Playfully Present

About Playfully Present

Meet Ange

Based in Launceston (Tasmania), Ange Bertram is a registered Play Therapist, Counsellor and Early Childhood Teacher experienced in child-focused therapy. She has dedicated many years to learning what it means to be playfully present—truly immersed in the joy of play, allowing others and their emotions to feel seen, heard, and validated. Ange's strength-based approach to supporting social emotional development and wellbeing is informed by her studies in play therapy, childhood development, and mindfulness, incorporating DIR Floortime and Learn to Play techniques.

With a decade of experience working with families and as a parent herself, Ange knows that each parenting journey is unique. She seeks to understand each family's story, supporting parental wellbeing as part of a holistic approach that recognises the importance of connection and co-regulation. Playfully Present's neuro-affirming services are tailored to meet the needs of children, families, and small groups, ensuring a nurturing environment for growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to share your story? ange@playfullypresent.com.au

What is play therapy?

Play therapy -

Play as a therapeutic approach supports general development and social emotional capacities by facilitating moments for children to practice everyday skills and explore self-concepts. Session can draw on direct approaches, facilitating a play sequence that focuses on specific areas of development and considers engagement and regulation, visuals optional. Or, session can be non-directive, drawing on CCPT (encouraging play as a form of communication) and/or DIR Floortime (supporting social emotional development).

Playful approaches to counselling -

Ange has completed studies in wellbeing and mindfulness and can explore these concepts to support anxiety, confidence, social challenges and emotional literacy, using a playful therapeutic approach that draws on counselling and teaching methods.

What age children does Ange work with?

Generally 3 - 12 years

How do we begin?

Ange wants to understand each clients story so she can suggest a holistic approach that explores and supports all needs. To achieve this, first step is a 60 minute parent/carer appointment. To schedule yours please email ange@playfullypresent.com.au or self-refer via the link below.

What is the cost of services at Playfully Present?

The cost of services at Playfully Present varies depending on the type of service you need. Initial InTake and Reporting $180 (GST inc.)

Play Therapy and Counselling Services $165 (GST inc.)

Group $80 pp. (1: 3 ratio, subject to change based on numbers)

NDIS Early Childhood Support (supporting development, aligning with NDIS objectives) $193.99*

NDIS 'Other Professionals' (social emotional development support for children over 9yrs, aligning with NDIS objectives) $156.16*

(*note NDIS rates set by NDIS)

What can Playfully Present help me with?

Playfully Present can help you...

Support your child's social and emotional development.
Create a safe space to explore what your child's behaviour may be communicating.
Obtain a holistic understanding of your child and their needs through play, communication and observation in various settings.
Help your child discover their unique strengths, nurturing their developing sense of self.

Ange will work with you to develop a treatment plan that meets your family's needs and goals.

How often should we attend sessions?

The frequency of sessions with Playfully Present will depend on individual needs and goals.

For some children this can be fortnightly for 6-10 months, for others 5-8 sessions that have a direct focus each session can work well.

Services are not always ongoing. Ange also works with many families for a block of therapy that consists of an InTake session, 3-4 play therapy sessions and a follow up parent/guardian chat to discuss observations and recommended strategies.

Once Ange hears your child's story she will be able to recommend a suitable approach/frequency.

Where is the playroom located?

Wesley Chambers building, room 10 / 34 Paterson Street, Launceston. Please note the playroom has stair access only.

How long does a session go for?

Therapy sessions go for 50 minutes
Initial parent/carer appointment 60 minutes
Times vary for group session and observations

Do I attend with my child?

If your child would like you to attend and that aligns with therapy objectives you are most welcome to. This can be discussed when developing a treatment plan.

What qualifications does Ange have?

Ange had completed studies in various fields to inform her approach. This includes...

Post graduate studies in Clinical Play Therapy
Bachelor of Education (early childhood)
Post graduate certificate in Educational Wellbeing
Diploma in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing
Diploma in Counselling (mental health)
Associate degree in Educational Support
Certificate in Mindfulness Facilitation and Mindfulness and Wellbeing for Children

She is registered with...

Play Therapy Practitioners Association
Australian Counselling Associate (level one)
Teacher Registration Board, Tasmania
International Mindfulness and Meditation Association

Continued registration involves ongoing supervision and professional learning.

Other completed professional learning that informs her approach are DIR Floortime and Learn to Play.

Ready to refer?

https://playfully-present.splose.com/public-form/7aaf14b1-f2fe-4dbf-858b-77dbf204f969