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Claire is an expert Paediatric Occupational Therapist based in Hertfordshire. She visits clients around the South East of England including Buckinghamshire, Essex, and parts of London. Claire has spent much of her career in child and adolescent mental health services and has experience working with children with behavioural difficulties, eating disorders, psychosis, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and self-harming behaviour. Claire also has experience working in special schools and supporting children with learning disabilities.

She provides intervention to support children in reaching their maximum potential, including help with handwriting, motor planning, and sensory integration techniques. Claire works with children and families in their home or school environment. Having assessed their needs, Claire will develop a bespoke treatment package for the child which will involve parents, teachers, or carers where necessary. She ensures that the treatment sessions are engaging and work towards the child reaching their personal goals.

Claire is a member of the Sensory Integration Network and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists’ Specialist Section for Children, Young People and Families. She has completed various postgraduate courses, including a qualification in sensory integration and training in the Alert Programme which is particularly successful for children with ADHD. Claire is also trained in the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS).

Katie is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist located in Tewkesbury. She visits clients across Gloucestershire and Herefordshire including Gloucester, Hereford, Cheltenham, Worcester, Stroud, and Evesham. Katie supports children with conditions such as autistic spectrum disorders, physical disabilities, Down's syndrome, cerebral palsy, global developmental delay, and learning difficulties.

Katie began her career supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism in the community. She then went on to apply her skills and passion in Paediatrics, which she now specialises in. Katie has enhanced her therapeutic skills through the completion of additional training including AMPS training and Sensory Integration Module 1. Katie considers a child’s sensory needs as part of holistic assessments, working collaboratively with parents, schools, and other professionals to identify and address a child’s individual goals.

She supports children to develop fine and gross motor skills, enabling them to complete activities of daily living such as dressing, feeding, and washing. Katie is also experienced in assessing for and recommending suitable home adaptations and specialist equipment.

Julie, an Occupational Therapist, specialises in functional rehabilitation, neurology, complex paediatrics, and handwriting assessments and treatments. Serving in Berkshire and West London, Julie brings a wealth of experience to her practice.

With expertise spanning functional rehabilitation, neurology, and complex paediatrics, Julie has worked extensively with conditions such as stroke, head injury, cerebral palsy, and elderly care, covering activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). Her proficiency extends to stroke rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, orthopaedic (hip/knee replacement rehab), as well as wheelchair and posture/seating assessments. Julie's comprehensive experience allows her to provide tailored and culturally sensitive occupational therapy services, addressing a wide range of needs in Berkshire and West London.

Fluent in Afrikaans, she enhances her ability to connect with a diverse clientele. Julie qualified in 1992, reflecting a deep and enduring commitment to the field of occupational therapy.

Amber is a dedicated and compassionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist specialising in supporting children and young people with a wide range of learning needs. Based in the South East of England, she has extensive experience working with conditions such as Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Down’s Syndrome, Learning Disabilities, Cerebral Palsy, Sensory Processing Difficulties, and Social-Emotional Challenges. Amber’s work focuses on delivering individualised, evidence-based interventions designed to promote the wellbeing, independence, and educational success of each child or young person.

In addition to her work in paediatrics, Amber is skilled in conducting autism assessments using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) and the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R), contributing to accurate diagnoses and effective intervention strategies. She works closely with schools and parents to provide a range of universal, targeted, and specialist provisions that best meet the needs of children and young people.

Amber graduated from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, in 2014 and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as well as the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. She is an active member of the RCOT's Independent Practitioners Group and the Children, Young People, and Families Group, which connects professionals throughout the UK and Northern Ireland.

