Our Services


Calming Paws Therapy provides counselling and wellbeing support for children and young people in Bayside Melbourne. Support is tailored to each child's individual needs, with a focus on creating a safe, supportive and welcoming environment.

Children in a calm and supportive counselling environment

Child Counselling

Counselling for children who may be experiencing worries, big emotions, friendship difficulties, school challenges, low confidence or changes in their lives.

Young person participating in a supportive counselling session
Child and adolescent counselling in Melbourne providing support for anxiety, emotional regulation, social challenges and wellbeing.

Teenage Counselling

A supportive space for teenagers to talk through challenges including emotions, anxiety, friendships, relationships, school and study pressures and confidence.

Winnie providing animal assisted therapy

Animal-assisted counselling

Counselling incorporating the presence of accredited therapy dog Winnie, where appropriate, to support connection, engagement and emotional wellbeing.

Youth Counselling

Counselling support for young people who may be finding emotions, relationships, school or other life challenges difficult to navigate.

Therapy dog for schools, wellbeing sessions, and community groups

Paws for Wellbeing

Therapy dog-assisted wellbeing sessions for schools, workplaces and community groups, including school visits and developing group wellbeing programs.

Not Sure Which Support Is Right?

Choosing the right support for your child or young person isn't always straightforward. If you're unsure which service may be most appropriate, you're welcome to get in touch to discuss their needs and whether Calming Paws Therapy may be a good fit.

Bayside Melbourne

Calming Paws Therapy is based in Highett and supports children and young people across Melbourne's Bayside area, including Highett, Hampton, Sandringham, Beaumaris, Cheltenham, Moorabbin, Brighton and surrounding suburbs.

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