The Butterfly Effect

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Play therapy can look simple from the outside. But there’s a lot more happening than “just playing.”
17/08/2026

Play therapy can look simple from the outside. But there’s a lot more happening than “just playing.”

17/08/2026

Three things I wish every parent knew about supporting their child.

Small shifts can make a big difference.

17/08/2026

I have a bit of a thing for these games.

They look like ordinary board games… except there’s one rather brilliant difference.

Nobody is trying to beat anybody else.

The kids are on the same side.

They have to talk, listen, make decisions, change their minds, cope when a plan doesn’t work, and work out what to try next — together.

Which makes Peaceable Kingdom cooperative games particularly lovely in the therapy room.

Because sometimes the most interesting part isn’t whether we can save the dinosaurs or find the treasure.

It’s what happens between the people around the board while we’re trying. 🎲

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Sometimes children don't have the words to tell us what's happening inside.Instead, they show us.A giant stomping throug...
12/08/2026

Sometimes children don't have the words to tell us what's happening inside.

Instead, they show us.

A giant stomping through a LEGO world might represent anger. Fear. Worry. Sadness. Anxiety. Or perhaps something completely different.

In Play Therapy, we don't assume what a child's play means. We stay curious, follow their lead and create a safe space where they can express what feels too big or too complicated to put into words.

Play isn't "just playing"—it's often a child's most natural language.

Every child's story is unique, and every journey deserves to be heard.

Therapy is not simply about reducing difficult behaviour or teaching a child to cope better. At its best, it can give a ...
09/08/2026

Therapy is not simply about reducing difficult behaviour or teaching a child to cope better. At its best, it can give a child an experience of themselves, another person, or the world that is different from what they have come to expect.

And sometimes, a different experience is where change begins.

— The Butterfly Effect, Longford Tasmania

Tiny shifts.Less frustration.More wins.Living with ADHD isn't about becoming someone different—it's about understanding ...
07/08/2026

Tiny shifts.
Less frustration.
More wins.

Living with ADHD isn't about becoming someone different—it's about understanding how your brain works and giving it what it needs to thrive.

Sometimes one small strategy can create a ripple effect that changes your whole day.

We've recently opened five new play therapy appointments in Longford.If your child is struggling with anxiety, big emoti...
06/08/2026

We've recently opened five new play therapy appointments in Longford.

If your child is struggling with anxiety, big emotions, school, friendships or confidence, you don't have to figure it out on your own.

Play therapy is an evidence-based mental health intervention designed specifically for children. Rather than expecting children to talk like adults, it uses play—their natural language—to help them process difficult experiences, build emotional regulation, strengthen resilience and develop healthy coping skills.

If you've been wondering whether it could help your child, we'd be happy to answer your questions and help you decide if it's the right fit.

📍 Longford, Tasmania
📞 0433 383 324

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Some of our youngest clients think they're coming to see me.....but I know they're really coming to see George. 🐾He has ...
29/07/2026

Some of our youngest clients think they're coming to see me...
..but I know they're really coming to see George. 🐾

He has a knack for making children feel welcome, whether that's with a gentle cuddle, a game of fetch, or simply being there while they settle into the playroom.

There's something incredibly special about the quiet comfort a therapy dog can bring.

We're pretty lucky to have him as part of The Butterfly Effect team.

This is one of the hardest conversations a parent can face. Discovering that your child is self-harming can be frighteni...
26/07/2026

This is one of the hardest conversations a parent can face.

Discovering that your child is self-harming can be frightening, overwhelming and deeply distressing. It's natural to feel unsure of what to say or do.

The good news is that your calm, compassionate support can make a real difference. This guide shares some practical first steps to help you respond with empathy while encouraging your child to access the support they need.

Remember—you don't have to navigate this alone.

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Currimundi, QLD
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