Bhawna, a paediatric Occupational Therapist specialising in sensory integration and a certified CO-OP practitioner, assists clients with gross and fine motor skills, handwriting treatments and assessments, visual perception, and school-based therapy. Fluent in Hindi, she resides in the West Midlands and Warwickshire, offering her services in Coventry, Derbyshire, and Leicestershire. Bhawna brings over ten years of experience, having worked with diverse conditions such as ASC (Autism Spectrum condition), ADHD, and/or learning difficulties, motor skills (gross and fine), Dyspraxia, DCD (developmental coordination disorder), emotional and behavioural difficulties, Cerebral Palsy, genetic conditions, Down's Syndrome, mental health conditions (i.e., anxiety, low mood, risk of self-harm, and suicidal ideation), attachment difficulties, trauma, and abuse. Bhawna is dedicated to providing holistic occupational therapy support for paediatric clients, fostering their development and well-being.

Paediatric Occupational Therapist Rachel covers the South of England, including London, Cambridgeshire, Essex, and Hertfordshire. She works with children and their families to manage a broad range of conditions, including Autistic Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Self-regulation Difficulties, Behavioural Challenges, and Learning Disabilities. Her expertise extends to improving daily living skills, enhancing fine and gross motor skills, supporting dexterity and handwriting, and assisting with anxiety management, routine planning, and sensory integration. With her compassionate and approachable nature, Rachel focuses on building strong relationships with her clients, enabling them to maximise their potential and achieve meaningful goals.

Having qualified in 2014 with a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Essex, Rachel's professional journey spans a variety of settings within the NHS and private sector, including adult inpatient mental health services and paediatric support within school environments. She is skilled in utilising a range of standardised assessments, such as Sensory Profile, Movement ABC, MOCA, and ACE III, ensuring interventions are tailored and evidence-based.

A qualified Advanced Special Yoga Practitioner, Rachel integrates therapeutic approaches to support holistic care. She is also working towards her postgraduate Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner certification, reflecting her commitment to staying at the forefront of paediatric occupational therapy.

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.

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.

Hannah is a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist covering the South East of England. With over a decade of experience, she provides expert assessment and intervention for children aged 0–19. She works with a wide range of conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Developmental Co-ordination Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Sensory Processing Difficulties, Handwriting Challenges, Fine and Gross Motor Skill Difficulties, and Self-care Tasks such as Dressing and Feeding.

Since qualifying from Canterbury Christ Church University in 2011, Hannah has gained extensive experience in mainstream schools, specialist educational provisions, and community healthcare settings. Her work spans supporting children of all ages, with a particular focus on early years and primary school ages. She is also skilled in the assessment and provision of specialist seating and bathing equipment for children with developmental and postural needs.

In addition to her clinical work, Hannah has delivered training for parents and education staff on topics such as sensory processing and postural development. She is committed to professional growth, maintaining her skills through ongoing training, supervision, and reflective practice.

Diana is a highly experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist, serving children and young people across the West Midlands, including Birmingham and Coventry. She specialises in supporting individuals with a range of complex developmental conditions, including Autism Spectrum Condition, ADHD, Developmental Coordination Disorder, and various sensory integration and motor skills challenges. Working closely with children, families, and educational teams, Diana focuses on holistic, evidence-based therapies tailored to maximise each client's independence and functional ability in daily activities.

Diana is skilled in maintaining high-quality documentation in line with professional standards, including Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reports, referrals, and assessments. She has a proven track record in leading workshops and therapeutic groups for children, parents, and educational staff.

After graduating with a BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy from Coventry University in 2019, she has completed extensive specialised training, including postgraduate sensory integration studies at Sheffield Hallam University and autism-specific training through the National Autistic Society.

Fran is a dedicated Occupational Therapist specialising in housing & equipment, moving & handling, as well as pediatrics and sensory integration. Fran is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of her clients in North East England, North Yorkshire, and Newcastle and with over 10 years of experience, she enjoys working to help those with Neurological Conditions, Cerebral Palsy, Orthopaedic, Developmental Delays and Learning Disabilities.

Fran thrives in challenging situations, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability. She is skilled in providing effective and calm solutions to help individuals overcome obstacles and improve their overall well-being.

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.

