Events and Programs
​Parent Workshop Series (Optimal Relationship Approach)
2026 dates to be announced soon.
3-part series
6:30pm-8:30pm
Online
$200 per participant for 3 x 2-hour sessions
Presented by Felicity Odgers
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The ‘Optimal Relationship Approach’ (ORA) is an evidence-informed program developed by Dr Kate Renshaw. ORA teaches parents/carers 8 relationship-based skills to support positive parenting experiences and overall family wellbeing. This 3-part series series supports parents/carers to feel more confident in their parenting, to strengthen their relationship with their child and to promote positive mental health and wellbeing for the whole family. ORA is delivered by experienced Child Play Therapists who are TORA Certified. The workshops explore how the brain works, how to make sense of big behaviours and the importance of relationships.
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​Community Talk
2026 dates to be announced soon.
7:30pm-9pm
Online, register via link below
No cost
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Join our free, online workshop for parents/carers and professionals about child development and social-emotional wellbeing, delivered by our expert Play Therapists. ​
Intensive Group Play Therapy: School Holiday Program
Monday 12th January and Monday 19th January
1 hour per day for 5 days
Malvern East and Balwyn North Clinics
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Our School Holiday Intensive Group Play Therapy program provides a supportive space for children to grow their play and social skills in small groups, led by our Play Therapists.
Sessions run for 1-hour every day for 5 days and have a maximum of 6 children - one therapist to every two children. Find out more here.
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Get in touch for more information or to reserve your spot!
Catch Up Community Talks
Once Upon a Time: Harnessing the Power of Stories to Help Your Children Heal and Grow with Felicity Odgers, Play Therapist
Explore how storytelling can support children’s emotional development, healing, and resilience.
Parenting in an Imperfect World with Trish McGhie, Play Therapist
Understanding the science behind our big behaviours, as parents and children.
Preparing for School Transitions with Jean Borg, Play Therapist.
Jean shares her insights and practical advice for parents of children of any age, preparing for school transitions.
Supporting your ADHD child to navigate the world with Meg Ellard, Play Therapist.
Meg shares her understanding and practical advice to help parents understand and advocate for their child’s unique needs.
School Can't - When school feels impossible for kids - and parents, with Natalie Scira, Play Therapist.
Nat explores what School Can't is, and isn't, the brain science behind the behaviour, and what parents can do at home, how to advocate for your child, plus much more.
