy provides a non-threatening medium for them to communicate and work through emotions.

  • Safe and Supportive Environment: The playroom is a safe space where children can explore their feelings, fears, and hopes under the guidance of a trained therapist.

  • Tailored Interventions: Play Therapists use a variety of therapeutic techniques, adapting interventions to meet each child's unique needs and challenges.

When is Play Therapy Beneficial?

Play Therapy is effective for a range of concerns, including:

  • Behavioral Issues

  • Anxiety and Depression

  • Trauma and Abuse

  • Grief and Loss

  • Family Changes and Transitions

Take the First Step:

If you believe your child could benefit from Play Therapy, contact us to schedule a session. Let's embark on a journey of healing and growth through the language of play.

Flag of Australia with black, yellow, and red horizontal stripes and a yellow circle in the center.
A flag with three horizontal stripes: green on top and bottom, blue in the middle, featuring a white silhouette of a horse and star in the center.

Victorian Therapy and Counselling Centre acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.

 

Get in touch

Thank you for choosing Victorian Therapy and Counselling Centre to support you on your journey to well-being. To better understand your needs and ensure we provide the most effective counselling services, please take a few moments to complete our confidential intake form.

Sunset sky with orange clouds and sun rays