Supporting children to feel safe, understood and emotionally supported

Children’s Therapy Tasmania provides trauma-informed counselling and play therapy for children and young people in Hobart. We support children to explore emotions, build regulation and strengthen relationships in a safe, child-led way.

No GP referral is required.

Who We Support

Every child’s support journey is different. We work with families, schools and professionals to provide thoughtful, ethical care.

Children & Teens

Support for children & young people navigating emotions, behaviour, anxiety, trauma and change

Parents & Carers

Collaborative and compassionate support for parents and carers

Professionals

Clinical supervision, consultation and debriefing for those working with children

A safe, ethical and relational approach to therapy

Child Centred Care

We provide a child-centred, play-based approach for children aged 3-16 years. Our therapeutic approach is grounded in evidenced-based therapies, which are guided by a deep respect for the child’s voice and their developmental needs.

Whole of System Approach

Children grow and develop in systems; therefore, we offer an integrated, whole-of-system approach to their care. This means we support children, equip parents and grow the skills of the practitioners who support them.

Values Driven Framework

We are driven by our values of growth, authenticity, playfulness and a passion for children and life long learning. We are an Access-Based Fee Service which means we may offer a reduced fee to families who experience challenges accessing support.

How we Can Support

Counselling & Play Therapy for Children

Parenting Support & Education

Training

Clinical Supervision & Consultation

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Making a referral is simple

Submit a Referral Form

A referral can be made via our website, phone or by using our paper form and takes less than 2 minutes to complete. No GP referral required.

We Review & Make Contact

We’ll review your referral and make contact via phone, SMS or email. We’ll let you know our availability and invite you to schedule our first appointment together.

Intake Appointment

Our first appointment is about exploring your needs and gathering information. We’ll discuss options for support that are most suited to your needs and circumstances.

Meet the therapist behind Children’s Therapy Tasmania

Ashleigh - Founder, Child Therapist & Supervisor

Hello! I’m Ashleigh, I’ve been a Social Worker, working with children and families for over 10 years.

I created this service to give children a space where their voices are heard and values, where they feel safe to be exactly who they are, and where parents and professionals feel supported every step of the way.

Children’s Therapy Tasmania is committed to:

honouring the culture of childhood and empowering children, parents and practitioners through ethical, heart-centred and trauma-informed care.

Ready to take the next step?

Whether you’re a parent, carer, school or professional, support begins with a simple referral.