The OT Practice Kids

Helen is a specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist with experience working with children with a wide range of difficulties. She provides therapy intervention for children with complex neurological conditions having worked as a therapist for the PACE Centre, a charity providing expert therapy and schooling for children with neurological motor disorders.

Helen is experienced in working with children with co-ordination difficulties and is able to use a variety of treatment approaches. She has undertaken further training to provide evidence-based assessment and treatment programmes, and is a Cognitive Orientation to Occupational Therapy (Co-Op) Certified Practitioner. She also works with children with fine motor and handwriting difficulties, undertaking holistic assessments and treatment programmes.

Helen has completed further training in Sensory Integration and Therapeutic Listening.

Lorraine is a specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children of all ages. She is based in Alnwick in Northumberland and covers a client base across the North of England including Tyne and Wear, Cleveland, and Durham and the Scottish Borders.

Throughout her career, Lorraine has developed expertise on a range of conditions and diagnoses including cerebral palsy, profound and multiple learning difficulties, Down’s syndrome, brain injury, sensory processing difficulties, Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, orthopaedic trauma injuries and developmental coordination difficulties.

Lorraine utilises her expertise and many years of experience to deliver assessments and interventions. She visits children in both home and school settings to help them reach their maximum potential. Lorraine also has experience working in an OT capacity for local charities to provide assessment and intervention for specialist case management firms to assist with medico-legal claims.

Lorraine is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and continues to develop her skills through training courses and practical experience.

Donna is a dedicated occupational therapist based in Northern Ireland, specifically serving the Tyrone region. With a wide range of expertise in paediatrics, housing and equipment, seating, and postural management, Donna provides compassionate care to individuals. Her extensive experience and specialised knowledge allows her to support clients with various conditions and challenges.

Donna has a deep understanding of working with children who have diverse needs, including conditions such as Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Down's Syndrome, Neurological Conditions, Genetic Conditions, and Global Developmental Delay. She tailors her therapeutic interventions to promote children's independence, sensory integration, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, behaviour management, balance and coordination. Donna believes in the importance of fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment that empowers children to thrive and reach their potential.

Lucy is a highly skilled Paediatric Occupational Therapist located Chester-Le-Street, County Durham. She visits children and their families across the North East of England, covering Durham, Sunderland, and Newcastle. With over 10 years of experience, Lucy delivers expert and comprehensive assessments, analysing a child’s functional and cognitive needs.

Lucy works with children with a wide range of conditions including cerebral palsy, brain injury, muscular dystrophy, learning disabilities, global developmental delay, and autism. She helps children to develop their fine and gross motor skills, supporting them to complete every day tasks such as dressing and feeding. Her aim is to enable each child to reach their maximum potential and develop skills of independent living. She can also help children with handwriting needs, having undertaken a specialist training course on the subject.

Supporting children with sensory needs, Lucy has completed training in Sensory Integration and The Listening Programme. She is able to offer holistic interventions, addressing a child’s every need both physical and cognitive. Lucy has also completed training on the Chailey Approach to Postural Management, supporting children, their families, and carers with seating and postural needs.

Marie is a specialist in the field of neurological rehabilitation for both adults and paediatrics. Marie currently works in a community team for children (5-19 years) with complex needs, alongside her role in a rehabilitation unit for adults with acquired brain injury. She offers to clients a wealth of experience and knowledge in the areas of neurological rehabilitation particularly in the area of brain injury, stroke and paediatrics with complex needs. Marie is skilled in providing comprehensive assessments for specialist seating, moving and handling, home adaptations and school based interventions. Her postgraduate training includes neurological splinting, stroke rehabilitation and upper limb courses from the National Centre for Rehab Education. She travels around the Wirral visiting clients, including areas of Birkenhead, West Kirby and Wallasey, as well as visiting clients in the West Midlands and Wales.

Since qualifying in 2003, Marie is committed to keeping up to date with continued professional development and regularly attends training and courses to enable her to do so. She is a member of the College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section in Neurological Practice.

Marie has extensive experience in the field of neurological occupational therapy, spending her career working in acute units, rehabilitation units and in the community. She currently works as Team Leader of a highly regarded community stroke team in the Merseyside area, assessing and treating clients with complex conditions.

As an independent OT, Marie works closely with her client and their family to develop a personalised treatment plan which helps the client maximise their independence. This includes equipment provision, manual handling and seating advice and physical or cognitive rehabilitation.

