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.
