What I offer

Services

I offer personalised, evidence-based counselling for children, teens, adults, and parents — in person in Gladstone, QLD, or via telehealth across Australia.

Play and Pause Therapy and Counselling — Shop 1/114 Goondoon Street, Gladstone
Children
Ages 5–12

Children

Play is a child's natural language. I use play-based and creative therapies to help children express big emotions, build confidence, and develop healthy coping skills in a safe, nurturing space.

Approaches used

  • Play-Based Therapy
  • Creative Art Modalities
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Approach (where that is the client's goal)

I can help with

  • Anxiety and worry
  • Behavioural challenges
  • School difficulties
  • Big life changes (divorce, new sibling, moving)
  • Grief and loss
  • Trauma
Teens
Ages 13–17

Teens

Adolescence can be overwhelming. I provide a non-judgmental space where teens can talk openly, work through challenges, and build the skills they need to thrive — in person or via telehealth.

Approaches used

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Mindfulness-based approaches
  • Strengths-based therapy
  • Creative Art Modalities (gem art, painting, drawing)
  • Solution-Focused Approach (where that is the client's goal)

I can help with

  • Anxiety and depression
  • Social difficulties and friendships
  • Identity and self-esteem
  • School stress and pressure
  • Family conflict
  • Trauma
Adults & Parents
18 and over

Adults & Parents

Life gets complicated. Whether you're navigating stress, relationship challenges, parenting pressures, or past trauma, I offer a warm, collaborative space to help you reconnect with yourself and move forward.

Approaches used

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Mindfulness-based approaches
  • Solution-Focused Approach (where that is the client's goal)

I can help with

  • Anxiety and stress
  • Depression
  • Parenting challenges
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Grief and loss
  • Trauma and PTSD

NDIS Participants Welcome

Play and Pause Therapy accepts NDIS participants who are self-managed or plan-managed. Please get in touch to discuss how we can support your goals.

Telehealth Available

Can't make it in person? All services are available via secure video call, so you can access support from the comfort of your own home — anywhere in Australia.

Ready to take the first step?

Reach out today to book a free 15-minute consultation and find out if we're the right fit.

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Play and Pause Therapy and Counselling

Creative, mindful, client-centred counselling.

Contact

  • 03 6358 0729
  • Shop 1/114 Goondoon Street
    Gladstone, Q 4680
  • ABN: 50 582 688 664

We respectfully acknowledge the First Nations people of this land and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.

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