About Alphabet Kids

Hello, my name is Melissa.

I have worked with children, families, and teachers for over 25 years.

Many of these years have been spent in schools where I have held various roles. Ensuring opportunities for every child’s personal growth and success has always been at the heart of what I do.

As a mother to five, I often work with children from my home studio in Frankston South now, offering both Art for Wellbeing individual therapy sessions, and art classes. It just makes the juggle a little more manageable!

From the very young, fostering a child’s confidence to express their ideas and imagination is of critical importance.

My sessions are aimed at encouraging children to explore art mediums, develop their creativity and self-expression, while supporting their mental health and wellbeing, and fostering their self-esteem.

Qualifications & Registrations

Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice ~ current

Art Therapy Practitioner Certificate

Diploma of Art Therapy

Bachelor of Teaching ~ Monash University

Bachelor of Arts (Psychology - counselling) ~ Monash University

Masters of Education (Gifted & Learning Disabilities) ~ Melbourne University

Post Grad International Baccalaureate

Cert. III Early Childhood Education

Current First Aid Level 2 (CPR, Asthma, Anaphylaxis)

Current VIT (Victorian Institute of Teaching) Registration

Current Mandatory Reporting Training

Current Police and Working With Children (WWCC) check

 Alphabet Kids is a registered and insured business.

ABN: 39483857188