Meet Talia Antoni
Talia is an Early Childhood Educator, a Registered Clinical Play Therapist and the founder of Neuroplay Australia. She has an extensive history working in early intervention and is passionate about making a change in the lives of children and their families. Talia's therapeutic approach is informed by attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, the therapeutic powers of play, child development and other relational neurosciences to better understand and work with children's emotional, psychological and behavioural difficulties.
There are a lot of young children out there with all kinds of challenges and their parents are struggling to find ways to help them and connect with them. Children have fewer emotional, social and cognitive interactions with fewer people. The impact of 'modern life' on the developing child has yet to be fully understood. The demands of school, friendships, social media, and life in general can all impact mental health. Many children and teens feel misunderstood; trust could be broken, and the family dynamic could be shaken up. The capacity to care, to share, to listen, value and be empathic- to be compassionate- develops from being cared for, shared with, listened to, valued and nurtured. At Neuroplay Australia our goal is to improve your child's emotional well-being by increasing their coping skills in all areas of life while also providing support to parents and carers.
Talia's Qualifications;
Casual Academic; Deakin University
Bachelor of Arts (Major Philosophy, Major Literature, Dean's List). Australian Catholic University
Graduate Diploma of Education (Early Childhood). Monash University
Qualified Preschool Field Officer: Supporting Children with Additional Needs in Early Childhood Programs, Monash University
Master of Child Play Therapy, Deakin University
(Trained and qualified Humanistic Non-Directive Play Therapist, Filial Therapist and Learn to Play (L2P) Therapist).
Registered Play Therapist (Australasia Pacific Play Therapy Association).
Individual Associate Member of IC-PTA (International Consortium of Play Therapy Associations).
Talia is based in Tewantin, Queensland, however an outreach service is available and this can include to a child's home, hospital setting, asylum and refugee centre, educational settings, women's shelters and in critical response incidents. Please contact Talia directly on 0409 334 452 to make suitable arrangements for travel.
Meet Telysha Audibert
Hi, I’m Telysha, a registered counsellor and associate play therapist here on the Sunshine Coast. I work with children and families in a way that’s gentle, playful, and deeply respectful of each child’s unique way of experiencing the world.
With a background in disability and youth work, I’m especially passionate about supporting neurodiv
Hi, I’m Telysha, a registered counsellor and associate play therapist here on the Sunshine Coast. I work with children and families in a way that’s gentle, playful, and deeply respectful of each child’s unique way of experiencing the world.
With a background in disability and youth work, I’m especially passionate about supporting neurodivergent kids and those who’ve experienced trauma by supporting emotional expression, strengthening self-esteem, and building emotional regulation skills.
I see behaviour as communication, and I honour the individual needs, strengths, and ways of being that each child brings into the therapy space. Every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and accepted just as they are.
Play is powerful. It’s how children make sense of their world, process big feelings, and build connections. In my sessions, I use play and creative therapy to give kids the space to explore safely and express themselves in ways that are child-centred and feel natural to them.
Supporting families is a big part of my work and is an essential part of the process. Together, we create a space where your child can feel safe and supported.
When I’m not in the play room, you’ll find me outside—digging in the garden, wandering through the bush, or playing at the beach with my dog, Murphy. Just like in play therapy, these moments remind me of the power of slowing down, being present, and letting things unfold in their own time.
Telysha can be reached on 0450166030 or email telysha@neuroplayaustralia.com.au
Welcome yo your Play World
Welcome yo your Play World
Welcome to your Play World
This is your play world, where you are the boss of the play, you can choose what you do and choose what you say.
You are the leader and where you go, I will too, there is no one else in here as important as you.
You may think you come for the toys, or for me, but really, it's you that you have come here to see.
Welcome to your Play World
This is your play world, where you are the boss of the play, you can choose what you do and choose what you say.
You are the leader and where you go, I will too, there is no one else in here as important as you.
You may think you come for the toys, or for me, but really, it's you that you have come here to see.
Maybe you'll be a quiet scary monster, or a dancing pirate queen, in here you will always be heard and you will always be seen.
Maybe that's a blanket, a scarf or the sea, in your play world it is whatever you want it to be.
Maybe you'll be an artist, or colour the sand with figurines, maybe you'll be a builder, or a dreamer of dreams.
I'll always be real with you, you can be real with me too, I'll always try to understand, no matter what you say or do.
I'll keep us and the toys as safe as can be, and be right beside you, for whatever you need.
I'll try to really feel how things might feel for you, you don't have to say them for me to feel that they're true.
Our playtime is private, not secret, so you can tell who you'd like, but you can trust that I'll hold your thoughts and feelings tight.
I'll let you know when our playtime is almost done, "5 minutes left", I'll say, and then "now, just one".
I believe you can figure things out, I'm here to help along the way, This is your play world, now when you're ready, let's play!
- Kat Odgen