Helping children find their calm. One paw at a time.
Child and Adolescent Counselling and Animal-Assisted Therapy in Bayside Melbourne
At Calming Paws Therapy, we provide animal-assisted counselling for children and adolescents in Bayside Melbourne. Through evidence-informed counselling and the calming presence of accredited therapy dog Winnie, we help young people feel safe, understood and confident as they navigate life's challenges.
Our Services
Gentle, child-centred counselling supporting children and adolescents with anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence, friendships and everyday life challenges.
Animal-assisted counselling combines counselling with the calming presence of accredited therapy dog Winnie to help children feel calm, safe and engaged.
Therapy dog–assisted wellbeing sessions for schools, workplaces and community groups, supporting emotional wellbeing, resilience and connection.
Working with Schools
Collaborative wellbeing support informed by extensive experience in education, counselling and school wellbeing.
Why Choose Calming Paws Therapy?
At Calming Paws Therapy, children and adolescents are supported through compassionate, evidence-informed counselling tailored to their individual needs. Where appropriate, sessions can be enhanced through the calming presence of accredited therapy dog Winnie, helping young people feel safe, connected and engaged.
With extensive experience in counselling, education and school wellbeing, we work collaboratively with families and schools to support emotional growth, resilience and confidence.
We Can Help With:
Anxiety and worry
School anxiety and school refusal
Emotional regulation
Confidence and self-esteem
Friendship challenges
Big emotions
Family changes
Building resilience
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