Welcome!

I’m Sammy Kinder, the owner of Kind.er!

I am a Counsellor registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and a Child-Centered Play Therapist.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Social Science/Counselling and I have undertaken 10+ years of additional training in mental health, neurodiversity, parenting and talk/play/creative art therapies.

Through counselling and child-centered play therapy, I support your child to explore their emotions in evidence-based, age-appropriate and neuro-affirming ways. Ensuring they feel safe, seen and supported.

Alongside my work with children, I have a special interest in supporting parents. As a parent of two neurodivergent children, I understand firsthand the complexity, beauty, and challenges that come with parenting. Through my online parent support sessions, I offer a compassionate space that honors your role and reality of parenting. Whether you’re navigating big emotions, challenging behaviours, or simply want to strengthen your connection with your child—I’m here to walk alongside you and offer practical and evidence-based parenting strategies and support.

If you’d like to connect further… I’d love the opportunity to meet you and your uniquely wonderful child.

Meet the Team

  • Jannah

    COUNSELLOR
    (Children ages 9+, Pre-Teens & Teens)

    Jannah is a qualified and registered counsellor with a Masters in Counselling. As a mother of three and an experienced primary teacher with over 15 years in education, Jannah brings a unique blend of professional insight, understanding and nurturing care.

    Jannah specialises in supporting children, pre-teens and teens through life’s challenges, empowering them with evidence-based therapy tools, confidence and self-worth. Jannah’s approach is kind, nurturing, growth focused, and tailored to help children/teens heal and grow.

  • Bek

    TEEN MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAINING FACILITATOR (FOR SCHOOLS)

    Alongside Sammy Kinder, Bek will offer Teen Mental Health First Aid Training courses to schools and students years 7-12 across the Mornington Peninsula & Greater Melbourne regions.

    Bek has facilitated Mental Health First Aid training courses for the past seven years, focusing on youth, teen, and non-suicidal self-injury training. With over 25 years experience in community and youth work, Bek holds a Bachelor of Youth Work and a Graduate Diploma in Therapeutic Arts Practices.

Join the team!

Are you a children’s therapist? Are you seeking a beautiful playroom/therapy space? A better work-life or work-motherhood balance? Control over your working hours and client load?

We pride ourselves on being a motherhood-accomodating and neuro-inclusive workplace, where YOU get to call the shots on what suits YOU as a person and therapist!

If you live by the same values as us (Kindness, Excellence, Teamwork, Respect, Child-Centred, Neuro-Affirming & Trust) and wish to explore or join us- please click below to contact us today.