Community Notices
Parent Workshop Series: Optimal Relationship Approach (ORA) 🌿
Dates: Thursdays – 27 November, 4 December and 11 December
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Online (link provided closer to the time)Cost: $200 per participant for the full three-part series
Presenter: Felicity Odgers, TORA-Certified Child Play Therapist
Developed by Dr Kate Renshaw, the Optimal Relationship Approach (ORA) is an evidence-informed program that teaches parents and carers eight relationship-based skills to support positive parenting and overall family wellbeing.
This three-part series helps parents and carers to:
- Feel more confident in their parenting
- Strengthen their relationship with their child
- Support positive mental health and wellbeing for the whole family
Sessions explore how the brain works, how to make sense of big behaviours, and the importance of relationships in supporting children's development.
Free Online Community Talk 🌼
Date: Tuesday 9 December 2025
Time: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Online (link provided closer to the time)Cost: Free (bookings essential)
Presenter: Natalie Scira, Play Therapist
Topic: School Transitions and "School Can't": How to Ensure a Smooth Start to the School Year
Join our free, online workshop for parents, carers, and professionals. Natalie will share practical strategies and insights to help children manage school transitions, reduce stress around attendance, and start the school year with confidence.
To Register or Learn More
If you're interested in attending either event or would like more information, simply reply to this email or call us on 0478 389 793.
We'd love to see you there.
Warmly,
Amy Silverwood
Practice contact number: 0478 389 793
Practice email: hello@playroomtherapy.com.au
Locations: 101 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North / 91 Waverley Road, Malvern East
Website: www.playroomtherapy.com.au
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