Playtonomy is a warm and welcoming child and family allied health service that opened in September. Located on Jetty Road in Old Beach, the purpose-built space is designed to make children and families feel safe, supported and inspired.

Four playrooms are dedicated to children’s art and play therapy sessions, available five days a week. For parents and adults, there are private counselling and consulting rooms, ensuring the whole family can access the support they need.

Facilities also include a large kitchen and waiting area where siblings can play, as well as quiet zones for parents to enjoy some downtime while their child is in session.

Each week, Playtonomy supports around 80 families through their team of 10 highly skilled allied health professionals, with expertise in counselling, psychotherapy, art therapy, play therapy, social work, and early childhood development/teaching.

Playtonomy is a neuroaffirming, trauma-informed service, grounded in a person-centred approach. Children are provided with safe, nurturing spaces to explore challenges, build resilience and grow their skills through a trusting therapeutic relationship.

Playtonomy is more than a service – it’s a community hub for healing, growth and connection, where every family is welcomed with warmth and respect, whether they visit in person, connect online, or in their own school or community space.