Stephanie, an accomplished Occupational Therapist residing in Nottinghamshire, serving regions across the North West, East of England, Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, West and East Midlands, West and South West of England, East Anglia, London, and Wales. With expertise in paediatrics, housing and equipment, seating and postural management, moving and handling, and complex paediatrics, Stephanie holds a distinct qualification in sensory integration. Her specialised skills encompass pain management, sensory integration, gross and fine motor skills, and learning disabilities. Stephanie's holistic approach and dedication ensure comprehensive support, tailored to individual needs, fostering well-being and optimal development. Stephanie provides expert guidance in enhancing lives through occupational therapy.

Shivangi is a passionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist based in Orpington, South-East London. Utilising her extensive experience, gained through her work within the community, Shivangi provides holistic assessments and expert interventions to children of all ages across London and Kent. She has expertise in autistic spectrum disorders, developmental coordination disorder, sensory integration, behavioural challenges, and ADHD.

Shivangi is trained in delivering evidenced based interventions such as cognitive orientation to occupational performance, zones of regulation, interception intervention, The Alert Programme, Sensory Processing (neurosciences and fundamentals), and Bobath (early assessment & intervention with babies and young children). She has also successfully completed Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (Module 2) to diagnose children with autism spectrum disorder.

Shivangi set up clear functional goals in consultation with parents/teachers, demonstrating sound clinical reasoning and involving the use of therapeutic activities and approaches which are meaningful and appropriate. She is also experienced in providing relevant training including sensory workshops, how to manage child's sensory needs at home and school, motor planning and organisational skills, and fine and gross motor skills.

Amitav is a highly experienced Paediatric Specialist Occupational Therapist, offering services across London and Surrey. With over two decades of expertise, he works with children and young people facing a wide range of neurodiverse and physical conditions. His specialisms include Sensory Processing Challenges, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Autism, ADHD, Global Developmental Delay, Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Down Syndrome, and Congenital Deformities. Amitav is skilled in conducting Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) assessments to ensure children receive the necessary support in educational settings.

Amitav is deeply committed to empowering children and their families, working across various settings such as clinics, homes, schools, and communities. His approach is centred on creativity, ensuring that learning is both enjoyable and conducive to skill development and long-term retention. By combining professional expertise with personal insights as a parent, Amitav has a deep understanding of both the strengths and challenges faced by children, which allows him to create tailored strategies to support their growth and success.

He qualified as an Occupational Therapist in 2002 from the University of Calcutta, India, and completed a Master of Business Administration from Robert Kennedy College in the UK in 2013. He is HCPC registered, a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, and fluent in multiple languages, including English, Fiji Hindi, Gujarati, Hindi, Nepali, Punjabi, Sanskrit, and Urdu.

Trained in Sensory Integration techniques, Shira helps families by treating children at home and school. Shira is one of our Paediatric OTs based in London, offering specialist assessments and treatments for children with a wide range of needs. This includes challenges with gross and fine motor skills, handwriting, visual perception, balance and coordination, and postural management.

Shira works with children to develop creative and bespoke therapy plans, focusing on self-care skills such as dressing and washing, organisation and planning skills, and confidence building. Shira aims to help every child meet their full potential, building the strength and coordination to undertake physical activities and independent play. She also specialises in fine motor skills such as handwriting, helping a child to strengthen hand muscles and improve dexterity. Shira also helps to develop a child’s social interaction skills, supporting them to build friendships and access community activities.

Shira is also experienced providing wheelchair assessments, supporting children and their families decide on the best option to suit their mobility and comfort needs.

Rosie is a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist and Sensory Integration Practitioner based across the East Midlands. Rosie has worked with clients facing a range of conditions, such as Learning Disabilities, Mental Health Challenges, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down's Syndrome, Neurological Conditions, Genetic Disorders, Brain Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Global Developmental Delay, Stroke, and Anxiety and Depression. Her holistic approach ensures that each client receives tailored support to engage in the activities that are meaningful to them, helping them establish or regain their occupational identity.

Rosie qualified as an Occupational Therapist in 2016 after training at York St John University. She began her career in the NHS, where she gained a strong foundation in various clinical specialties within physical acute hospital care. Rosie has since specialised in the private mental health sector, where she has held senior and specialist roles, deepening her expertise in complex mental health and rehabilitation cases. In 2022, Rosie furthered her professional development by earning a Postgraduate Certificate in Sensory Integration, equipping her to conduct detailed sensory assessments and interventions using Ayres Sensory Integration theory.

Rosie is passionate about delivering person-centred, high-quality therapy in both adult and paediatric settings. She is HCPC and BAOT registered and a member of the Association of Sensory Integration Practice.

