Alison Colville

Hi, I'm Alison a registered play therapist and early childhood teacher with 30years working with children and supporting their development and advocating for play based learning.  I am a Mum of two now grown-up children, having lived experience with one of my children being neuro diverse.  I am passionate about all things play and sharing the amazing benefits of play therapy with families and educators alike.

I became a play therapist after recognizing an increase in the need for extra support for some children in my classroom, and in a large group I was frustrated at not being able to offer this extra support.  I began training and working as a Play Therapist in 2022, became a fully registered Play Therapist in 2023, and established Little Life Warriors in 2024.

I am grateful for my opportunities to support all the amazing and unique kiddos through their journeys of emotional and social learning, creating a safe space for emotional expression and supporting parents and families in an accepting, understanding and non-judgmental environment.

 -Diploma of Childcare (1999)

-Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (2004)

-Diploma of Business Management Community and Education (2015)

-Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy Studies (2023)

-Diploma of Counselling (qualifying 2025)

-Full Registration with Play Therapy Practitioners Australia (PTPA)

-Registration with Queensland College of Teachers  #807543

-Student registration with Australian Counsellers Association (ACA)

"Enter into children's play, and you will find the place where their minds, hearts, and souls meet." — Virginia Axline

In Gratitude,
Alison x