Play and Beyond - Therapy 4 Kids

22/04/2026

😂 𝐀 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐦…

Anyone who knows me knows I try to live life with humour wherever possible… sometimes it’s the only way through “one of those days”!

Well today was definitely one of those days!

I was walking down the street near work, minding my own business, probably looking more tired than fabulous… when a car drove past and someone gave a loud wolf whistle!

Naturally, I looked around thinking well that definitely wasn’t for me… I am in my 50’s after all! 😆

But there was no one else around… just geriatric me!

𝗜 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗺𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗹𝗳 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝟮𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀!!!

Suddenly I felt 20 again and may or may not have skipped back into work feeling quite chuffed with myself

Now I know wolf whistles aren’t always viewed positively… but at my age, I’m taking the win! 😂

And honestly, sometimes it’s the little unexpected moments that give our self-esteem a boost and remind us we’re still fabulous ... even on the days we don’t quite feel it.

Hope something small makes you smile today too 💙

22/04/2026

🌟 Applications close this week!
Rare Opportunity – Funded Play Therapy Place Available

Is your child or children experiencing big emotions or behaviours at home and school?

A place has become available in our Beyond Behaviours Program, offering a block of fully funded Play Therapy sessions for eligible children and families.

Due to funding timeframes, sessions must be completed before 30 June 2026, so this opportunity would 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐢𝐭 𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 who can share the final funded place, allowing more than one child to benefit from support within the remaining time.

This level of funded therapeutic support is uncommon, and we may not receive this opportunity again.

Play Therapy supports children to:
👉 regulate emotions and reduce meltdowns
👉 build confidence and resilience
👉 strengthen relationships at home and school
👉 develop communication and self-expression skills

Parents are also supported through Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), helping you connect with your child through play in ways that support emotional development.

Eligibility may include children who:
• are currently homeschooled due to significant behaviours, with plans to return to school
• are attending Kindy and preparing to start Prep next year
• are experiencing ongoing emotional or behavioural challenges at home and school

One final place available for immediate commencement, subject to eligibility requirements.

📍 Maryborough or potentially Hervey Bay

If you would like to check eligibility or learn more, please get in touch as soon as possible.

21/04/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐜 – 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 & 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 💙

Bec supports young children through Early Childhood Early Intervention (ECEI) while also working alongside parents to strengthen confidence, connection, and overall family wellbeing.

👉With a background in teaching, guidance counselling, behavioural support, and early intervention, Bec uses a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach to support emotional regulation, behaviour, and development.

As a Bringing Up Great Kids facilitator, Bec helps parents better understand their child’s needs and build positive, supportive relationships that promote resilience and growth.

Bec also brings lived experience as a parent of children with additional needs, offering practical and compassionate support for the whole family.

Supporting children and families to grow, connect and thrive.

✨To secure a session with Bec, contact us now.

19/04/2026

Let’s help rewrite a child’s story today
👇💙👇💜

💙𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐔𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝟒 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞💜

Play 4 Change is growing, and we are currently seeking support from professionals who may be able to volunteer their time, offer guidance, or provide recommendations.

As we continue working towards supporting children and families impacted by trauma, adversity, and family violence, we are looking to connect with professionals experienced in the not-for-profit space.

🫶We would love to hear from:

• Accountant familiar with not-for-profits, grant reporting, and compliance
• Lawyer experienced in charity / NFP structures and governance
• Grant writer or someone experienced in funding applications
• Marketing or communications support to help us increase awareness
• Fundraising or sponsorship guidance
• Governance or board advisory experience
• Community connections that may help us reach families who could benefit

If you are able to assist, or can recommend someone who may be willing to support a small organisation working to create positive change for children and families, we would be very grateful.

✨Even small amounts of guidance can make a big difference in helping us build something sustainable and impactful for our community.

P.S Please feel free to share - Together, we can help create safer, more connected futures for children.💕

16/04/2026

🧡🩷After school Fridays - Term Two.
Maryborough.

Limited vacancies so contact us now to secure your child a spot!

16/04/2026

💚After school Tuesdays - Term Two.
Hervey Bay.

Limited vacancies so contact us now to secure your child a spot!

16/04/2026

🧡💙𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 - 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐇𝐮𝐛
A safe space for overwhelmed parents & caregivers

We are pleased to offer Part Two of our Support Hub, part of the Village Connect initiative, funded through Social Shift in partnership with HBNC.

