Services
Occupational
Therapy
At Little People Therapies, our paediatric occupational therapists support children to participate more confidently in everyday life – at home, in early learning and school environments, and within the community.
Occupational therapy focuses on how a child engages in daily activities, and how their skills, regulation, and environment interact. Our OTs use assessment, observation, and targeted intervention to support meaningful participation in play, learning, self-care, and social life.
All OT support is neuro-affirming, strengths-based, and delivered in close partnership with families and educators.
Areas of Support
Our occupational therapists support children across a range of functional areas, including:
- Self-advocacy and communication styles
- Emotional regulation and sensory processing
- Executive functioning (organisation, attention, impulse control, time management)
- Motor planning, coordination, and postural control
- Fine motor and visual-motor skill development
- Handwriting and classroom participation
- Self-care and independent living skills
- Safety awareness and functional risk management
Support may include direct therapy, caregiver coaching, environmental adaptations, and collaboration with other professionals to support consistency across settings.
Working With Families and Teams
Our OTs work closely with families to build understanding, confidence, and practical strategies that fit into daily routines. We also collaborate with educators, allied health professionals, and medical teams to ensure supports are coordinated and aligned with shared goals.
Occupational Therapy and the NDIS
Paediatric occupational therapy aligns with NDIS Capacity Building goals relating to independence, participation, learning, and family capacity building. OT support may include assessment, recommendations, and reporting to inform broader support planning.
