Engage Playfully

Engage Playfully

Engage Playfully is a trauma‑informed, child‑centred therapeutic service supporting children aged 3–17 across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. We specialise in Animal‑Assisted Play Therapy, counselling, and early intervention supports designed to build emotional regulation, communication, confidence, and social connection.

Our Core Services

• Animal‑Assisted Play Therapy
Child‑led therapeutic sessions incorporating certified therapy animals (therapy dogs and a therapy rabbit) to support emotional regulation, confidence, and engagement in a safe, nurturing environment.

• Play Therapy & Counselling
Evidence‑based play therapy and counselling for children experiencing anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, behavioural challenges, grief, or social difficulties.

• Key Worker / Early Intervention Supports
Holistic support for families navigating developmental, behavioural, or emotional needs. Includes parent coaching, home‑based strategies, school collaboration, and NDIS‑aligned goal support.

• School‑Based Programs
Targeted 1:1 and small‑group sessions delivered onsite at schools to support emotional regulation, social skills, transitions, and wellbeing. Includes teacher collaboration and regular progress updates.

• In‑Clinic Sessions
Therapeutic play‑based sessions delivered at our Frankston clinic, designed to build emotional safety, communication, and functional skills.

• In‑Home & Community Support
Flexible sessions supporting children in their natural environments—home, parks, community spaces—to build independence, confidence, and real‑world coping skills.

• Parent Support & Coaching
Practical, strengths‑based guidance to help parents understand behaviour, implement routines, and support emotional regulation at home.

Our Approach

• Trauma‑informed
• Neuroaffirming
• Child‑led and strengths‑based
• Collaborative with families, schools, and support teams
• Focused on functional outcomes and emotional wellbeing
• NDIS‑registered provider

Who We Support

Children aged 3–17 who may experience:
• Emotional dysregulation
• Anxiety or trauma
• Social and communication challenges
• Behavioural difficulties
• Sensory needs
• Grief and loss
• School refusal or transition challenges

Why Families Choose Engage Playfully

• Unique integration of animal‑assisted therapy
• Warm, safe, and engaging therapeutic environment
• Strong collaboration with schools and support workers
• Clear communication and regular progress updates
• Flexible delivery: clinic, school, home, or community
• Evidence‑based, child‑centred practice