Description
| Date | Thursday 30th April |
|---|---|
| Time | 7 – 8 PM |
| Presenters | Emily Rein & Mercia Armstrong |
| Location | Virtual |
During this session, you’ll learn:
- Why play is essential for brain development
- What child-led play looks like at home
- The Observe → Respond approach
- How to respond empathetically during play
- Supporting self-regulation and big feelings
- Encouragement vs praise
- Setting gentle, clear limits while maintaining connection
This workshop is warm, accessible, and grounded in Child-Centred Play Therapy principles. You’ll walk away with practical tools you can use immediately with your child—no special toys, time commitments, or prior experience needed.
Who is this for?
Parents, caregivers, or educators supporting children aged 2–10 who want to:
Build stronger connection
Support emotional regulation
Understand behaviour through a developmental lens
Create calm, meaningful moments of one-on-one play
Why attend?
Because small moments of intentional play can transform your relationship. Through play, children feel seen, understood, and safe—and connection becomes the foundation for learning, wellbeing, and growth.
Presenters
Emily Rein (MCouns, BPsych)
Play Therapy Practitioner
Emily is a warm, relationship-focused practitioner who supports children and families through Child-Centred Play Therapy principles and counselling-informed practice. With a background in psychology and a Master of Counselling, Emily brings a compassionate, grounded approach that helps parents feel confident and supported. She is passionate about helping caregivers strengthen connection through simple, intentional play.
Mercia Armstrong (B.Ed – Primary & Early Childhood, MSW)
Director & Play Therapy Practitioner
Mercia is the Director of Curious Box Play Therapy and Play Therapy Practitioner with a dual foundation in education and social work. With specialised training in Child-Centred Play Therapy and a strong background in trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming practice, Mercia supports children and families through relational, play-based therapeutic approaches. She is passionate about giving parents practical, accessible tools that nurture emotional regulation, connection, and a deep sense of safety.
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