Who We Support

Every child’s journey is different, and that’s something we embrace.

We work with children from infancy through to early adulthood, with or without a formal diagnosis.

Some children come to us with an identified diagnosis or developmental difference. Others come because something in everyday life is feeling difficult, or because their family would simply like to understand them better.

You don’t need a label to begin. We start by getting to know your child, their strengths, what they’re finding difficult and what matters to them and your family.

You might be wondering if OT could help.

Sometimes there’s a diagnosis. Sometimes there isn’t. Often, families simply notice that certain parts of everyday life seem to take more effort for their child.

You might be noticing things like:

big reactions to noise, clothing, food or busy environments
difficulty settling, regulating or moving between activities
challenges with handwriting, drawing or other fine motor tasks
coordination, balance or keeping up physically
difficulty with dressing, toileting, eating or other everyday routines
challenges with attention, organisation or getting started
finding friendships, play or social situations difficult
anxiety or avoidance around particular activities
needing more support to participate at home, school or in the community

You don’t need to know why yet. That’s something we can explore together.

Diagnoses and developmental differences we support.

Some children come to us with an existing diagnosis or identified developmental difference. Our role is to understand the whole child, including their strengths, needs, preferences, environment and the everyday activities that matter to them.

Autism

Our OTs work alongside Autistic children and their families to understand their individual strengths, sensory needs, communication and ways of experiencing the world. Support is neurodiversity-affirming and centred around participation, wellbeing and what matters to the child and family.

ADHD

Our OTs support children with ADHD to better understand their individual regulation, sensory and executive functioning needs, and find practical strategies that work with the way their brain works.

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)

Children with DCD may find movement, coordination and motor-based tasks more difficult, from handwriting and getting dressed to sport and play. OT can support the skills and strategies that make participating in these activities easier.

Global Developmental Delay

We support children with Global Developmental Delay across areas of everyday development and participation, including movement, play, self-care and independence.

Chromosomal Differences

We work alongside children with chromosomal differences, including Down syndrome and Fragile X, supporting development, participation and greater independence in the activities that matter to them.

Sensory Processing Differences

Children experience and respond to sensory information in different ways. For some, particular sounds, textures, movements or environments can feel overwhelming, while others may seek more sensory input to feel comfortable and engaged. We help children and families understand their sensory needs and find practical ways to support regulation and participation in everyday life.

Childhood Anxiety

Anxiety can affect everything from separating from a parent or trying something new to attending school and joining everyday activities. OT can help children and families understand what’s happening and develop strategies that support participation at a pace that feels manageable.

Trauma & Adverse Childhood Experiences

Our OTs take a trauma-informed approach to understanding how a child’s experiences may influence regulation, relationships and participation, with a focus on safety, predictability and connection.

Dysgraphia

Our OTs support children with intellectual disability to develop functional skills, independence and meaningful participation in everyday life, shaped around the individual child and what matters to them.