Child Therapy & Early Intervention

Is your child struggling with communication, emotions, behaviour, or social skills?

Evidence-based, play-based support for children aged 0–8 years, with or without a diagnosis.

My child is 0-5 years
My child is 4-8 years
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You might be noticing:

  • Big emotions or frequent meltdowns

    Big emotions or frequent meltdowns

  • Difficulty with play or social skills

  • Trouble following instructions

  • Rigidity or trouble with transitions

    Rigidity or trouble with transitions

  • Anxiety or avoidance

  • Trouble joining in with peers

  • Behaviour challenges at home, preschool, or school

  • Delayed communication

Early Intervention - ESDM

(Ages 0-5)

Play-based early intervention using the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) for young children with developmental, communication, social, or autism-related concerns.

  • delayed communication

  • social interaction challenges

  • play difficulties

  • autism or developmental concerns

  • difficulty with engagement or learning through play

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Child Therapy

(Ages 4-8)

Play-based child therapy using JASPER-informed strategies to support children with emotions, behaviour, social skills, communication, or everyday challenges.

  • big emotions

  • social challenges

  • anxiety

  • behaviour difficulties

  • friendship difficulties

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Online Enquiry

8/40 Montgomery Street
Kogarah, NSW 2217

(02) 9054 5872

Not sure which support is right for your child?

A free 15-minute parent consultation can help you discuss your concerns and explore the best next step.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. Children do not need a formal diagnosis to access child therapy or early intervention support. Many families seek help because they have concerns about communication, big emotions, behaviour, social skills, play, or development, even without a diagnosis.

  • Yes. Support may be helpful for autistic children, children with developmental differences, social communication challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, or behavioural concerns. Support is tailored to your child’s individual strengths and needs.

  • We offer support for young children aged 0–5 years through early intervention and for children aged 4–8 years who may need help with social skills, emotional regulation, behaviour, communication, or everyday coping skills.

  • Child therapy and early intervention may help with concerns such as:

    • delayed communication

    • social skill difficulties

    • big emotions or meltdowns

    • anxiety or avoidance

    • rigidity or trouble with transitions

    • emotional regulation challenges

    • difficulty with play or social interaction

    • behavioural challenges at home or school

  • Yes. Support may help children who struggle with social interaction, turn-taking, joining in with peers, flexible play, conversation skills, or building friendships.

  • The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is a play-based early intervention approach designed for young children with autism or developmental differences. It focuses on building communication, social connection, play, learning, and developmental skills through natural, engaging interactions. You can learn more about it here.

  • Yes. Parent involvement is an important part of support. Parents receive practical strategies, guidance, and child behaviour support ideas that can be used at home and in everyday life.

  • A child assessment session helps build a clearer understanding of your child’s strengths, challenges, developmental profile, behaviour patterns, emotional regulation, and support needs. This helps guide recommendations and next steps.

  • A free 15-minute parent consultation can help you discuss your concerns and determine whether early intervention, child therapy, or another type of support may be the best fit.

  • For eligible families, support may be accessed using self-managed or plan-managed NDIS funding. This can be discussed during your parent consultation.

  • This depends on your child’s age, goals, and support needs. Some children attend weekly sessions, while others may benefit from a different support plan based on their individual circumstances.

  • Yes. Support may help children who experience big emotions, meltdowns, anxiety, frustration, behavioural challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, or difficulty coping with everyday demands.

Evidence-based approaches

Using proven frameworks tailored to your child.

Individualised support

Programs personalised to your child’s strengths and needs.

Parent support included

Practical strategies and guidance to support progress at home.