Occupational therapy empowers children to overcome physical, social, or emotional challenges, enabling them to live independent, fulfilling lives. For kids, OT helps them perform daily activities to the best of their ability. These essential activities include being part of the family, playing with friends, attending school, exploring hobbies, and participating in sports.
Our skilled Occupational Therapists work with your child to develop independence by focusing on vital daily living skills such as:
The ultimate goal is to help your child participate in meaningful activities, succeed at school, and improve their quality of life by reaching their full potential.
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Occupational therapy (OT) plays a crucial role in helping children develop key life skills that lead to greater independence. Through OT, your child can enhance their ability to interact with others, perform better in school, participate in group activities, and navigate daily tasks with increased confidence.
While every child’s needs and goals are unique, the overall benefits of occupational therapy include:
Most importantly, as your child gains these new abilities, their self-esteem grows, confidence increases, and they are empowered to engage fully in life’s opportunities.
Occupational therapy for your child begins with an initial consultation, where you and your child will meet the therapist. This session allows the therapist to get to know your child, understanding their strengths, challenges, and specific needs.
During this consultation, the occupational therapist (OT) will ask you for some background information, including what you hope to achieve through therapy, your child’s developmental history, and any relevant details about their school or kindergarten experience. They’ll also discuss your child’s skill development and overall progress.
Your OT may recommend a formal assessment or conduct observations to gather more insights into your child’s needs. Based on this, they will work with you to develop a set of personalized goals and create a therapy plan tailored specifically for your child.
The therapy can be either a short-term intervention or longer-term support, depending on your child’s needs and your goals. Sessions can range from one hour every fortnight to multiple times a week, depending on what works best for your family.
It’s essential to remember that therapy extends beyond the clinic. The therapist will collaborate with you and your child’s caregivers, providing strategies to support your child in their daily activities at home, school, and other environments.
At regular intervals, the therapist will review your child’s progress with you to ensure the therapy plan is effective and aligned with their goals.
As part of your child’s therapy journey, your Occupational Therapist may recommend specific therapy programs to help achieve their goals. These programs are designed to support your child’s development in key areas such as motor skills, self-care, emotional regulation, and social interactions.
Early intervention is key to supporting your child’s physical and behavioral development. If you have concerns about your child’s behavior, their ability to perform everyday tasks, or notice they are not reaching developmental milestones like other children, it may be time to consider an assessment.
In some cases, you may not notice any concerns yourself, but a teacher, GP, specialist, or child health nurse might suggest an assessment to ensure your child is on track.
Children without a specific diagnosis can access our services.
We can work on specific issues that may have arisen, such as toileting.
Some common conditions we can help with include:
While both occupational therapy (OT) and physiotherapy aim to improve your child’s physical abilities and overall quality of life, they focus on different aspects of care.
In some cases, your child may benefit from both therapies. Our occupational therapists and physiotherapists collaborate to ensure your child receives the most comprehensive care and the best outcomes.
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