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Changing Children's
Lives through Play
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Be Centre is a mental health charity striving to make Play Therapy accessible to every child and family in Australia that needs it.
We are a leading Play Therapy centre globally and have been providing specialised therapy programs to children 3-12 years old experiencing trauma and other mental health challenges since our founding in 2008. Be Centre uses Play Therapy as a powerful, evidence-based tool to help children express themselves, process difficult experiences, and build resilience so that they can thrive and reach their full potential.

Changing Children's Lives through Play
Children's Mental Health Crisis in Australia

72% of children live with one or more Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

14% of Australian children experience a mental health disorder

Suicide is the leading cause of child death

Just 51% of children with mental disorders received professional help

7% of children
with mental disorders
received only one session of help

23,700+
Sessions delivered
across Play, Art and
Drama therapy

2,000+
Children and families served

1 in 3
Families granted a full scholarship to attend for free
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88%
Carers who said their child's overall wellbeing improved after attending Be Centre
How we are making a difference

72% of children live with one or more Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

14% of Australian children experience a mental health disorder

Suicide is the leading cause of child death

Just 51% of children with mental disorders received professional help

7% of children
with mental disorders
received only one session of help