Helping Children Flourish Through Nature-Based Play Therapy

Where every child's story matters and healing happens naturally. Heartwood Play Therapy creates safe, nurturing environments for children to express themselves and grow.

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NDIS Registered Provider
Australian Play Therapists Association
10+ Years Combined Experience
Nature-Based Therapy Specialists
Telehealth Available

Our Specialized Services

Evidence-based play therapy approaches tailored to your child's unique needs and delivered in healing natural environments.

Individual Play Therapy

One-on-one sessions in natural settings, tailored to your child's unique needs and development.

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Child-Parent Relationship Therapy

Evidence-based program strengthening family bonds through guided outdoor play experiences.

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Group Play Therapy

Small group sessions fostering social skills and peer connections in supportive outdoor environments.

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Telehealth Services

Professional therapy support accessible from home through secure, interactive platforms.

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The Healing Power of Natural Settings

Research consistently demonstrates that outdoor environments reduce stress hormones, improve focus, and accelerate therapeutic progress in children.

Evidence-based play therapy techniques validated by research

Therapeutic benefits of natural settings and fresh air

Child-led exploration and discovery learning

Family-centered treatment planning and goal setting

Culturally sensitive and inclusive practice methods

Trauma-informed care principles throughout treatment

Studies show that children engaged in nature-based therapy demonstrate 40% faster improvement in emotional regulation and social skills compared to traditional indoor settings.

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What Families Are Saying

Real experiences from families who have found healing through our nature-based approach.

"Heartwood's outdoor approach transformed our family dynamic. Our 8-year-old daughter went from daily meltdowns to confidently expressing her feelings and needs. The natural setting helped her feel safe to open up in ways we never saw before."

— Sarah M., Brighton

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"The combination of professional expertise and natural settings created the perfect environment for our son's healing journey. His anxiety has decreased significantly, and he's developed coping strategies that work both at home and school."

— Michael T., Mentone

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Ready to Start Your Child's Healing Journey?

Every child deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported. Our nature-based approach creates the perfect environment for growth, healing, and family connection.

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