CoRe Kids Therapy

CoRe Kids Therapy Play Therapy, Counselling Services and more are available for children aged 2-12 years and their families at clinics in Moorabbin and Yarraville, Melbourne.

Our CoRe team is passionate about providing practical and creative strategies to help children and parents/carers. We offer over 25 years of experience in providing counselling to families and children within multiple schools and children's hospitals as well as private sessions in the CoRe rooms in Melbourne. CoRe Kids Therapy has two Melbourne Locations.

98 Somerville Road
Yarraville VIC 3013

3/3 Tuck Street
Moorabbin VIC 3189

Ph: 0401 517 014

Art and Social connect group🪄🎨At , we celebrate art as a bridge of social discovery. Through our Art and Social connect...
10/06/2026

Art and Social connect group🪄🎨

At , we celebrate art as a bridge of social discovery. Through our Art and Social connect group, children learn to listen, lead and support one another, turning a simple canva into a lesson in empathy and teamwork.

Term 3 Social groups are around the corner. Please reach out to [email protected] if you'd like your child to participate.

💛 Somewhere along the way, many caregivers stop recognising themselves outside of the role they hold for everyone else.B...
27/05/2026

💛 Somewhere along the way, many caregivers stop recognising themselves outside of the role they hold for everyone else.

Between appointments, school drop-offs, emotional support, routines, responsibilities, and simply trying to “keep it all together” — it can become easy to lose connection with the person behind the caregiver.

But your needs, identity, joy, and wellbeing matter too 🌿

In our latest blog, we explore the importance of reconnecting with yourself beyond caregiving, why this can feel so difficult, and gentle ways to begin rediscovering the parts of you that may have been placed on hold.

✨ Because caring for yourself is not selfish — it’s an important part of sustaining care for others.

👉 Read the full article by Daniela Diaz here:
https://corekidstherapy.com.au/rediscovering-the-person-behind-the-caregiver/

f you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

While triggers activate our fight-or-flight response🤯😵‍💫, glimmers do the opposite💞💖. They are tiny moments of connectio...
20/05/2026

While triggers activate our fight-or-flight response🤯😵‍💫, glimmers do the opposite💞💖.

They are tiny moments of connection or beauty that signal safety to our nervous system, helping to lower stress and bring us back to a state of calm.

​We love capturing the glimmers around us, like this view at our Moorabbin clinic. The warmth of the sunshine on these plants is a visual cue for relaxation. Experiencing this with our own eyes reminds us of the healing power of micro-moments. 💚🍀🏵 (glimmers)

Next time you are at the clinic, take a moment to look around and find your glimmer.

Curious about how Child-Centered Play Therapy can make a difference? Here are 3 important ways CCPT supports your child'...
12/05/2026

Curious about how Child-Centered Play Therapy can make a difference? Here are 3 important ways CCPT supports your child's growth.

​Please feel free to reach out to us!
[email protected]
0401 517 014

✨ Building Parent & Caregiver Capacity ✨Supporting a child through challenges can feel overwhelming at times… but you do...
03/05/2026

✨ Building Parent & Caregiver Capacity ✨
Supporting a child through challenges can feel overwhelming at times… but you don’t have to do it alone 💛

What if the most powerful support for your child starts with empowering you?

🌱 Parents and caregivers play a vital role in a child’s growth, development, and emotional wellbeing. When you feel confident, supported, and equipped with the right tools, it creates meaningful, lasting change for your child.

💡 In our latest blog, we explore:
✔️ What “building capacity” really means for parents and caregivers
✔️ Why your role is so important in your child’s development
✔️ Practical ways to strengthen your confidence, skills, and connection

By building your own capacity, you’re not just supporting your child in the moment — you’re creating a strong foundation for their future 💬✨

👉 Read the full article here:
https://corekidstherapy.com.au/building-parent-caregiver-capacity/

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

✨ Building Playful Connection with Your Child ✨In the busyness of everyday life, it’s easy to get caught up in routines…...
30/04/2026

✨ Building Playful Connection with Your Child ✨
In the busyness of everyday life, it’s easy to get caught up in routines… but connection is often found in the simplest moments 💛

What if play could be the key to strengthening your relationship with your child?

🎈 Play isn’t just fun — it’s how children communicate, learn, and feel understood. When we join in their world, even for a few minutes, it can make a big impact.