Specialising in paediatrics and sensory integration, Amy, an Occupational Therapist, possesses advanced skills in daily living skills, fine and gross motor skills, handwriting assessments and treatments, visual perception, coordination, and planning and execution. Operating in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, including Sheffield, Amy has extensive experience working with diverse conditions such as Autistic Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Sensory Integration difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental difficulties. Committed to providing the highest level of care, Amy is passionate about helping individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

Lone is an expert Paediatric Occupational Therapist who treats children at home, in nursery, and at school. She is based in Hertfordshire, travelling to the areas of in Essex and North London visiting children and their families. She is qualified in both Bobath and Chailey approaches, as well as being trained in advanced Sensory Integration techniques and using the CO-OP approach.

With over 25 years’ experience, Lone has spent her career working in UK statutory services, in schools and also independently in private practice. Lone works with children with a variety of clinical needs assessing functional, sensory, or motor difficulties. She has experience helping children with conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy, Downs Syndrome, and mild to profound learning difficulties. This includes supporting children with postural needs, prescribing the right equipment and offering advice to ensure safe use.

Lone aims to enhance a child's independence and functional ability and will include family, carers, or teachers when creating a personalised treatment plan. To ensure the care she is providing to families is of the highest standard, Lone maintains professional development through her membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists’ Specialist Sections in Children, Young People & Families and Independent Practice.

Jess has more than ten years' experience as an occupational therapist working in paediatrics, child, and adult rehabilitation. Based in the North East and Northumberland areas Jess offers a wide range of experience with EHCP writing, handwriting, fatigue management and sleep health, self-care, continence and bed wetting, postural support and specialised seating, gross and fine motor skill development, behaviour management, chronic pain management, success with sensory supports, daily living skills, child development, gait, balance and coordination, and falls injury rehabilitation. Jess is expert in supporting complex caseloads, and paediatrics cases with physical, learning, behavioural, and sensory difficulties, and in managing cases with children aged 0-19 who present with a range of special needs such as neurological, developmental and Autistic Spectrum disorders in a variety of settings. She has also worked with adult stroke cases requiring a range of specialist assessments; in stoke policy development; and on rotations for respiratory and palliative care, trauma and orthopaedics, and general medicine. Jess is passionate about the education of schools in paediatrics occupational therapy and how to streamline service delivery, having developed an online CPD training and webinar series for teachers, schools and therapists.

Emily is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with a specialization in pediatrics, bringing her expertise to the West and Southwest of England, particularly in Cornwall. With a wealth of experience, Emily possesses specialized skills aimed at improving the lives of her clients.

Her focus includes working collaboratively with clients to enhance various aspects such as fatigue management, daily living skills, community access, fine motor skills, balance, coordination, planning and execution, postural management, school-based therapy and support, anxiety management, and learning disability. Emily's commitment to providing holistic and personalized care makes her an invaluable resource for families seeking expert occupational therapy services.

Living in the picturesque region of Cornwall, Emily is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families, ensuring they achieve their fullest potential and enjoy a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Since qualifying as an Occupational Therapist in 2014, Sylwia has specialised in Paediatrics. She works with children ages 3-15 diagnosed with ASD, AD(H)D, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Motor, Perceptual, Handwriting and Self-Regulating Difficulties, Sensory Differences and Neuromuscular Disabilities. To identify children’s Fine and Gross Motor, and Perceptual needs, Sylwia provides Functional Assessments. Sylwia works in both mainstream and specialist schools.

She works in a variety of rehabilitation settings where she provides effective intervention, helping clients to participate in activities. Her work includes comprehensive assessments, report writing; and a multi-disciplinary approach with case officers, tribunal officers and special educational needs coordinators; in order achieve the best outcomes for her clients. Also, Sylwia has delivered workshops, responded to Help Line queries and provided Link Therapist services.

Gaining a master’s has helped her to develop her knowledge of evidence-based practice and deepen her critical thinking skills. Over the years, Sylwia has established core competencies through practical experience, personal research, expert supervision, attendance of specialist training courses and post graduate modules. This has helped her to develop a high-level of clinical reasoning that is essential to assessing and treating patients who have highly complex needs.

Working as a Paediatric OT for over 10 years, Zandri specialises in Sensory Integration, visiting children at home, school, or nursery. Zandri has worked with children with a broad range of conditions such as, autism, dyspraxia, Down’s syndrome, epilepsy, learning difficulties, and more. Her assessments and flexible treatment programmes focus on identifying the child’s individual needs, frequently regarding confidence building, balance and coordination, fine and gross motor skills, and visual perception.

