PLAY AND CONNECT

Explore the foundations of filial play therapy and learn practical tools to strengthen connection, support regulation, and respond to big emotions through play.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR EDUCATORS

Understanding Filial Play Therapy

Building understanding of how play can strengthen connection, support regulation, and help children navigate big emotions.

This 2.5-hour professional development workshop introduces the foundations of filial play therapy, a play-based approach that strengthens attachment, supports emotional regulation, and helps children navigate big emotions.

Participants will explore practical, evidence-informed strategies that can be applied across early learning, kindergarten, and school environments to foster connection, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.

WORKSHOP DETAILS

Duration: 2.5 hours
Cost: $1,400 + GST
Funding: Eligible for Kindy Uplift Funding

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WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

    • Foundations of filial play therapy and its role in strengthening attachment and connection

    • Practical tools for supporting emotional regulation

    • Strategies for guiding children through big emotions with therapeutic play

    • Play-based approaches that can be applied immediately in learning and care settings

  • WHY ATTEND?

    This workshop supports educators to strengthen their understanding of play-based connection while building confidence and capability in supporting children's emotional regulation, resilience, and wellbeing.

    • Builds educator capability in emotional regulation and connection

    • Strengthens relationships and children's sense of belonging

    • Enhances resilience and wellbeing through play

    • Supports attuned and responsive interactions

    • Meets Kindy Uplift wellbeing and inclusion priorities where applicable

EYLF & QKLG ALIGNMENT

For early childhood and kindergarten settings, the workshop aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG) across areas including relationships, inclusion, play-based learning, intentionality, responsive practice, and supportive learning environments.

Detailed EYLF and QKLG alignment information is available in the workshop documentation.

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WHAT YOU’LL TAKE AWAY:

  • Practical knowledge you can take straight back into your learning environment.

    • Greater confidence using play to support emotional wellbeing

    • Stronger connections with children through attuned interactions

    • Practical tools for supporting emotional regulation and big emotions

    • Strategies that foster resilience, self-expression, and emotional safety

  • A THOUGHTFUL AND PRACTICAL APPROACH

    At Dynamic Connections Therapy, we believe professional development should do more than provide information. Our workshops connect evidence and theory with practical strategies, real-world examples, and opportunities for reflection so educators can build confidence in supporting the children they work with.

    Our multidisciplinary perspective brings together understanding of development, behaviour, relationships, regulation, and wellbeing in ways that are meaningful across educational settings.

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Whether you're looking for professional development for a kindergarten, early learning service, or school team, our workshops can be tailored to support the needs of your educators and the children they work with.

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