📍 The Treehouse – Urangan Community Wellness Centre
📅 Fridays from 8 May
⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm
📆 5 week program
💛 Completely FREE

This supportive space is for parents and caregivers who may be feeling overwhelmed and would benefit from connection, understanding and practical support.

Each session offers a safe, welcoming and judgement-free environment to:
✨ connect with others who understand
✨ learn about helpful local services
✨ hear from professionals sharing supportive strategies
✨ feel less alone in the challenges of parenting
✨ build confidence and strengthen family wellbeing

Professionals currently joining us include a:
• Counsellor
• Speech Pathologist
• Play Therapist

This is a child-free space, allowing parents and caregivers time to focus on themselves and the information being shared.

Child-minding may be available, depending on interest and sufficient numbers.

⭐ Bookings are essential and places are limited
If you are interested in attending, please complete the form below

https://www.cognitoforms.com/PlayAndBeyond1/VillageConnectSupportHub

Together, we can strengthen connection, support families, and build a more supported community 💛

14/04/2026

❤ Today I attended a 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 event at HBNC, where many inspiring ideas were shared to better support children, young people, and families in our community.

💡Some thoughtful ideas included:
• QR codes at parks so teenagers can easily access support if they need it
• safe use programs for e-scooters
• businesses offering safe, private breastfeeding spaces
• quiet retreat spaces in shopping centres for children (and parents) who feel overwhelmed or dysregulated.

Each idea reflected how small changes can help children feel safer, more supported, and better understood in everyday environments.

✨Our idea was “𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭 𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭.”

Not every child has grandparents nearby, and not every older person has grandchildren in their lives. Yet these relationships can be incredibly meaningful.

Connections with older adults can provide children with a sense of belonging, emotional security, and unconditional support — while also bringing joy, purpose, and connection to older members of our community.

Sometimes just one caring relationship can make a lifelong difference.

“𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭 𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭” is about gently bridging this gap and strengthening connection across generations ... because strong relationships help create safe communities 💜
After all ... it takes a village to raise a child!👵🧓🧒👧

We would love to hear your ideas…
𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖 𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙨𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚, 𝙡𝙤𝙬-𝙘𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨?

13/04/2026

📌 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞

I will be attending an event all day today, so I may not be able to return phone calls or respond to emails until tomorrow.

I will still be checking my phone periodically, so if anything urgent arises, please feel free to send a text or email and I will respond as soon as I can.

Thank you for your understanding 💙💜

13/04/2026

✨ 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 ✨

Just a friendly reminder that we have Bridgette on our team as our Support Coordinator.

Bridgette brings valuable experience navigating the NDIS and understands how overwhelming the system can sometimes feel. Her knowledge of NDIS processes, supports and pathways makes her a wonderful resource for families wanting guidance, clarity and support.

We feel very fortunate to have Bridgette as part of our team ... she is a truly valuable asset to our Play and Beyond community. 💜

If you would like support coordination assistance, feel free to reach out.

12/04/2026

💙𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 💙

We now have a Family Handbook available to email to anyone interested in our services.

The handbook provides helpful information about:
• how our services work
• what to expect from sessions
• how we support children and families
• other relevant information

We also have information booklets available on:
✨ Child-Centred Play Therapy
🎨 Therapy using Creative Arts

These resources can help you better understand how play-based supports can assist children with emotional wellbeing, confidence, communication, and relationships.

If you would like a copy, please reach out and we will happily email this to you.
📧 hello@playandbeyond.com.au

11/04/2026

🌟 Rare Opportunity - Funded Play Therapy Place Available

Is your child experiencing big emotions or behaviours at home and school?

A place has become available in our Beyond Behaviours Program, providing up to 26 fully funded Play Therapy sessions for eligible children and families — valued at close to $5,000, at no cost.

This level of funded therapeutic support is uncommon, and we may not receive this opportunity again.

Play Therapy supports children to:
👉 regulate emotions and reduce meltdowns
👉 build confidence and resilience
👉 strengthen relationships at home and school
👉 develop communication and self-expression skills

Parents are also supported through Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), helping you connect with your child through play in ways that support emotional development.

Eligibility may include children who: • are currently homeschooled due to significant behaviours, with plans to return to school
• are attending Kindy and preparing to start Prep next year

One spot available and subject to eligibility requirements.

📍 Maryborough

If you would like to check eligibility or learn more, please get in touch.