About us

For over 30 years, professionals in human services and individuals seeking personal and professional development have embraced The Play of Life. What sets it apart from other methods, therapies, and programs? Unlike exclusive approaches, The Play of Life doesn't replace existing tools—it enhances them. It's a model-agnostic method that seamlessly integrates with diverse frameworks, offering a unique and complementary perspective to support personal growth and transformation. Embrace the power of The Play of Life and expand your toolbox today, professionally or personally!
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The Neuroscience behind the method

The Play of Life is a para-verbal technology that accesses parts of the brain verbal communication cannot. By creating and sustaining new brain circuitries, the method enables clients to experience the "aha moment" of insight in as little as 10 minutes!

This process helps us to either validate our perspective, or see it in a new light and find the first step to change. 

Watch this short animated video to see a snapshot of the neuroscience behind the method or read the article linked below.  

Our vision

At The Play of Life, our vision is to make our transformative method readily accessible to professionals in human services worldwide. We also aim to empower seekers by providing them with easier, faster, and more efficient access to our network of accredited practitioners.

Our goal is to expand a professional's toolbox to upskill their practice and individuals receive help and support through our global community, ensuring that they can readily tap into the benefits of The Play of Life approach.

From Father to Daughter

The Play of Life is a unique method of psychotherapy created by Argentinian psychiatrist and psychodramatist Dr. Carlos A Raimundo. Developed as a tool for transformative emotional and relational work, the method is now guided by his daughter, Melanie Raimundo, the Director of Active Learning International—the umbrella organisation behind the Play of Life.  

Carlos and Melanie have facilitated workshops and training of the method together for over a decade. Carlos' life's mission for helping people live happier lives has transferred to Melanie and their shared passion for the Play of Life remains as strong as ever, ensuring its continued impact and evolution.  

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Left: Melanie as a child folding Play of Life flyers 

Top Right: Dr. Carlos presenting the method
Bottom Right: Melanie presenting the method

Training & Apps

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Professional Accreditation

For Professionals in the fields of human services:
  • 3 Levels of Accreditation 
  • 3 Modes of study

Enhance your toolbox by incorporating the Play of Life approach and integrating it with the methods you already use to better help people reach insight and achieve sustained behavioural change.
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Short Courses

Elevate your personal and professional life with our upcoming short courses:
  • Discover effective team building,
  • master relationship management,
  • enhance communication skills, and
  • embark on a transformative journey of self-improvement. 


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Digital apps

Until now, the Play of Life method has exclusively utilised Playmobil figures. However, these figures come with certain limitations: they can be difficult to obtain, and with the growing prevalence of online meetings and sessions, it has become necessary to explore innovative approaches to make the method more accessible.
Introducing: 
  • Play of Life Digital
  • RCompass (Relationship Mapping)

Check out our Free Introductory Course

The best way to learn more about the method!

Meet our team

Dr. Carlos Raimundo
Founder/Creator
Dr. Carlos is the founder of Active Learning International Pty Ltd, the creator of Play of Life & RCompass and the author of Relationship Capital. Carlos’ biggest passion is in helping seekers to discover the best version of themselves by creating tools to fast-track isight to understand what holds us back and facilitating the first step towards an enjoyable life. He applies his studies in medicine, psychiatry, philosophy, spirituality, leadership, and, most significantly, his ongoing personal learning to achieve those goals.
Melanie Raimundo
Director
Melanie is the Director of Active Learning International Pty Ltd with a Diploma in Counselling. In her time with ALI as a Counsellor/Coach, Enneagram facilitator and International Presenter, Melanie has worked with corporate leaders & teams, executives of large organisations, refugees, small businesses, teenagers, families and individuals. Her passion in everything she does is in helping people come back to themselves through self-acceptance and personal responsibility to move towards a life of goodness, humility and reverence.
Antonio Krus
Developer
Anton is the Developer and CTO of Active Learning International Pty Ltd (ALI) with a background as a Telecommunications Engineer, Web Design, Software Development and Graphic Design. Anton not only develops the websites and apps for all ALI projects but also connects with students and practitioners around the globe to ensure they have access to our courses and applications. Anton speaks fluent Spanish, Russian & English and his greatest passion is in helping people live a life filled with joy, love, faith and hope.
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