Parent consultation sessions are for parents or caregivers who wish to receive support on their parenting journey from an experienced Social Worker and Play Therapist. Initial sessions are 60 minutes and occur either in person or via Telehealth where we unpack the current challenges you are facing and I provide support and strategies in moving forward. Post session you will receive a summary of the strategies we discussed along with resources. This is a stand alone service. Follow up sessions are also available.

My approach:

When working with any family I call upon my extensive knowledge, training and experience as a Social Worker and Play Therapist. In my approach I am informed by systems theory, attachment theory, humanistic theory, empowerment theory, trauma informed theory and many more. I bring a wealth of experience supporting families from varying situations and challenges. 

I view you as the expert of your family. I am here to listen to you and together we unpack the challenges you are facing with practical strategies of support. 

Play is at the forefront of my approach when working with families. I view play as being the language of the child and see it as pivotal to a parent / child attachment. Understanding play and the benefits will be incorporated into our consultation session.

These sessions can support with: 

• Gaining a deeper understanding of your child’s needs through the lens of play. 

• Gaining confidence in your parenting skills and abilities. 

• Expanding your tool kit as a parent with new strategies in supporting your child and family. 

• Being seen and heard in your parenting journey by an experienced mental health practitioner. 

What is included: 

• Online pre session parent consultation form. 

• 60 minute in person or Telehealth session.

• A summary of strategies and resources provided post session. 

The process: 

1. Once you have decided to book in for a parent consultation session we will agree on a time and type of meeting [in person or Telehealth]. 

2. I will send you the online parent consultation form to complete prior to our session. 

3. We will meet for our 60 minute session where we deep dive into the areas you feel you need supoort with and we develop practical strategies that you can put into place. 

4. Post session I will email with a summary of the strategies and resources discussed in the session.

Follow up session:

Follow up sessions are 30 minutes and are available in person or Telehealth. These sessions are for anyone who has had an initial session and a follow up session is desired. During these sessions we review progress and develop any new strategies required.

Availability: 

In person: Monday and Saturdays at the playroom. 

Telehealth: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. 

How to book: 

Head to the contact page and send a message or send an email to simone@nurturingplaytherapy.com.au