Power of Play Counselling

20/11/2025

New playroom set up 💕

Coming back part time from maternity leave means I had to get creative with how to utilise this space, as when I’m not working I need to be able to store away all my resources. A couple of things missing that I still need to bring back (sand tray and doll house) but overall I’m really in love with how this space has come up!

What do you think??

19/11/2025

The rules around social media are about to change in a BIG way. If you're under 16 the most important thing we want you to remember is that if you're still on social after December 10 and something goes wrong - do NOT keep it a secret. You will not be in trouble if you find a way around the ban and it's important if you're faced with sextortion, deep fakes, cyberbullying or grooming, that you let someone know.

To help you navigate the social media rules, we've put together this guide for teens: https://kidshelpline.info/481JVBS

10/11/2025

I’m baaaaaack!!!

Eeeek! 🤪🤪🤪

It’s been 8 or so months since I went on maternity leave and as of today, I’m officially back in business! The nerves and excitement are swirling around my belly and I feel a little nauseous from it all if I’m completely honest! Ultimately, I’m excited.

Little Miss Charlotte is home with hubby as his workplace has been so supportive and allowed him to take additional parental leave part-time meaning we can avoid childcare (sickness and costs) for a few extra months. How lucky is that?! It definitely makes woman coming back to the workforce so much easier when men are supported to be home with their children too!

Some slight changes - although I’m working today - my days will be THURSDAYS and FRIDAYS for the time being!

I’m still in the process to getting back to enquiries so if you have reached out - please bear with me while I get through my free initial phone calls.

Can’t wait to get back to connecting with you all ☺️☺️

25/10/2025

Validation + Boundaries 👇

22/10/2025

We are excited to announce the reopening of Power of Play Counselling following a short temporary closure whilst Alannah has been on Maternity Leave.

Alannah will be working Tuesdays and Fridays at Kyneton Consulting Rooms from Tuesday 11th November 2025.

Email Alannah@popcounselling.com.au for all booking enquiries or fill out the enquiry form at www.popcounselling.com.au

We can’t wait to be back in the playroom in coming weeks!

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17/10/2025

Effort over outcome 👏

19/08/2025

What an amazing platform for everyone - and it’s free

Beyond the curriculum

18/08/2025

So true. Thanks Perth Children's Occupational Therapy.

12/08/2025

The word “bully” or “bullying” gets thrown around very easily where often it’s being used to describe mean and unkind behaviour and conflict. Whilst these experiences are not nice experiences - it is important we don’t over generalise the term bully/bullying.

How do you know if it's bullying... or something else?

Upsetting interactions can be confusing to work out. This flowchart is a tool to help you understand what is happening, so you can figure out what to do next.