Every Step Therapy Support

23/07/2025

Meltdowns and tantrums can look the same;
Crying. Yelling. Hitting. Shutting down.

But the difference?
It’s what’s happening under the surface that really matters.

💥 Tantrums are often about getting something;
A lolly, a toy, attention.
They usually stop when the goal is met (or denied).

🌪️ Meltdowns come from overload;
Too much noise, stress, change, emotion.
These kids aren’t trying to get something. They’re trying to survive something.

Understanding the difference helps you respond with more empathy, and less frustration.

We work with children to build awareness, emotional safety, and regulation skills. Because their big moments need big understanding.

📩 DM us if you’re seeing more meltdowns than ever, we’re here to help.

22/07/2025

Back to school doesn’t always mean back to calm.

Your child might be carrying more than just a backpack right now.

Even if they’re not saying much, their behaviour might be telling you everything:�😤 After-school meltdowns�🙈 Shutting down or getting clingy�😢 Big emotions over tiny things

It’s not them being difficult, it’s their nervous system adjusting, processing, coping.

At Every Step Therapy Support, we help kids explore these feelings safely, through play - not pressure.

If the first week back has felt big for your child (or for you), we’re here to help.
�Send us a message or head to our website to find out more about how we support kids.

10/07/2025

You don’t need a packed schedule to make the holidays meaningful.
A slow day together can do more than a full itinerary 🫶

How are you planning to fill your child’s cup these holidays? And what about yours?

04/07/2025

✨ Farewell to Kelly ✨

After four incredible years with us, we say goodbye to our talented Play Therapist, Kelly. With her creative spirit and social work expertise, Kelly brought so much depth to her practice and care to the families she supported.

From the very beginning, she’s been an integral part of our team, walking alongside children and their families with warmth, insight, and compassion. Her ability to connect meaningfully with others and her passion for therapeutic support have made a lasting impact.

Kelly, you will be deeply missed by us all. Thank you for everything 💛

30/06/2025

“They’ll grow out of it.”

It’s a phrase we hear often from well-meaning family, friends, even professionals.

But here’s the truth: kids don’t usually “grow out of” big emotional struggles.

They grow around them.

When children don’t get the support they need early on, they learn to adapt - to mask, withdraw, or explode. These behaviours are survival strategies, not signs that they’ve moved on.

As they get older, those early unmet needs can show up in different ways: anxiety, school avoidance, meltdowns, friendship troubles, or a deep sense that they’re “not good enough.”

That’s why early support matters.

Play therapy and emotional support give children tools they’ll use for life:

To express what’s happening inside

To feel safe in relationships

To trust that they don’t have to carry hard things alone

You’re not overreacting by seeking help.
You’re being proactive.

Let’s stop expecting kids to just grow out of it, and start helping them grow through it 💛

Tag someone who needs this reminder, or message us to chat more.

26/06/2025

Screens. We love them. We worry about them.

And if you’ve ever found yourself Googling "how much screen time is too much?" while handing over the iPad… you’re not alone 🤭

25/06/2025

Be Quick - the morning session booked out fast! We have opened up an afternoon session!
These fun-filled sessions are packed with hands-on activities designed to help children build confidence, connect with others, and develop important social skills.
Each session supports growth in areas like sharing, turn-taking, flexible thinking, and working together—all while having fun in a relaxed, supportive environment.
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24/06/2025

Big feelings can look loud, messy, or confusing, but they’re not bad. They're a sign your child is overwhelmed, not naughty.

When we offer safety instead of shame, connection instead of correction, we help them learn to ride the wave rather than fear it.

Gentle reminder for today: your calm matters more than the perfect response 🫶

19/06/2025

Not every win looks like a smiling child.
Sometimes it looks like sitting quietly beside them.
Like staying close, even when they can’t find the words.
Like being the safe space they can fall apart in.

In our work with kids, progress often comes in tiny, quiet ways.
A glance. A moment of stillness. A toy gently handed over.
These are the wins you don’t always see, but they matter just as much.

You're doing better than you think 💛

Save this for the days that feel messy, loud, or slow.
Tag a parent who needs the reminder today.

📸 For ABEL photography

18/06/2025

A wonderful opportunity for parents, carers, educators, and community members to come together and be part of an important conversation!

🗓 Wednesday June 25
⏰ 6.30pm for 7pm start
📍 Barossa Arts Centre, Faith Lutheran College

🎬 You’re Invited: SEEN Documentary Screening at Faith Lutheran College 🎬

Faith Lutheran College is proud to present a special screening of SEEN — a powerful documentary that shares the voices of young people and the importance of understanding, inclusion, and connection.

🗓 Date: Wednesday June 25
🕕 Time: 6.30pm for 7pm start
📍 Venue: Barossa Arts Centre, Faith Lutheran College

✨ We welcome all parents, carers, staff, and community members to attend and be part of this meaningful conversation.

To reserve your seat, visit: https://barossaarts.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/150501