Jennie, based in West Sussex, is a Highly Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist with a postgraduate Diploma in Sensory Integration. She has specialised in Paediatrics since 2014, and visits clients in London, Surrey, Southampton, Portsmouth, Crawley and Eastbourne. Jennie excels in treating children with Cerebral Palsy, Genetic conditions, Neuro-degenerative disorders, Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing difficulties, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Specific Learning Difficulties, and Behavioural issues. She provides comprehensive assessments, specialised interventions in school or at home, and works with children and their families to develop a clear plan for achieving goals that are meaningful to them. Jennie also leads a team of therapists, supporting their development and contributing to service improvement projects.

Jennie is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Sections for Children, Young People and Families.

With an impressive 38-year career, Sue stands as a highly experienced Occupational Therapist, specializing in pediatrics, vocational, and functional rehabilitation.

For the past 28 years, Sue has dedicated herself to pediatric care, working with children and their families across diverse regions, including the West Midlands and the South of England: Wales, Avon, Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Worcester.

Her expertise extends to a broad spectrum of conditions, such as autism, cerebral palsy, hyper-mobility, hand injuries, ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, trauma, learning disabilities, and difficulties. Sue's extensive experience underscores her commitment to providing comprehensive and impactful occupational therapy services.

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.

Gabrielle Smith is a registered Occupational Therapist with nearly a decade of experience, specialising in Paediatrics. Operating primarily in North West London, Gabrielle works with a diverse range of conditions, including Developmental Delays, Birth Defects, Cerebral Palsy, Learning Disabilities, Neurodiversity, Neurological Deficits, Hand Injuries, Spinal Cord Injuries, Burns, Amputations, and Psychiatric Conditions.

Gabrielle is passionate about paediatrics and has worked with high-risk babies and children facing developmental delays and neurological challenges. She is dedicated to assessing functional difficulties, providing tailored equipment and adaptation advice, and implementing therapeutic interventions that enhance independence and improve the quality of life for her young clients and their families. Her holistic approach emphasises collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive care and support.

Gabrielle is committed to ongoing professional development, and is registered with the HCPC and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. She has presented at several notable conferences, including the OTASA Congress in 2024, where she discussed "The Integration of Occupational Therapy into Perinatal Mental Health Care." She also presented at the Rural Health Conference in 2018, focusing on the importance of investing in rural mental health. Gabrielle’s academic contributions also include her Master’s thesis on “Access to Mental Health Services in Rural Areas: Barriers and Recommendations”.

Emma is an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist serving the West and East Midlands, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Worcestershire, including cities like Derby, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Leicester, and Nottingham. She specialises in Functional Assessments, Motor Coordination difficulties, Self-Care Skills, Handwriting, Visual Perceptual Skills, and Fine and Gross Motor Development.

Emma brings a wealth of experience in providing care for children of all ages with a wide range of diagnosed health and social care needs, including Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Developmental Delay, Down's Syndrome, Genetic Disorders, Developmental Coordination Disorder, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dedicated to helping children achieve their goals and increase their independence, she offers treatment sessions, equipment provision, assessments, and advice to families, schools, and other professionals.

To ensure she delivers care within best practice guidelines, Emma actively engages in personal and professional development through reflective practice, new practice experiences, and continuous training. She is HCPC and BOAT registered, underscoring her commitment to maintaining high standards in her practice.

Margaret is a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist based in London, with extensive experience working with children across a range of developmental and neurological conditions. She specialises in treating children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Global Developmental Delay, and Sensory Processing Difficulties. Margaret’s areas of expertise include Fine Motor Skills, Gross Motor Skills, Dexterity and Handwriting, Balance and Co-ordination, Executive Function Skills, and Self-Care Tasks.

Margaret works with children aged from birth to 18 years, specialising in Early Intervention and Early Years, and collaborates closely with extended care networks, including families, schools, and other specialists. Her holistic, family-centred approach ensures that each child’s individual needs are met through tailored interventions designed to improve their participation, independence, and overall well-being.

