WELCOME TO HILLS PSYCHOTHERAPY
OUR HOLISTIC APPROACH
At Hills Psychotherapy, we offer a unique and integrated approach to emotional wellbeing through Equine-Assisted Therapy, Nature-Based Therapy and Educational Support Services. Set in the peaceful surrounds of Mount George, our practice supports children, adolescents and adults with tailored, experiential sessions that take place outdoors and undercover, often in the company of horses. Whether you are seeking support for mental health, learning challenges, or emotional development, our nature-based approach is grounded, therapeutic, and nurturing.
Our mission is to provide compassionate, nature-based therapeutic and educational support that nurtures emotional wellbeing, self-discovery, and resilience. Through connection with horses, the outdoors, and personalised learning, we create safe and empowering experiences for individuals of all ages—fostering growth, confidence, and lasting positive change.
- Holly Stratton
EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY
Healing through presence, connection, and
horse-guided experience.
Mental health support provided by a registered psychotherapist and a horse, working in harmony to foster emotional well-being and personal growth. All sessions are conducted from the ground, ensuring a safe and supportive environment—no riding is involved. This unique approach combines the therapeutic benefits of the human-animal connection with professional guidance to promote healing and self-discovery.
NATURE BASED THERAPY
Where therapy meets the outdoors.
Counselling sessions are conducted in natural settings, such as the Heysen Trail and Mount George Conservation Park, blending traditional talk therapy with movement, mindfulness, and the restorative power of nature. This approach offers a unique opportunity to heal and connect, fostering emotional well-being through an immersive outdoor experience.
OUTDOOR LEARNING SUPPORT
Personalised support beyond the classroom.
Educational sessions designed to enhance literacy, numeracy, social-emotional skills, and confidence. Held outside the traditional classroom, these sessions foster a relaxed, interdisciplinary learning environment through experiential and place-based learning, offering an engaging and holistic experience.
EQUINE ASSISTED LEARNING
Experiential learning supported by horses.
Ground-based horse interactions designed to develop essential life skills, including communication, problem-solving, confidence, and emotional regulation, in an experiential, supportive environment.
PLAY THERAPY
PSYCHOTHERAPY & COUNSELLING
Healing through presence, connection, and play.
Mental health support provided by a registered psychotherapist using play-based approaches to foster emotional well-being, resilience, and self-expression. Grounded in the principles of child-centred and developmentally appropriate practice, play therapy offers a safe and supportive space where children can explore their inner world, process emotions, and make sense of their experiences—without the need for words.
This evidence-informed approach supports children in building trust, confidence, and coping skills through creative, symbolic, and sensory play, all guided by a trained mental health professional.
Counselling support tailored for children and young people.
Psychotherapy and counselling services for children and youth, with a focus on emotional well-being, self-awareness, and personal growth. Sessions are grounded in evidence-based approaches and tailored to meet the unique needs of each young person.
Support can take place in a variety of settings—indoors, outdoors, or in movement-based environments—depending on what feels most comfortable and appropriate for the individual.
This flexible, child-centred approach creates space for connection, expression, and healing in ways that feel safe, natural, and empowering.
ART THERAPY
Creative expression for emotional growth.
Art therapy provides a safe and supportive space for children and youth to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences through creative expression. Guided by a qualified psychotherapist, sessions use art-making as the primary mode of communication, helping young people process emotions, build self-awareness, and foster resilience. No artistic skill is needed—it's about the process, not the product. Art therapy offers an empowering and developmentally appropriate approach for young people who may find it difficult to express themselves through words alone.
MOBILE SERVICES
Support that comes to you.
Mobile services offering counselling, psychotherapy, early intervention, and education for children and young people, delivered in the comfort and familiarity of their own home. This flexible, in-home model allows therapeutic strategies to be applied directly within the child’s everyday environment, promoting safety, consistency, and meaningful outcomes.
Sessions are tailored to meet individual needs and may focus on emotional regulation, behaviour support, social and communication skills, or learning and developmental goals. All services are grounded in evidence-based practice and designed to support the child’s overall wellbeing.
GET IN TOUCH
Call Us: 0452 425 044
Email Us: info@hillspsychotherapy.com.au
Visit us at our convenient location, just 20 minutes from Adelaide CBD. For inquiries or appointments, feel free to reach out to us via email or phone.