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Building skills for everyday life

Occupational Therapy

Helping children participate in daily activities, learning and play with confidence.

Occupational Therapy

Helping children thrive

What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy supports children to participate in the meaningful "occupations" of childhood – play, self-care, learning and social interaction.

Our OTs work with children who may be experiencing difficulties with fine motor skills, sensory processing, handwriting, self-care tasks, attention, emotional regulation, or participation in daily activities at home, school or in the community.

We use play-based, child-led therapy approaches to engage children while building the underlying skills they need to succeed. We also work closely with families and educators to ensure strategies are practical and can be embedded into everyday routines.

How we can help

What Does Occupational Therapy Help With?

Occupational therapy can support children who may be experiencing challenges with:

Fine Motor Skills

Pencil grip, cutting, manipulating small objects, buttons and zips.

Handwriting

Letter formation, sizing, spacing, speed and legibility of written work.

Sensory Processing

Over or under-sensitivity to touch, movement, sound, or visual input.

Self-Care Skills

Dressing, toileting, eating, grooming and daily routines.

Attention & Concentration

Staying focused, following instructions and completing tasks.

Emotional Regulation

Managing big emotions, transitions, frustration and anxiety.

Our approach

Our Approach to Occupational Therapy

We use a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to each child:

Sensory integration therapy
Cognitive-behavioural approaches
DIR/Floortime
Handwriting Without Tears
Zones of Regulation
Alert Program
Social Thinking
Motor learning approaches
Environmental modifications

Meet our team

Our Occupational Therapists

Our experienced OT team is passionate about helping children build skills for everyday life.

Jessica Kable

Jessica Kable

Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Jessica graduated from Western Sydney University in 2019 and has extensive experience supporting children with developmental, sensory, emotional regulation and functional needs. She uses a neuro-affirming, strengths-based and trauma-informed approach.

Alexandra Louka

Alexandra Louka

Occupational Therapist

Alex graduated from the University of Sydney in 2023. She's passionate about advocacy, collaboration, and empowering families through education and practical strategies. Outside the clinic, Alex is a passionate dancer and Physie participant.

Start Your Child's Journey Today

Ready to Get Started?

You don't need all the answers before coming to us – that's what we're here for! Contact us today to discuss how occupational therapy can support your child.