Margaret qualified with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Master of Occupational Therapy Practice in Australia in 2017, with additional specialist paediatric study completed during a semester in the United States. Over the years, she has worked in various clinical settings, including private allied health clinics in both regional and metropolitan Australia, as well as with local authority and NHS trusts in the UK. Throughout her career, Margaret has refined her clinical reasoning through a combination of hands-on experience, research, expert supervision, and specialist training courses.

Based in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, Maire is a highly skilled, committed, and experienced Occupational Therapist with over a decade of experience within Paediatrics. She supports children of all ages with a variety of conditions such as Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Sensory Integration Difficulties, Developmental Co-ordination Difficulties, Cerebral Palsy, and Down's Syndrome.

Throughout her career, she has worked across all areas of Paediatrics including Pre-School, Mainstream, Community and Special School allowing her to gain a comprehensive understanding of a wide range of Paediatric difficulties and diagnoses. As a result, Maire can utilise a diverse set of treatment approaches depending on the child and family needs and goals. She is a child and family-centred therapist and is passionate about helping children to reach their potential. Maire supports with the development of fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, self-care, balance, and co-ordination difficulties.

Maire has a comprehensive knowledge and skills base within the field of Paediatrics and continues to develop her clinical skills through regular post graduate training to ensure she utilises the most recent, evidence-based treatments for the children she works with.

Debbie is a specialist Speech and Language Therapist, providing expert assessment and treatment to children and young adults at home, in school, or at nursery. She visits children and their families in the London area, working collaboratively with parents and carers to ensure the child reaches their maximum potential.

Having gained experience working in the NHS and private sector, Debbie provides therapy to children of all ages with mild, moderate, and severe communication needs. She supports children with the development of speech, as well as focusing on attention, listening, and social skills. She provides fun and motivating therapy, working with a child to maximise their speech and language use and increase their independence. Therapy includes sensory stimulation, intensive interaction strategies, and building on self-esteem.

Working holistically, Debbie provides training to parents, teachers and teaching assistants so they feel confident communicating with children and young adults with additional needs. She is also a member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).

Marie is an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist visiting clients across the Midlands including Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Gloucestershire, Leicestershire, and Oxfordshire. Specialising in neurological conditions, Marie has worked with clients with a range of conditions such as cerebral palsy, Downs Syndrome, muscular dystrophy, spinal muscular atrophy, acquired brain injury, learning disability, and complex needs.

Marie has over 20 years of experience working as an Occupational Therapist in both the NHS and the private sector. Marie is used to multi-disciplinary working and works well supporting families, carers, and therapy support staff to implement treatment and rehabilitation programmes. Marie is a trained Bobath Therapist and has experience of working with children with complex therapy and equipment needs.

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.

Amanda is an expert Paediatric Occupational Therapist located just outside of Basingstoke and covers a client base across Berkshire, Hampshire, and Surrey. She has always been passionate about working with children, young people, and their families and immediately specialised in the field of Paediatrics. Now with over 15 years of experience, Amanda has remained dedicated to this field and has developed an exceptional knowledge and skill set on a wide variety of conditions and needs.

Her areas of expertise draw on her experience supporting children with autistic spectrum disorder, sensory integration difficulties, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and Down's syndrome. Amanda has worked predominantly in the community, schools, nurseries, and homes, assessing and working with individuals aged 2-19 years with OT needs.

Amanda supports child and their families with a broad range of needs including behavioural difficulties, gross and fine motor skills, dexterity and hand writing difficulties, visual perception skills, balance and co-ordination, planning and execution of activities, and self-care tasks such as dressing and feeding.

Amanda enjoys learning and is currently working towards her post graduate Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner status.

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.