Zandri works with children to help them develop independence, regain and maintain the ability to play sport and activities, and confidently complete daily self-care tasks. This includes dressing, using cutlery, and writing. In a school setting, Zandri helps children with shyness and class participation, enabling them to build confidence and overcome challenges. Zandri ensures that a child’s every need is addressed and that there is appropriate support in place at home and school.

Zandri is a member of RCOT and regularly undertakes additional training in Sensory Integration and Therapeutic Listening.

Chia qualified as an occupational therapist in 2009 in Taiwan and has specialised in the field of neurology, working with adults and children who have sustained traumatic brain injury, spinal injuries, progressive neurological conditions, acquired brain injuries (including stroke). She has recently also been working with young adults with profound and multiple learning disability and neurodivergent conditions.

Chia is interested in cognitive rehabilitation and upper limb rehabilitation offering a wide array of assessments, including posture and seating, physical, sensory, cognitive, and functional evaluations, as well as assistive technology assessments. Her expertise encompasses a wide spectrum of assessments, from risk and seating evaluations to specialised measures such as SADI, OGQ, ARMA, and others. She conducts comprehensive PDOC assessments using WHIM/CRS-R, guiding sensory stimulation programs and providing educational support to families and junior staff.

Chia has developed her expertise while working overseas, within the NHS, in educational settings and in the independent health-care sector as an occupational therapist.

Specialising in housing & equipment, rehabilitation and moving & handling, Natiq provides expert occupational therapy to adults and children. He is located in London and travels in and around the city visiting and treating clients at home. In addition to providing detailed clinical assessments, Natiq is also experienced in providing Blue Badge mobility assessments.

Having worked in a variety of acute and community settings, Natiq has gained extensive experience working with all age groups. He provides assessments and provision for major adaptations, advising on items such as ceiling track hoists, gantry hoists, through floor lifts, stair lifts, level access showers and ramps.

Ensuring the client is at the centre of his care, Natiq also recommends for specialist equipment, including mobile hoists, standing aids, profiling beds and pressure relieving mattresses. He works with the client and their family to promote safe moving & handling within the home and ensures that they are using the equipment safely and correctly.

Natiq specialises in working with children, supporting them at home or in school. He provides bespoke treatment packages, ensuring they are working towards their maximum potential and each of their personal goals are being met. This can include working on fine motor skills, teaching coordination skills, assisting children with behavioural disorders and also prescribing specialist equipment, such as wheelchairs and bathing equipment.

Alison is an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist, treating children with a wide range of needs and conditions at home, school, and nursery. Alison covers a client base across the West Midlands, including Coventry, Northampton, and Birmingham. She assesses and treats children with difficulties relating to daily living skills, gross and fine motor skills, handwriting, balance and coordination. Her experience is particularly relevant with, but not limited to, conditions such as cerebral palsy, spinal muscular atrophy, ASD, Down’s syndrome, epilepsy, and dyspraxia.

Alison is driven to help children develop confidence and independence, through performing daily living and self-care tasks such as dressing, teeth cleaning, and using cutlery. Alison is an expert in fine motor skills, covering hand and finger movements such as doing up buttons, shoelaces and zips, using scissors, and handwriting. She focuses on improving hand strength and hand-eye coordination. In particular, Alison conducts handwriting assessments and treatments, evaluating a child’s pencil grip, hand strength, dexterity, and level of tiredness and concentration completing the task. Alison will also consider seating position, and core and shoulder stability. She can recommend positioning or seating aids if required.

Alison assesses requirements for specialist chairs and beds, hoists, and bathroom adaptations, ensuring a child can move safely around the home, reducing the risk of falls and injury. She also has extensive experience helping with DFG Assessments to provide additional support to families.

Robyn is a highly skilled and experienced Occupational Therapist specialising in the fields of Paediatrics and Sensory Integration. She works in London (specifically Bow, Mile End, Stratford, Bethnal Green area). She enjoys working with those who have Autism or Learning Difficulties, to impact Daily Living Skills & Independence, Handwriting difficulties, Fine and Gross Motor skills, and Sensory processing.

Robyn is passionate about working with children and the organisations that help to reach a child’s maximum potential, and is experienced working in SEN schools and home settings. Robyn believes in school-based therapy/support and Self-care.

Robyn continues to develop her professional practice through regular postgraduate training to ensure that she is up to date with current research and clinical methods.

