Child Counselling & Play Therapy in Hobart
At Children’s Therapy Tasmania, we provide trauma-informed counselling and play therapy for children and young people aged 3–15 years. We support children who are experiencing emotional, behavioural, or social challenges, helping them to build confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing in a safe and supportive environment.
No GP referral is required.
Unsure if this is the right fit? Book a 15 minute phone call
Counselling and Therapy for Children and Young People (Ages 3-15)
Children experience and express challenges differently to adults. Big feelings, behavioural changes, withdrawal, or difficulties at school can often be a child’s way of communicating that they need support.
We work alongside children and their families to gently explore what’s happening beneath the surface, using developmentally appropriate and play-based approaches that prioritise safety, connection, and trust.
Our child counselling and play therapy services support children who may be experiencing:
Anxiety, worry, or fear
Big emotions or difficulty with emotional regulation
Behavioural challenges at home or school
Social difficulties or friendship challenges
Low confidence or self-esteem
Adjusting to change, separation, or family transitions
Grief and loss
Trauma or difficult life experiences
Our Approach to Child Therapy
Our approach recognises that children communicate through play, behaviour, and relationship. Therapy sessions are paced to your child’s needs and guided by their interests, developmental stage, and capacity for engagement.
We provide therapy that is:
Child-Led
Children are supported to express themselves through play, creativity and relational connection rather than pressure or expectation.
Trauma-Informed
We understand the impact of trauma, stress and disrupted attachment on a child’s emotions and behaviour.
Emotionally Safe
Building trust and safety is central to the therapeutic relationship.
Collaborative
Collaborative with parents, carers and educators as part of a child’s support system.
What Families can Expect
Families often come to therapy feeling unsure, worried, or overwhelmed. We aim to make the process as clear and supportive as possible.
Through counselling and play therapy, children may experience:
Improved emotional regulation and coping skills
Increased confidence and self-expression
Greater social skills and relationship safety
Support in processing difficult experiences
A stronger sense of emotional safety
Parents and carers are supported to better understand their child’s emotional world and are offered guidance that aligns with the child’s therapeutic goals.
Is this Service Right for my Child?
Child counselling and play therapy may be helpful if you’ve noticed:
Ongoing emotional or behavioural changes
Increased anxiety, withdrawal, or distress
Difficulty managing transitions or change
Challenges at school, home, or with peers
Concerns following stressful or traumatic events
If you’re unsure whether therapy is the right step, we welcome you to reach out and discuss your child’s needs.
How the Referral Process Works
Submit a Referral Form
A referral can be made via our website, phone or by using our paper form and takes less than 2 minutes to complete. No GP referral required.
We Review & Make Contact
We’ll review your referral and make contact via phone, SMS or email. We’ll let you know our availability and invite you to schedule our first appointment together.
No GP referral is required.
Intake Appointment
Our first appointment is about exploring your needs and gathering information. We’ll discuss options for support that are most suited to your needs and circumstances.
Child Counselling and Play Therapy in Hobart
Children’s Therapy Tasmania provides counselling and play therapy services for children and young people in Hobart. Our practice is grounded in ethical, trauma-informed, and child-centred care, supporting children and families to navigate challenges with compassion and understanding.
We are committed to reflective practice, safeguarding children, and working alongside families and professionals to provide high-quality therapeutic support.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re seeking counselling or play therapy for your child, we invite you to make a referral or book a brief call to explore whether this service is the right fit.
Book in a 15 minute phone call
No GP referral required - Confidential - Child-Centred & Trauma-Informed