💡 In our latest blog, we explore:
✔️ Why playful connection is so important
✔️ How play supports emotional bonding and development
✔️ Simple, practical ways to connect through play each day

By creating small moments of joy and connection, you’re helping your child feel safe, valued, and supported — building a strong foundation for their wellbeing and relationships 💬✨

👉 Read the full article here:
https://corekidstherapy.com.au/tips-for-building-playful-connection-with-your-child/

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

✨ Understanding Big Feelings in Children ✨Big emotions can feel overwhelming for little people… and sometimes for us as ...
24/03/2026

✨ Understanding Big Feelings in Children ✨

Big emotions can feel overwhelming for little people… and sometimes for us as parents too 💛

But what if there was a simple, everyday way to help children understand, express, and manage those feelings?

📚 Books can be a powerful tool.

Reading stories together gives children the language to name their emotions and helps them feel seen and understood. It also opens the door for important conversations about what they’re experiencing inside.

💡 In our latest blog, we explore:
✔️ Why emotional literacy matters
✔️ How books support emotional development
✔️ Simple ways to use stories to support your child at home

When children learn to recognise and talk about their feelings, they build stronger relationships, better communication skills, and greater resilience 💬✨

👉 Read the full article here:
https://corekidstherapy.com.au/understanding-big-feelings-the-power-of-emotional-literacy-books-for-children/

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

✨ New Blog Post: Planning Your Child’s Successful Play Date ✨Play dates can be a wonderful way for children to build fri...
10/03/2026

✨ New Blog Post: Planning Your Child’s Successful Play Date ✨

Play dates can be a wonderful way for children to build friendships, practice social skills, and gain confidence interacting with others. But for many children (and parents!), they can also feel a little overwhelming.

In our latest blog, CoRe Kids Therapy shares practical tips to help parents plan a positive and successful play date experience for their child.

You’ll learn how to:
✔ Choose the right playmate
✔ Prepare your child for the play date
✔ Structure activities that support connection
✔ Support your child during play while building independence

With a little planning and guidance, play dates can become a fun and valuable opportunity for children to develop important social and emotional skills. Playing with peers helps children practice communication, cooperation, and friendship building in a supportive environment.

👉 Read the full article here:
https://corekidstherapy.com.au/planning-your-childs-successful-play-date/

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

🌟 NEW BLOG POST: Name It to Tame It – Why Helping Kids Name Their Feelings Really MattersBig emotions are a part of grow...
23/02/2026

🌟 NEW BLOG POST: Name It to Tame It – Why Helping Kids Name Their Feelings Really Matters

Big emotions are a part of growing up, and many children struggle to understand what they’re feeling or why. Instead of trying to make the feelings disappear, there’s something powerful parents can do: help children put words to those emotions. 🧠❤️

When we help our kids name what they’re feeling — whether it’s frustration, sadness, disappointment, or excitement — we give them the tools to understand themselves better. This simple practice can reduce overwhelm, strengthen emotional regulation, and build emotional intelligence that lasts a lifetime. 🪴

In our latest blog, we explore:
✨ What “Name It to Tame It” really means
✨ Why it helps calm big feelings
✨ How naming emotions supports connection and learning

Helping your child find the words for their emotions isn’t about controlling how they feel — it’s about giving them confidence, clarity and resilience. ✨

👉 Read more: https://corekidstherapy.com.au/name-it-to-tame-it-why-helping-kids-name-their-feelings-really-matters/

❓If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

🌿 NEW BLOG POSTMirroring & Empathy: Helping Your Child Learn to Calm Their Big FeelingsBig emotions can show up anywhere...
09/02/2026

🌿 NEW BLOG POST
Mirroring & Empathy: Helping Your Child Learn to Calm Their Big Feelings

Big emotions can show up anywhere — at home, in the car, or right in the middle of the supermarket. 😮‍💨
When your child is overwhelmed, it can feel hard to know what to say or do.

But here’s the reassuring truth: your child doesn’t need their feelings fixed. They need you — your calm, your understanding, and your steady presence. 💛

In our latest blog, we explore:
✨ What mirroring really is
✨ How children learn emotional regulation from watching you
✨ The brain science behind mirror neurons
✨ Simple ways to help your child feel safe and supported

When you model calm, your child’s brain learns calm too. 🌱

👉 Read the full article here:
https://corekidstherapy.com.au/mirroring-empathy-helping-your-child-learn-to-calm-their-big-feelings/

❓If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

Address

3/3 Tuck Street, Moorabbin
Highett, VIC
3189

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+61401517014

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