Play Skills

Play supports children to 
explore their world, express ideas, build relationships and develop new skills.

Some children may need additional support to engage in shared play, explore different ways of playing or communicate their ideas with others.

Our therapists use child-led, play-based approaches that build on your child’s interests, strengths and preferred ways of playing.

Who Might Benefit?

Play skills support may be helpful if your child:

Finds it difficult to initiate or join play
Prefers to play independently and would benefit from support with shared play
Has difficulty maintaining engagement in play activities
Needs support with taking turns or sharing play materials
Finds changes to familiar play routines challenging
Has difficulty communicating ideas during play
Would benefit from exploring a wider range of play activities

How We Can Help

We can support your child to:

Build shared attention and engagement
Communicate choices, ideas and preferences during play
Develop confidence when playing alongside or with others
Practise turn-taking and cooperative play
Explore imaginative, functional and sensory play
Develop flexible thinking within familiar activities
Extend play skills without replacing preferred or meaningful play

What Does Play Skills Support Look Like?

Support may include child-led play, movement games, construction activities, sensory play, imaginative play and shared games. Therapists follow your child’s interests and gradually introduce new ideas, communication opportunities and ways to connect with others.

Individualised support for your child and family.
Let’s chat about how we can help.

Click here to book Your Free 15 minute Phone Consultation
Click here to book Your Free 15 minute Phone Consultation

Hear from our clients

“It has been amazing seeing him grow so much with your help. You have taught us so many skills to help us and we love being able to connect with him more”

- Proud Parent

“I just wanted to say how amazing Jodie is. She is incredibly patient, kind, and has such a calming presence that makes him feel completely safe with her.

He was so excited to show her his millions of toys, and I loved seeing how genuinely interested and engaged she was with everything he wanted to share. We both look forward to seeing her each session.

She was truly born to work with children, and we feel so grateful to have her supporting AJ.”

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- Proud Parent

“The family are so pleased with how far their child has come and was full of praise for the strategies they have been taught. I am so impressed with your service and wanted to say a big THANKYOU!”

– Early Childhood Practitioner

“Hi Leah,

I have loved having you in our service, thank you.

I am hoping that we get to cross paths again.”

– Preschool Coordinator

Your Therapy Journey

Step 1
Join Our Waitlist

Complete our enquiry form to tell us about your child, your family’s priorities and the support you are looking for.

Step 2
Be Matched With a Keyworker

When a suitable space becomes available, we will offer your family a place with an Early Intervention Specialist who will become your keyworker and main point of contact.

Step 3
Identify Your Child’s Goals

Your keyworker will meet with your family for a goal setting session. Relevant assessments may also be completed to help us understand your child’s strengths, support needs and everyday participation.

Step 4
Develop a Collaboration Support Plan

Your keyworker will meet with the wider therapy team to discuss your child’s needs and draw on expertise from occupational therapy, speech pathology, developmental education and psychosocial practice. A personalised goal and support plan will then be developed with your family.

Step 5
Begin Therapy

Your keyworker will provide regular therapy with your child and family, working towards meaningful goals within your child’s everyday environments

Start your journey with Blended Therapy

Not sure what type of therapy your child needs? You don’t need to have everything figured out before contacting us.

Tell us about your child, what is going well and where your family would like support. Our team can answer your questions, discuss whether our service is the right fit and guide you through the next steps.

We provide early intervention support for children under nine across Northern Adelaide.

Click here to book Your Free 15 minute Phone Consultation
Click here to book Your Free 15 minute Phone Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

At Blended Therapy Services, we understand that navigating early intervention can be overwhelming. Here are some common questions we receive.

What play skills can you help with?

We support children to explore and enjoy play in ways that suit their interests and abilities. This may include exploring toys, pretend play, playing independently, taking turns, joining games and playing with others.

Why are play skills important?

Play gives children opportunities to explore, learn and connect with others. Through play, children can develop communication, motor skills, problem-solving, creativity and emotional regulation. Play also supports friendships and independence. We help your child build on their interests so they can participate in play that is enjoyable and meaningful to them.

My child has little interest in toys. Can you help?

Yes. We start with what your child enjoys, which may include movement, sensory activities, songs or games with people. We build on these interests to create enjoyable play experiences and explore new activities at their own pace.

What skills can you help my child develop?

Depending on your child’s needs and current skills, we may focus on shared attention, imitation, imagination, problem-solving and communication during play. We can also support your child to initiate play, join others, negotiate ideas and navigate challenges such as losing a game.

Can you help my child play with other children?

Yes. We can support your child to build confidence and skills for playing with others, such as inviting someone to play, joining an activity, taking turns and communicating preferences. We respect their comfort levels and preferences for playing alone or with others.

Can you support independent play?

Yes. We work with families to understand what helps your child feel comfortable and engaged in play. This may include finding motivating activities, setting up the play environment and gradually building the time they can play independently, with support as needed.

Other Skills We Support

We provide early intervention support for children under nine across Northern Adelaide. Our team can support your child and family across a range of developmental areas and everyday activities.

Support for children aged 0–9 years across Northern Adelaide.

Blended Therapy Services acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians across Australia. We admire the Kaurna peoples spiritual and physical connection with the land on which we gather, learn and grow.  

Our therapy is underpinned by partnership and our journey involves listening and learning to achieve a better future.

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