I aim to keep services accessible while reflecting the professional training and care that goes into each session. Fees usually fall between $60–$130 NZD, depending on the service. Please contact me for a personalised quote. 

Play therapy is especially helpful for children who struggle to manage big feelings or cope with everyday challenges at home or school. It can support children with anxiety, ADHD, autism, trauma, grief, or behavioural difficulties, as well as those experiencing changes in family life or friendship struggles. The play therapy room provides a safe and creative space to express themselves, build confidence, and develop healthier ways of coping. Play therapy can also benefit adults who prefer a creative, non-verbal way to explore their emotions.

Play therapy is most often used with children aged 3 to 12 years, as play is their natural way of communicating. However, it can also be effective for adolescents, and even for adults who find it difficult to put feelings into words. For adults, play-based methods can provide a safe, creative way to explore emotions and experiences.

As a guide, play therapy begins with a 6-session assessment. After that, a minimum of 12 sessions is usually recommended to give the process time to work. Each child is different, so we review progress together to decide what’s best.

The first session is a gentle introduction. I explain how play therapy works and give your child time to explore the room and get comfortable. The main focus is to build connection with your child, helping them feel safe, relaxed, and understood. From this foundation of trust, they can begin to engage in their own way and at their own pace.

Keep preparation simple. You might say: “I’ve met the therapist already, and I trust you’ll enjoy spending time in the playroom.” Reassure your child that this is a safe space for them, without giving too many details or setting expectations. There’s no need to say “go and have fun” or to focus on whether they’ll like it. Instead, keep it open and neutral — their curiosity will guide them.

The playroom is equipped with carefully chosen toys and materials that encourage expression, creativity, and problem-solving. These include art and craft supplies, sandtray and figures, puppets, role-play materials, games, and building toys. Each item is selected with a therapeutic purpose, not just for entertainment.

In everyday play, children experiment, have fun, or pass time. In play therapy, play becomes the language children use to express feelings, explore challenges, and process experiences. The therapist observes, reflects, and joins the play in ways that support emotional growth and wellbeing.

Yes. What your child shares in therapy is confidential and their privacy is respected. The only exceptions are safety concerns or situations where sharing certain insights with parents/teachers will directly benefit the child. These are always handled sensitively, with the child’s wellbeing at the centre.