Robyn is a dynamic and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist from South Africa, who feels that her diverse background fuels her passion for working with children and young people who have Learning Disabilities, ASC and SEMH needs.

Offering specialist occupational therapy services across Kent and the South East of England, Julia is a dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in working with children from infancy through school age. She specialises in a wide range of conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Down's Syndrome, Chromosome Syndromes, Cerebral Palsy, and Muscular Dystrophy. Julia is also highly skilled in addressing Sensory Integration Difficulties, Gross and Fine Motor Skill Challenges, Handwriting, Visual Perception, Balance, and Coordination, as well as self-care tasks.

After qualifying in 2015, Julia began her career working closely with babies and pre-school-aged children, before transitioning to working with school-aged children. She has also undertaken specialised training in Cognitive Orientation to Occupational Performance (Co-Op), an evidence-based approach that supports children and adults in building confidence and skills to complete daily tasks.

Julia’s work extends beyond direct therapy, as she actively supports parents and school staff in understanding and managing sensory processing difficulties. Through tailored guidance and strategies, she helps improve outcomes for children both at home and in school. She also conducts assessments in primary, secondary, and SEN schools, as well as home-based assessments to support Education and Health Care Plans (EHCPs).

Julia is HCPC registered and is also a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT), including the Children, Young People & Families, and Independent Practice specialist sections.

Katy is a dedicated Occupational Therapist specialising in pediatrics, sensory integration, and sensory attachment. With a focus on improving daily living skills, fine and gross motor skills, and anxiety management, Katy works with clients in the West Midlands, East Midlands, including Warwickshire, Birmingham, Coventry, and Derby.

Her expertise extends to working with children with conditions such as autistic spectrum disorders, ADHD, learning disabilities, and behavioral difficulties. Katy's compassionate approach aims to support clients in overcoming challenges, promoting their well-being and enhancing their quality of life.

Through evidence-based interventions and personalized treatment plans, Katy empowers her clients to reach their full potential and achieve their goals. She is committed to providing holistic and client-centered care, ensuring that each individual's unique needs are addressed with sensitivity and understanding.

Terri is a highly skilled Occupational Therapist specialising in paediatrics, sensory integration, behavior management, and mental health. With a passion for helping children thrive, Terri serves clients in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, West Midlands, the East Midlands, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, West Midlands, and Worcestershire. Terri's expertise extends to working with a range of conditions, including Autism, Personality Disorder, and Learning Disability.

She employs evidence-based approaches to promote optimal development, emotional well-being, and functional independence. With her compassionate nature and extensive experience, Terri is dedicated to empowering children and their families, fostering positive growth, and enhancing overall quality-of-life.

With over a decade of experience, Jo is a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist offering expert assessment, advice, and treatment to children across London and Surrey. She has experience working with a wide range of conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Sensory Processing Differences, Developmental Coordination Difficulties, Motor Planning Issues, Hypermobility, Learning Disabilities, Global Developmental Delay, Cerebral Palsy, Down’s Syndrome, Prader-Willi Syndrome, Rare Genetic Conditions, Epilepsy, Cancers, Skeletal Abnormalities, and Amputations.

Jo is dedicated to providing a holistic, child-centred approach to therapy. She has extensive experience working in nursery settings, mainstream and special educational needs schools, clinics, and children’s homes. This broad range of experience has enabled Jo to develop a deep understanding of child development and tailor interventions to foster a child's independence, inclusion, and participation in everyday activities.

As a registered member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) Specialist Section for Children and Young People, Jo stays up to date with the latest practices and interventions in paediatric therapy. She also has additional qualifications in Sensory Integration, which further enhance her ability to work with children with sensory differences, neurodiverse diagnoses, and communication challenges.

Rachel is a Paediatric OT based in Shrewsbury, visiting clients across the West Midlands and Wales, including Birmingham, Liverpool, and Wolverhampton. She provides specialist assessments and treatments for children and their families in both home and school settings. Rachel specialises in Sensory Integration and autism, but works with children with a wide range of conditions and needs including, Down’s syndrome, learning difficulties, ADHD, and anxiety disorders.

Throughout her career, Rachel has acquired a strong skillset to support with a child’s development. These include Makaton training, using signs and gestures alongside speech to enhance communication, and motivational interviewing. Rachel focuses on enhancing a child’s self-care skills so that they can act independently at home, this includes activities such as dressing, washing, and feeding. Rachel also works with a child to support community access and social integration, aiming to ensure that a child has all of the opportunities available to them at school and in the wider community.

