Parent-Child Counselling

Playful Connections Counselling Inc.

At Playful Connections Counselling, we specialize in parent-child counselling to nurture secure attachment, improve emotional bonds, and foster healthy family relationships. Our evidence-based approach integrates Theraplay®, Circle of Security®, and play-based interventions to help families build trust, enhance communication, build stronger family connections, and address behavioral challenges.

Whether you’re navigating attachment difficulties, regulation concerns (ADHD, Anger), trauma, anxiety, depression, or developmental concerns, Playful Connections Counselling is here to support your family’s journey toward healing and growth. Discover how Theraplay®, Circle of Security®, and play-based interventions can help your child thrive and strengthen the parent-child bond.

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Who Is This For?


Parents and caregivers seeking support to strengthen their relationships with their children (up to 17), particularly when facing:

  • Attachment challenges
  • Emotional or behavioural issues
  • Trauma
  • Developmental concerns

Note: Youth must have all parent/guardians consent for counselling services. Children must be 17 or below.

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What To Expect?


Clients can expect:

  • A warm, collaborative, and family-centered environment
  • Evidence-based interventions including Theraplay, Circle of Security, and play-based techniques
  • Focused support for emotional regulation, trust-building, and communication
  • Active caregiver involvement in the therapeutic process

Available Appointment Types:

  • In-person
  • Virtual (video)
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What Is The Price?


$97 - $220 per session.

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What Are The Benefits?


  • Stronger parent-child attachment and emotional connection
  • Improved communication and trust within the family
  • Better emotional regulation and behaviour management in children
  • Supportive tools for long-term family resilience and healing

Need more information?

Learn more at Playful Connection Counselling Inc's website.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

How  does it work?

Choose and book a session.

  You provide brief information on this secure site. Then choose the counselling time that works for you.   

Receive Confirmation.

You will receive an email confirmation. At your appointment time, the counsellor will call you. 

Your Counselling Session.

One 45-90-minute counselling session may be enough to address your needs. Other support options can also be discussed during your session.

Fee Structure


Community Connect YYC is committed to ensuring community members get the help they need when they need it, with as few barriers as possible, including finances. Some services found on the site are offered at no cost, some on a sliding scale basis, and others with a model that allows you to choose your own session fee. Every partner organization ensures that finances will never get in the way of accessing the service you need. For more information on the specific fee model of the service you selected, please review the service description or speak to the service provider with whom you book.

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