How We Support Children & Families
Every child experiences the world differently, and every family has their own unique story.
If you’re concerned about your child’s emotions, behaviour or wellbeing, you’re not alone. Sometimes children need a safe space to express what they can’t yet put into words, while parents and caregivers need support to better understand what their child may be communicating.
At reconnect2thrive, we believe behaviour is a form of communication, not simply something to be managed.
Through child-centred, attachment-informed and play-based approaches, we support children, young people and families to better understand emotions, strengthen relationships and build confidence through connection, compassion and evidence-informed practice.
Our work is guided by a humanistic, person-centred approach that recognises every individual brings unique strengths, experiences and ways of engaging with the world. Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach, we tailor our support to meet the unique needs of each child and family.
You Might Be Looking for Support If…
We commonly support children, young people and families experiencing:
Emotional Wellbeing
- Anxiety and worry
- Emotional regulation and big feelings
- Self-esteem and confidence
- Grief, loss and significant life changes
Relationships
- Attachment and relationship challenges
- Bullying and peer relationships
- Sibling relationships
- Family separation and divorce
Learning and Development
- Developmental delay
- Neurodivergence, including ADHD and Autism
- School transitions
- School refusal
Life Experiences
- Medical experiences
- Trauma and adverse childhood experiences
If your concerns aren’t listed, we welcome you to contact us. Every child and family is unique, and we’re happy to discuss how we may be able to support your individual journey.
What You Can Expect
Every family’s journey is different, but every family can expect:
✔ A warm, welcoming and non-judgemental environment.
✔ Support tailored to your child’s individual strengths, needs and goals.
✔ A collaborative approach that values parents and caregivers as important partners in the therapeutic journey.
✔ Evidence-informed practice grounded in child development, attachment and the therapeutic power of play.
✔ A focus on connection before correction, recognising that relationships create the foundation for growth.
✔ Practical strategies that support everyday life, both during and beyond therapy.
Helping Children Make Sense of Big Feelings
Therapeutic Play & Early Intervention
Play is a child’s natural language. Through therapeutic play, children can safely express emotions, make sense of experiences and develop new ways of coping when words alone are not enough.
Sessions are individually tailored to support each child’s emotional, social and developmental needs while strengthening the relationships that are most important to them. We work alongside families to nurture emotional wellbeing, resilience, confidence and meaningful connection.
Supporting the People Who Matter Most
Parent & Caregiver Support
Children thrive when the important adults around them feel supported too.
Parent and caregiver sessions provide a compassionate, judgement-free space to better understand your child’s emotional world, strengthen attachment relationships and develop practical, relationship-based strategies that build confidence and connection at home.
Support may draw upon approaches including:
- Circle of Security
- Tuning in to Kids – Emotionally Intelligent Parenting
- Parent–Child Relationship approaches
- Attachment-informed support
Building Calm, Confidence and Connection
Children & Teen Yoga
Movement is another language children use to understand themselves.
Our individual yoga sessions combine gentle movement, breath awareness, mindfulness and playful therapeutic activities to support emotional regulation, body awareness, confidence and overall wellbeing.
Designed for children and young people, sessions provide opportunities to slow down, reconnect with their bodies and develop practical strategies for managing stress, anxiety and overwhelming emotions in a safe, engaging and supportive environment.
Each session is tailored to the individual, recognising that every child experiences the world differently and deserves an approach that honours their unique strengths and needs.
Support Where Your Child Feels Most Comfortable
Home Visits
For some children and families, the comfort and familiarity of home provides the ideal environment for therapeutic support.
Where appropriate, home visits allow us to better understand your child’s everyday world, strengthen relationships within familiar routines and provide practical, relationship-based support in the places where life naturally happens.
Not Sure Where to Begin?
Taking the first step can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Whether you’re exploring therapy for the first time, looking for parent support or simply wondering what might help your child, we’re here to listen.
Together, we can explore your child’s needs and find the approach that feels right for your family.
We’d love to hear from you. Get in touch to arrange an initial conversation and discover how reconnect2thrive can support your family’s journey toward connection, confidence and wellbeing.
Fees
Initial Information Call (15 minutes) – Free
Intake Session (60 minutes) – $110
Therapeutic Session (50–60 minutes) – $160
Online Coaching Session – $80
Fees for home visits, workshops, professional learning and group programs are available on request.
We are committed to making our services as accessible as possible. If cost is a barrier, please contact us to discuss reduced fees or payment plan options.
Ready to Connect?
If you’re wondering whether reconnect2thrive is the right fit for your child, family or organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact Leora or Oriana to arrange a free 15-minute information call and explore how we can support you.