Rachel is a member of The Royal College of Occupational Therapists and regularly completes additional qualifications to enhance her knowledge and skillset.

Samantha is a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist based in Hampshire, with over a decade of experience working with children and families. She works with children facing a variety of conditions, including Developmental Coordination Disorder, Global Developmental Delay, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sensory and Behavioural Difficulties, ADHD, Eating Disorders such as ARFID, and Motor Skills Challenges. Samantha is skilled in addressing difficulties in fine and gross motor skills, dexterity, handwriting, visual perception, balance, coordination, self-care tasks like dressing and feeding, and helping children manage anxiety around food. She is passionate about delivering individualised care that enhances independence and supports the development of essential life skills.

Samantha holds a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and has a background in Early Childhood Studies, equipping her with a solid foundation for supporting children with developmental, neurodiverse, and mental health challenges. She excels in conducting thorough assessments, developing tailored intervention plans, and working collaboratively with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve the best outcomes.

Known for her compassionate approach, Samantha is committed to continuous professional development. She has completed training in sensory integration, cognitive behavioural therapy, and coaching. Her ongoing education ensures she remains at the forefront of best practices in occupational therapy, making a lasting positive impact on her clients' lives.

Jo is a HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with almost two decades of experience of working as an Occupational Therapist in both adult and children’s services in both private, public health and Health and social Care settings.

She has worked in a wide variety of locations, and most recently as Head of Services (children's) in Gloucester and in acute hospitals, community hospitals, community home visits, clinics and schools. Conditions that she has worked with include stroke, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, hypoxic and traumatic brain injuries, cerebral palsy, palliative care, rheumatology, amputee’s and spinal injuries.

She has extensive experience in major and minor adaptations, designing and overseeing ground floor extensions to enable adults/children access to their essential facilities under the Disabled Facilities Grant.

Jo also has experience of working with children and young adults with ADHA and autism. Jo specialises in minor and major housing adaptions, moving and handling and functional rehab for both adults and children.

Sarah is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist based in Swindon, she visits clients across the South-West, including Bristol, Wiltshire, and Oxfordshire. With over 10 years of experience working in a variety of settings, Sarah has acquired a breadth of knowledge and skill. She is particularly focused on Functional Rehabilitation and Seating & Postural Management for children with conditions such as autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, global developmental delay, sensory difficulties, and many more.

Sarah works with children at home or in a school environment, assessing their needs relating to fine and gross motor skills, their ability to act independently and carry out activities of daily living, and sensory challenges. Sarah is used to working in a multi-disciplinary team, coordinating efforts with various professionals to ensure the child is fully support in all areas.

Sarah can offer handwriting assessments and treatment, focusing on the fine motor skills of using a pen or pencil. Sarah has also undertaken training in Makaton, a type of sign language that incorporates speech. This has proven particularly beneficial to children of all ages and with a variety of needs.

Sarah is a professional member of The Royal College of Occupational Therapists and regularly undertakes additional qualifications to enhance her skillset.

Karin is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist who specialises in treating children with autistic spectrum disorder. She carries out assessments and treatment of children at home and school, helping them to achieve their maximum potential. She is trained in sensory integration and treats children with neurological and physical disabilities. Based in Peterborough, Karin covers the areas of Northamptonshire, Rutland, and Cambridgeshire.

Karin has over 15 years of experience, working with children who need support to develop their fine motor skills, including handwriting as well as sensory processing difficulties and support with self-care. Throughout her career, Karin has become proficient at carrying out comprehensive assessments and creating child centred treatment programmes to help children achieve their goals and develop their skills. The home and school-based treatments she provides include advice and guidance for parents and teachers to help them work collaboratively ensuring the child is supported in gaining independence.

She is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and the Sensory Integration Network.

Rose has over 15 years' experience as an OT and a Masters in Public Health. Rose completes assessments for Mental Capacity and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards in client's homes and care home settings, servicing Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Northamptonshire. Rose has worked with many conditions affecting capacity including Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Down's syndrome, neurological conditions, genetic conditions, brain injury, spinal injury, Cerebral Palsy, orthopaedic and trauma, Muscular Dystrophy, global developmental delay, learning difficulties, Parkinson's disease, Motor neurone disease, Multiple sclerosis, Dementia / Alzheimer's, Stroke, Amputations, Anxiety disorder, Depression, Osteoporosis, and burns cases. Rose is a caring and empathetic professional with a passion for ensuring clients can maximise their independence and feel safe doing so.