Your Questions, Answered

  • Child Life Therapy supports children to understand and cope with medical and procedural experiences through play, education, and emotional support.
    The goal is to reduce anxiety, build confidence, and help children feel more in control.

  • We support children and families navigating medical and procedural experiences, including:

    • Upcoming surgeries or procedures

    • Needle anxiety (vaccinations, blood tests)

    • Chronic or ongoing medical conditions

    • Medical trauma or previous distress

    • Neurodivergent children needing tailored preparation

  • No—parents can contact us directly and complete a self-referral form.
    Referrals from health professionals are also welcome.

  • The initial consultation is a parent-focused session where we:

    • Explore your child’s experiences and needs

    • Identify concerns and goals

    • Develop a personalised support plan

  • This varies depending on your child’s needs.
    Some families benefit from a few targeted sessions, while others prefer ongoing support over time.

  • Yes—parents and caregivers are encouraged to be involved.
    Supporting you is an important part of helping your child.

  • We offer flexible, community-based support:

    • In-home sessions

    • Community settings

    • Telehealth (where appropriate)

    This allows children to feel more comfortable and supported in familiar environments.

  • Yes—our focus is supporting children beyond hospital settings, helping them prepare, cope, and recover in everyday environments.

  • We use gentle, evidence-based strategies such as:

    • Play-based preparation

    • Gradual desensitisation

    • Coping strategies (breathing, distraction, choice)

    This helps children feel more in control and less overwhelmed.

  • We provide sensitive, trauma-informed support to help children process their experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and trust.

  • Yes—support may be available through NDIS, depending on your child’s plan. Where applicable, self-managed and plan-managed participants.
    Please indicate this when completing your enquiry form.

  • Pricing is based on $180 per 50-60 minute session for private clients, and NDIS pricing is based on the current NDIS pricing.

    There are limited spots available for families facing financial hardship, you can email and discuss your circumstances with us.

    1. Complete the Parent Self-Referral Form

    2. We’ll contact you

    3. Book your initial consultation

  • That’s completely okay.
    You’re welcome to reach out and we can have a free 15 minute discovery call. We can talk through your child’s needs and whether this support is right for your family.

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