Mario Kart Therapy
- Counselling
- Group Therapy
- Counselling
- Group Therapy
Mario Kart is a popular racing video game series developed and published by Nintendo, available on various gaming platforms including the Nintendo Switch. The game involves racing against other characters on whimsical tracks, using power-ups and items to gain advantages or hinder opponents.
Mario Kart can be particularly beneficial as it promotes social interaction, teamwork, and healthy competition. It provides a fun and engaging way for individuals to build rapport, reduce stress, and improve communication skills.
Additionally, playing Mario Kart can help in developing problem-solving abilities and emotional regulation, as players must navigate challenges and manage their reactions to in-game events. This combination of entertainment and therapeutic value makes Mario Kart a useful tool in both individual and group counselling sessions.
Choose from:
Counselling (1:1 private with counsellor)
Group Therapy (2+ participants counsellor led)
Benefits of Mario Kart Therapy
- Improved Cognitive Skills - Enhanced memory, learning and processing
- Improved Motor Skills - Assists with motor skills hand-eye coordination
- Fun and Familiar - Gaming provides a fun and familiar experience
- Problem-solving - Having fun solving problems and learn adaptability
- Staying engaged - Improves focus and concentration
- Communication - Verbal, non-verbal and texted communication
- Expressing creativity - Having fun in 'creator modes' building models
- Social development - Assists in forming social skills and development
- Emotional growth - Learning abilities to recognise and discuss emotions
- Increased Receptivity - Providing effective therapy through gameplay
- Motivated Participants - Participants are eager to engage in therapy
Choose your type of therapy
Interactive Therapy (Counselling) sessions are ran by an Accredited Therapist who is also a qualified and accredited Counsellor or Psychotherapist Ideal for those looking to improve mental health and work towards their goals.
Group Therapy allows for 2+ players to undertake group therapy and is ideal for those requiring supervision while gaming while interacting with others in developing social skills and communication.
Speech Therapy (Pathology) sessions are ran a Speech Therapist (Pathologist) accredited with CPSP and helps participants improve communication, language and understanding.
Occupational Therapy sessions are ran by an Occupational Therapist registered with AHPRA. This form of therapy helps improves daily living, independence and emotional well-being.
Minds Support Network eTherapists
We have a team of experienced eTherapists who are:
University qualified in counselling, psychology and psychotherapy
We specialise in:
ADHD/ASD/Audhd
Neurodivergence/Autism
OCD / Addiction
Depression / Anxiety
PTSD/Trauma
Insomnia / Anger
DV (Domestic Violence)
Eating Disorders
Building Social Skills
Emotional Regulation
LGBTQIA+ and Trans affirming
Relationship/attachment
Crisis
Drugs and Alcohol issues
Trauma/Sexual Trauma
Employment counselling
CBT
All therapists are accredited and registered with ACA and PACFA.
We match participants with the most suitable therapist resulting in effective therapy.
Sessions & Ages
- Children Aged 7 > 17
- Adults of any age
- We match similar participants where possible
Session Times
Sessions run during the day, nights and on weekends all year long. This includes during school hours, after school and during holidays. Simply select your preferences during registration.
Requirements.
Participant must already have an Xbox, PlayStation, Switch or PC plus a strong internet connection and any online multiplayer subscription necessary to play the required interactive online programs with others.
Cost for Interactive Therapy
Sessions are a minimum of 1 hour for counselling, speech and occupational therapies. There is a 2 hour minimum for supportive gaming. All sessions can be extended up to 4 hours with breaks in-between.
Counselling (1:1) $156.16 per hour
Group Therapy (2+ participants) $78.08 hourly
Set-up, Technical Issues & Reporting
Online programs require occasional setup, especially when joining for the first time. Internet dropouts or technical issues may also occur. Our eTherapist takes notes during sessions to align with your therapy goals, which is factored into the session duration. A small portion of each session will be spent on these necessary activities.
Player Registration Form
Step 1: Enter your name, phone number and email to begin.
Step 2: You will be taken to the registration page where you will be required to complete a service request and an intake form.
Step 3: Return the form to register@minds.care
