Play Plus Therapy

07/12/2025

As always, a delight to work with Kids on the Coast, particularly on a topic that’s so important in this climate.

This article is written for support for families in navigating the Social Media Age Restrictions. What to expect from your child, and how best to support them and support yourself.

Tips For Parents to Support the Developing Brain During the Important Age Restrictions on Social Media 📵

Kristen Whittingham from Play Plus Therapy joins us with expert advice on guiding families through the upcoming social media age restrictions.



LEARN MORE: https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/parenting/tips-for-parents-age-restrictions-on-social-media/

29/11/2025

We’re here to support and explain, from a neurological point of view, what the Social Media Ban means for your child and this critcal time in development.

Our program will help them understand their brains, their nervous system and provide them with skills in mindfulness, all while in a small group of peers, sharing fun and engaging activities!

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Spaces are limited!!i

25/11/2025

🌟 School Holidays Are Nearly Here — and so are our Fun, Supportive Intensive Group Therapy Sessions! 🌟

With the holiday break just around the corner, we have your child covered! We’ve created a series of playful, therapeutic group programs designed to boost your child’s social, emotional, and sensory regulation skills, while enjoying hands-on festive fun.

From building on friendships or pretend play skills, or calming art experiences and sensory-rich adventures in creative group challenges, there is a session thoughtfully crafted by registered play therapists to suit and support the growing minds of all children in a joyful, confidence-building environment.

✨ These school holidays are the perfect time for your child to connect, create, and develop important skills that support emotional wellbeing and social success.

👉 Visit our website for the full program list, session details, and booking links.

We can’t wait to welcome your child into a holiday filled with creativity, connection, and growth!

07/11/2025

Social media and smartphones have become a normal part of adult life.

So imagine being told: "In 33 days, you’re being cut off."

Your chest might tighten. You might feel anxious.
What about your group chats?
Your cousin overseas you talk to every day?
Your favourite dog reels that get you through waiting rooms, boring Zoom calls…
and yes, those late-night scrolls behind the TV.

Now pause and consider:
What might this feel like for our kids?!

Kids who are still learning to build friendships.
Who are navigating big emotions, big behaviours, big everything.
Their brains are still wiring and rewiring.

This change is huge and they can’t be expected to manage it alone.

Now, the good news?
You don’t have to manage it alone either.

At Play Plus Therapy, we’re here with support, practical strategies, and gentle guidance as families move through this shift together.

You’ve got this. And we’ve got you. 🤍

07/10/2025

It was such a pleasure to speak to Kids on the Coast - Gold Coast on Play Therapy, what it is and how it can help children and families.

If you still have questions on how it may help you or the child in your life, give us a call.

Play Therapy: Helping little hearts heal through play 🧩

Curious about play therapy? This powerful approach is growing fast as more parents discover the key to children’s wellbeing may lie in the playroom.



LEARN MORE: https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/health-wellbeing/play-therapy-helping-little-hearts-heal-through-play/

24/08/2025

When working with children, you are working with young families. Evidence shows the earlier the intervention, the less need for intervention in the adult years. Young families need financial support to access services for their children. Play Therapy needs to be available through Medicare.

20/08/2025

It’s not just about having toys in your therapy room 🧸 Play therapy requires specialised training, practice experience, supervision and registration

Play therapy is a distinct form of psychotherapy with its own:
✓ Theoretical model
✓ Evidence-base
✓ International play therapy education competencies and standards of practice https://www.ic-pta.com/

Children, adolescents, and families deserve expert care. So, if you want to incorporate play therapeutically…become a play therapist!

30/07/2025

Because sometimes the most profound conversations happen without words 🧸✨

This isn’t just a beautiful metaphor, it’s evidence-based practice. Research shows that play therapy helps children process trauma, develop emotional regulation, and build resilience in ways traditional talk therapy often cannot 📈

When we meet children where they are, speaking their natural language of play, healing happens ❤️‍🩹