Occupational therapy for children
Helping children and adolescents develop essential life skills
Children thrive when playing, learning, and interacting with their surroundings. However, some children experience developmental delays, sensory issues, or difficulties with fine and gross motor skills, which can affect their ability to perform daily tasks.
Our children's occupational therapists provide expert intervention to help children and teens aged 0 to 18 overcome challenges and build essential life skills.
Common areas where occupational therapy can help children
Self-care skills – Dressing, eating, toileting, and hygiene routines.
Fine motor skills – Handwriting, cutting, drawing, and using utensils.
Gross motor skills – Balance, coordination, jumping, and ball skills.
Play skills – Encouraging interaction, imagination, and physical play.
School skills – Concentration, handwriting, organisation, and classroom participation.
Sensory processing – Helping children with autism and other sensory needs regulate their responses.
Social and emotional skills – Developing confidence, self-regulation skills, and positive peer interactions.
Supporting families and educators
We understand that a child’s challenges can affect not just them but their families, teachers, and support networks. Our occupational therapists work closely with parents, caregivers, and teaching staff to implement strategies that support a child’s development in school and home settings.
Occupational therapy for adults and seniors
Enhancing independence and quality of life
For adults facing injury, illness, or physical limitations, occupational therapy provides essential support to restore independence.
Whether you need assistance adapting to a disability or improving mobility at home, our occupational therapists in Melbourne create personalised plans to help, including strategies, recommendations, and assistive technology to help make wellbeing easy.
Our services for adults include:
Home-based and centre-based support after an injury or illness.
Assistance with work-related physical and mental health challenges.
Strategies for managing activities of daily living impacted by disabilities or chronic conditions.
Home assessments and recommendations for assistive technology or home modifications such as:
- Rails for shower or toilet
- Ramps or step modifications
- Shower or toileting equipment
- Therapeutic beds and mattresses
- Wheelchairs
- Scooters
- Powered recliner chairs.
Functional capacity assessments for NDIS or aged care and My Aged Care referrals.
Private OT services are available for personalised support.
Our approach to occupational therapy
We believe in a holistic and person-led approach to occupational therapy, ensuring that each person receives personalised care tailored to their needs.
Our team of allied health professionals is experienced in working with individuals of all ages, addressing a wide range of challenges and helping clients achieve their goals, objectives, and/or developmental milestones.
Our occupational therapy sessions include:
Assessment and Goal Setting – Identifying challenges and developing a plan to improve skills and independence.
Treatment and Intervention – Tailored therapy programs to address physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.
Training and Education – Equipping clients, families, carers, and relevant stakeholders with strategies for ongoing support.
Collaboration with Other Services – Working with a team of other allied health professionals, psychologists and/or medical professionals to provide well-rounded holistic care.