Janet is a highly skilled Paediatric Occupational Therapist based in Kent, covering a client base across London and the South East of England. She has experience of working with a range of disabilities and needs including autism, Down's syndrome, cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, sensory integration difficulties, ADD/ADHD, and global developmental delay. Janet has expertise in the assessment and treatment of children of all ages, but is particularly interested in working with babies, toddlers, and primary school aged children. Janet has over 15 years of experience working in a variety of specialist areas including physical manual handling, rehabilitation, surgical aftercare, equipment provisions and major adaptations.

She has completed training in Therapeutic Listening, Saebo, Modified Constraint Therapy, Manual Handling, Perceive:Recall:Plan:Perform (PRPP) and Introduction to MAES therapy for CP children. She has most recently worked in mainstream schools and in a comprehensive early years team. She has a particular interest in Sensory Processing Difficulties and has been providing training workshops to parents specifically focusing on Managing Sensory. Janet is also a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and two of their Specialist Sections for Children, Young People and Families and Independent Practice.

Based in Cambridgeshire, Lucy provides independent Occupational Therapy assessments to clients in the areas of Cambridge, Huntingdon, Peterborough, and St. Ives, as well as Norfolk and Suffolk. She specialises in Functional Rehabilitation, Housing & Equipment, and Seating & Postural Management.

Lucy has over 20 years of experience, working with clients with a range of physical, learning, and mental health needs. She provides assessments and intervention to clients to maximise their independence, develop new skills, and build on new coping strategies to support them in their everyday life. Lucy uses the Assessment of Motor Process skills (AMPS) to guide her interventions.

Visiting clients at home, Lucy provides interventions that are based on the client's functional goals. This includes providing expert advice on specialist equipment and seating that would increase the client's independence in their own environment. Lucy is also able to deliver accredited postural care training to families and carers.

Lucy can also deliver Vocational Rehabilitation, providing support to clients who wish to return to work/find work and have physical, cognitive, and/or mental health challenges. She supports the client’s transition to a work environment, carrying out work place assessments to view the suitability of the environment and make any recommendations about adaptations that may be needed to support the person to succeed.

Rachel, an Occupational Therapist, specialises in paediatrics and handwriting assessments and treatments. Residing in Hampshire, she extends her services to the South of England. Rachel's enthusiasm for working with children is evident in her dedicated approach to creating specialist intervention programmes aimed at meeting each child's goals. She is committed to progressing and adapting programmes as needed to achieve the expected outcomes. Rachel brings experience in working with various conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Hypermobility/Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, Global Developmental Delay, Cerebral Palsy, Prader-Willi Syndrome, Williams Syndrome, Down Syndrome, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Her passion for supporting children's development underscores her commitment to delivering effective and tailored occupational therapy services.

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.

Paediatric Occupational Therapist Esther works in London with clients with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Down's syndrome, Profound and Multiple Learning disabilities, Sensory Integration difficulties to improve Fine and Gross Motor skills, Balance and Co-ordination, the Planning and execution of activities, and Self care tasks, (such as dressing, feeding and meal preparation).

Esther is passionate about improving Function through meaningful occupation and she is experienced in providing in depth assessments for individuals with complex needs, as well as creating motivating treatment plans and recommendations to address specific areas of difficulty.

Anthea is a highly specialist children's Occupational Therapist with over two decades of experience in Paediatrics, providing expert care across East Anglia, including Essex and Hertfordshire. Specialising in a wide range of conditions, she works with children facing Sensory Integration difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Gross and Fine Motor Skill Delays, Cerebral Palsy, Down’s Syndrome, Developmental Delays, Traumatic Head Injuries, ADHD, Motor Planning Issues, Attention and Concentration Difficulties, and Emotional Regulation Challenges. Anthea’s expertise lies in delivering tailored interventions that support children's independence in daily life tasks, such as self-care, school participation, and social integration.

Anthea qualified from the University of Cape Town in 2002 and has extensive experience across clinical, educational, and private sectors in South Africa, the UK, and Singapore. She holds a Masters Degree in Sensory Integration, is an accredited Bobath trained therapist, and is committed to continuous professional development through research, education, and supervision to provide the best possible care.