The heart of Be Centre... a place where children can simply BE, healing from trauma and life challenges, so they can thrive instead of simply survive.
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.
Our therapists create a ‘safe space’ for the children inside our Play Rooms, giving them a chance to make sense of past events and simply ‘be’, in an environment that’s centred around them.
We exist for them.
Because every child deserves to be truly seen.
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At Be Centre, we understand that some of life’s most difficult emotions and experiences are too complex or painful to express in words. Children facing trauma, anxiety or hardship often struggle to communicate what they feel. That’s where we come in.
“What they struggle to say, we help through play.”
Through our innovative Play Therapy Program, we create a safe and nurturing space where children can express themselves freely, without the need for words. Using play as a tool, we help children process their emotions, heal from past trauma and build resilience for the future. It’s in these moments of play that children can find their voice and begin to heal, moving forward with confidence, strength and hope.
At Be Centre, we believe in the power of play to transform lives, helping children communicate, heal and grow in ways that words alone simply can’t.
Fundraise, Volunteer or Donate – Get Involved, so all children, carers and familes have a brighter future!
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How will you support Be centre?
There are so many ways community members such as yourself can support charities like Be Centre, to help us with our mission of healing as many children as possible.
Fundraising: Join us at one of our fundraising events we have going on! Coming up we have our annual charity golf day, trivia by the waterfront and more! Bring some friends and family, helping to support Be Centre while guaranteed to have a great time!
Volunteer: We have so many generous volunteers who kindly dedicate their time to Be Centre, being a part of our cause. Volunteer for an event, or at the centre, it is up to you! We would love to have you.
Donate: Donate today to help us fund more scholarship programs to those children and families in need of our support. Whether it’s $20 or $2,000, your donation will make a lasting difference to the lives of children and families, and you can know that your difference counted!
We are officially 1 day away from our Be Centre ‘Be the Light’ annual charity gala event at Manly Pacific Hotel!
Months of preparation has all come together to create a truly special night for each and every one of our guests, and we cannot wait to celebrate and share the festivities with our lucky guests!
Don’t forget to register now for our silent auction platform, for your chance to win!
Only 1 day to go! See you there!
A powerful insight from our conversation with Dr. Shefali Tsabary 🎙️
Play therapy isn’t just play — it’s a child’s natural language.
When words aren’t enough, play becomes the way children express emotions, process experiences, and begin to heal.
That’s why we support Be Centre, helping children build resilience, confidence, and a sense of safety through play.
🎧 🎙️Tune in S4 @doctorshefali -Gets real about the stories we hide behind - and how to break them @overthebackfencepodcast with Di and Nicola
🎧Available on all podcast platforms and watch an You tube
✨ Join us 💃💃April 24 at the @becentrefoundation Gala Dinner — a beautiful night supporting children and families. Limited tickets left. Manly Pacific
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Don’t miss out on the biggest night of the year, there is only 1 week to go!
In 1 weeks’ time, Be Centre and Manly Pacific will be hosting our annual charity gala, raising funds for vulnerable children in need of our one-on-one play therapy program.
All funds raised on the night will go towards these children and their future, helping them heal from the challenges and trauma they have experienced or are currently facing.
So, join us in making a difference! Get your outfits ready and your dancing shoes on and get excited for a fabulous night of fun! 1 week to go!
Last chance to buy tickets today! Link in bio.
Live Auction Item Reveal…
We are so excited to share our live auction line up, ahead of next week’s ‘Be the Light’ Gala event. We are very excited to share these with you, and to see who the lucky winners will be on the night!
So get your bids ready, and we will see you next Friday, 24th April, at Manly Pacific Hotel!
Last chance to purchase tickets, before ticket sales close this Friday, 17th April.
Link in bio.
Goodluck!!
At the Be Centre “Be the Light” Gala, you'll experience a night like no other. With captivating entertainment, delicious food, and an electrifying atmosphere, this event promises to be the highlight of your year.
You will not only have the best night of your life, but you will also leave knowing that YOU have made a direct impact on the lives of children in need. Early intervention through Play Therapy is crucial in helping children overcome adversity and build a brighter future.
Help us, help them find that brightness, and join us at our annual gala evening.
Bring your friends, colleagues, and loved ones for a night of joy and celebration. Hurry and secure your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of support, entertainment, and inspiration.
Let's make a difference together!
Limited tickets available, don’t miss out and book in the link in bio.
Be Centre is hiring!
We are looking for a new Expressive Therapist (Play/Art/Drama/Music), in a part-time capacity (3-4 days a week).
Located in Warriewood, on the Northern Beaches, we offer a purpose-built, warm and engaging therapeutic environment.
If you understand the power of play as a child’s language, and the importance of showing up with presence, patience and care - we would love to hear from you.
To read more about the role, and to apply, please visit Seek (.au/job/91244712) or send your questions to [email protected]
SOLD! Be Centre is excited to announce our auctioneer for our “Be the Light” gala evening … Jason Kazanis!
Jason is renowned for his auctioneering skills and is sure to bring electrifying energy to our live auction on the night. With his charisma, captivating energy and elite auctioneering skills, Jason is sure to make our night unforgettable!
Our “Be the Light” charity gala event is one not to miss! You will have the opportunity to bid on exclusive and sought-after items, while also contributing to a cause that truly makes a difference in young children’s lives. Together, we can provide essential support to vulnerable children and help them build a brighter tomorrow.
Get ready to be inspired by Jason as he takes the stage as our auctioneer at our Gala Dinner. It's an evening you won't want to miss!
Book your tickets today at the link in bio.
Be Centre is beyond excited to share the beautiful artwork created within the Good Planet Studio group.
Each piece tells a story of creativity, passion, and the incredible children behind them.
Throughout this group, the artists have explored their inner worlds through the wisdom and metaphors of nature and art expression. They have supported each other to express and make sense of life’s bigger challenges such as anxiety, stress, friendship struggles, and growth. Just as nature moves through cycles of adversity and renewal, children discover that their feelings and experiences are part of a natural process.
Through creative expression in a safe, gentle arts therapy group, they are supported to listen to themselves, connect with their authentic voice, and recognise the inner resources that help them adapt, repair, and grow.
This exhibition celebrates children’s capacity for resilience, imagination, and connection, reminding us that, like nature, we all have ways of finding balance and moving toward growth.
It has been a privilege to work alongside all the artists who took this journey.
In loving memory of Heather Mead who has supported the Good Planet Studio project from the beginning 💚🌿
