About

As a child-centred practitioner, I hold children’s rights and well-being at the centre of all clinical decisions.

While I see children individually, caregiver involvement is a crucial part of a child’s treatment. Therefore, every five client sessions, I meet with caregivers to discuss progress. These sessions can be less frequent with older teenagers, but they are still needed.

The physical space at Child-Centred Sydney was purposely designed to meet child-centred play therapy guidelines —and their adaptation for older children, activity therapy. 

My vision: A mindful society that values and respects children’s rights.

Mental health professionals are required to engage in career-long supervision to ensure they operate within professional standards and maintain ethical boundaries.

Regular supervision provides a confidential space for clinicians to reflect on workplace issues and the personal impact of the work, enhancing both professional service and personal well-being. My supervisor is Josephine Martin, RPT-S.

In addition to individual supervision and professional development, I attend group supervision at the Family Psychology Practice, where I am an independent contractor. I am also a member of the CCPT Collective, an international community of play therapists with the goal of advancing the child-centred model.

Alejandra Hayes  MA, Grad Dip, BA (Hons) Class I

Registered Play Therapist & Adolescent Counsellor

APPTA Member (RPT™) 25030

PACFA Reg Certified Practising 29750