Every Step Therapy Support

16/10/2026

Week 1 done. You did it!

The first week back is always a bit of an adjustment, for the little people and the big people too! Whatever this week looked like for your family, we hope you get a chance to slow down and enjoy the weekend.

Happy Friday 💚

12/10/2026

"I don’t want to go to school!”

Sound familiar?

After a couple of weeks of holidays, getting back into the school routine can be a bit of an adjustment for everyone! And while sometimes our kids would simply rather stay home, other times there might be something else going on. Maybe they're worried about friendships, finding it hard to say goodbye, or feeling a little nervous about what the day might bring.

It can help to check in and ask, “Is there something about school that's feeling tricky at the moment?”. Sometimes a little chat can help us understand what's going on.

Here's to finding our feet again as Term 4 gets underway 💚

10/10/2026

We hope you've had some time to slow down, enjoy each other's company and make a few memories these school holidays. And if the holidays didn't quite go to plan, that's okay too. Sometimes it's the simplest moments together that mean the most.

Wishing all our families a lovely start to Term 4 💚

09/10/2026

We've got a new face at Every Step! 🤩

Yesterday, we introduced Libby, the newest member of our Every Step crew!

Libby joins us as an Associate Play Therapist and Early Childhood Teacher, bringing over 18 years of experience working with children and families. After spending more than 10 years teaching in preschool settings, Libby has developed a real passion for supporting little people, helping them feel safe, understood and confident to be themselves. Her love of play (especially anything messy!) makes her a lovely fit for our team, and we're so happy to have her on board!

We look forward to sharing a little more about Libby soon, but for now, please give her a big Every Step welcome 💚

07/10/2026

Does your child have that one game or activity they could play over and over (and over) again? Or maybe it’s the same story, the same characters, or the same little play scenario that seems to be on repeat.

While it might feel repetitive to us, there can actually be a lot happening when children return to the same play. It can feel familiar and predictable, give them a chance to practise and build confidence, or help them explore an idea in their own way. And sometimes? They just really like it!

Next time they ask “Can we do it again?”, take a moment to notice what they might be getting from it. Follow their lead, join them for a little while and see where the play takes you 💚

02/10/2026

One week of school holidays down… how are we all going?

If you’ve found yourself searching for things to do to fill the days, here’s your reminder that it doesn’t always need to be a big outing or a perfectly planned activity. Some of the best moments can be the simple ones.

So, if you’re looking for a little inspiration for week two, we’ve done the searching for you. Here are some simple ideas that are less about filling the calendar, and more about finding little moments to connect 💚

01/10/2026

Additionally, if you’re a support worker looking for some extra work we’d love to hear from you!

If you’re interested in supporting children, teens or young adults, please reach out for a chat.

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And feel free to share with someone who might be interested! 😊

The school holidays can be a great time to think about what extra supports might be helpful heading into a busy Term 4 and beyond.

With school transitions, changing routines, end-of-year events and Christmas all coming up, we’re putting some feelers out to see if any families are looking for a support worker or mentor for their child, teen or young adult.

We have some wonderful young adults in our community who are keen to step into support work and make a positive difference.

Support might look like getting out into the community, building confidence and independence, practising everyday life skills, working towards goals, trying new things or simply having another supportive person in their corner.

This is a little different to the therapy services we offer at Every Step, and at this stage we’re simply gathering expressions of interest.

Interested? Send us a message and we’d be happy to chat further 😊

30/09/2026

The school holidays can be a great time to think about what extra supports might be helpful heading into a busy Term 4 and beyond.

With school transitions, changing routines, end-of-year events and Christmas all coming up, we’re putting some feelers out to see if any families are looking for a support worker or mentor for their child, teen or young adult.

We have some wonderful young adults in our community who are keen to step into support work and make a positive difference.

Support might look like getting out into the community, building confidence and independence, practising everyday life skills, working towards goals, trying new things or simply having another supportive person in their corner.

This is a little different to the therapy services we offer at Every Step, and at this stage we’re simply gathering expressions of interest.

Interested? Send us a message and we’d be happy to chat further 😊

28/09/2026

Kids spend A LOT of time playing, and there’s often so much more going on than we realise.

Building a tower, creating a whole world with figurines, dressing up, drawing a picture or making up a game might all look like simple fun, but play gives children opportunities to explore, express themselves, problem-solve, build confidence and make sense of the world around them.

And sometimes, play is simply about having fun, being creative and getting to be a kid. That matters too!

With the school holidays here, take a little time to enter their play world. Let them choose the game, follow their lead, get down on the floor and see where their imagination takes you.

You might be surprised by just how much happens when we simply make time to play 💚

25/09/2026

And just like that… school holidays are here!

After a busy term of learning, growing, routines and everything in between, the holidays can be a much-needed chance for everyone to slow down and reset.

There can be lots of pressure to fill the holidays with activities and plans, but some of the best days can be the simplest ones.

Slow mornings, time outside, playing at home, movie afternoons, catching up with friends and family… or simply having nowhere to be.

However your holidays look, we hope there’s plenty of time for rest, connection and a little fun along the way. ☀️

Happy holidays everyone! 💚