Here at Play Therapy SA, we offer a range of therapeutic modalities to help children and families live the best lives they can. Our therapists are trained in a range of interventions, working both with children directly and with parents and caregivers. Play Therapy can help in many situations, including:
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Autism
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Attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorders
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Low self-esteem and self-confidence
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School and social difficulties
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Selective mutism
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Trauma or attachment issues
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Adoption and fostering
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Divorce and separation
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Anxiety and depression
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Grief and loss
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Angry and aggressive behaviours
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Chronic illness
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Bullying
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Global development delay
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Sexual or physical abuse
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Gender variance
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Sleeping difficulties
A child’s natural mode of learning and expression is often play. While adults may use counselling to help them through difficulties, children can struggle with talk-based methods while their cognitive abilities and verbal skills are developing. Play Therapy recognises the healing potential in play.
We use a range of Play Therapy models depending on the specific needs of the child and family. These include Child-Centred Play Therapy, Autplay Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, the Learn to Play program, Child-Parent Relationship Therapy and Family Therapies based on Theraplay® principles. To find out more about each of these, please head over to Services.


