Consults for parents

We know that raising, supporting and loving the little and young people in our lives can at times feel hard…. sometimes really, really hard. Self-doubt can creep in, overwhelm and not knowing where to find help or answers for your child's unique needs. Mix in people's good intentions, parenting advice and opinions, not to mention the endless parenting styles and strategies on social media. Trying to navigate all of this and knowing what to do can be overwhelming. You don’t have to do it alone.
We offer a safe space to explore and make sense of what’s happening, so you can support your child (and yourself) with more confidence and clarity, shifting away from “good vs bad” and toward curiosity, connection, and unmet needs.

Our consultations offer an alternative to ongoing therapy. Rather than long-term counselling, we provide targeted, evidence-based support through a psychoeducational lens. That means we focus on sharing insight, tools, and guidance based on developmental science, neurobiology, and nervous system functioning—without diagnosing, pathologising, or following a long term therapeutic treatment plan.

And we start with you.

We believe the parent–child relationship is the most powerful tool for change. When we understand what’s going on beneath the surface—what your child is really needing, and what might be coming up for you—we can begin to shift patterns in a way that feels grounded and real.

You know your child best. We bring professional knowledge and experience, and you bring deep insight, values, and lived expertise about your family. Together, we explore what's happening, what’s needed, and what’s possible.

A Flexible Approach to Support

Our consultation model is a practical alternative to ongoing therapy. You can:

  • Book a one-off session

  • Schedule a short series of sessions

  • Return for support as needed

And if it turns out you need more ongoing or specialised help, we’ll guide you toward the right support for your family’s needs.

“Beneath every behaviour is a feeling. Beneath every feeling there is a need. When we meet that need rather than focus on the behaviour, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom.” Ashleigh Warner, Holistic Family Psychologist

“Dysregulation is our guide to authenticity. It is part of the wisdom of the body trying to get our attention.” Lisa Dion

 FAQs

  • No referral needed! You are welcome to make direct contact when you are ready.

  • All of the work we do, regardless of Play Therapy or Parent Consults holds a focus on strengthening the relationship between you and your child. We know that there are times that Play Therapy is important and needed for kids particularly around experiences of trauma and specific needs, however we also believe you have the greatest capacity to create change within your home because of the attachment relationship you have with your child. We place the highest value on this and so our work will always involve you as the parent/carer.

    If you have questions, please reach out via our contact form and we can work it through together.

  • We offer the following options:

    90 minute consultation: $260 (ncl. GST)

    60 minute consultation $195 (Incl. GST)

    30 minute check in $105 (Incl. GST) (Only available after initial consultation)

    Synergetic Play Therapy session $195 (Incl. GST)

  • We are based in the Albury/Wodonga region for face to face sessions.

    Online sessions are also available to those unable to make face to face sessions.

  • We get it - you want to find the right person for you and your circumstances. To support you to check in before committing we offer a free 10 minute phone consult to check if it feels right to proceed.

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