Playful Minds

  Tiffany's journey to founding Playful Minds Therapy is a heartfelt story of passion and dedication. Driven by a deep desire to make a lasting difference in the lives of children, she has always been committed to helping them navigate life’s challenges, heal from difficult experiences, and develop a strong, resilient sense of self.

Over the years, Tiffany has refined her therapeutic approach to one she wholeheartedly believes in, specialising in trauma-informed, evidence-based modalities that support child and adolescent mental health, emotional regulation, and developmental wellbeing.

When she decided to start her own business, it was crucial for her to create a unique, nurturing environment where children could feel safe, seen and understood. Watching the positive changes, growth and healing unfold in her clients is a source of immense joy, making Playful Minds Therapy an especially meaningful endeavour for her.

  At Playful Minds Therapy, Tiffany takes a trauma-informed, play-centered and creativity-focused approach to therapy for children aged 2-10 years. While play is a powerful tool for supporting children’s development, it is also a gentle and effective way to help them process trauma and difficult experiences, build emotional safety, and strengthen mental health.

 Tiffany specialises in childhood trauma and mental health meaning she brings a deep understanding of how early experiences can shape a child’s emotions, behaviour, and developing sense of self. She supports children to make sense of their inner world, navigate overwhelming feelings, and rebuild a sense of safety, and connection to self and others. Using therapeutic play, children are supported to express and explore their experiences, ignite curiosity and creativity, and strengthen their self-awareness and emotional resilience. 

Recognising that children grow and heal within the context of their relationships, parents and caregivers are an essential part of the therapeutic process. Whether through family play therapy sessions or regular parent/caregiver consultations, Tiffany works in partnership with families, building their confidence, insight, and skills to support their child’s emotional growth and healing beyond the clinic room.

  Play therapy is extensively researched and evidence based. It is shown to help children facing a variety of challenges, including trauma, developmental concerns, anxiety, behavioural difficulties, emotional regulation issues, self-esteem struggles, grief and loss, family changes, and social difficulties. In play therapy, children can explore and express their emotions, build resilience, develop coping skills, and navigate their experiences in a safe, nurturing and supportive environment.

At Playful Minds Therapy, Tiffany integrates a range of play therapy modalities, including child-centered play therapy, attachment-focused therapy, and other creative and expressive techniques into her therapeutic approach. Additionally, Tiffany is trained in AutPlay® Therapy, Theraplay®, and is currently completing formal training in Synergetic Play Therapy.

Whether a child is navigating the effects of trauma, mental health challenges, developmental concerns, or emotional and behavioural struggles, play therapy offers a developmentally appropriate and emotionally attuned therapeutic approach.