Private occupational therapy in the North East

Katy has worked as an OT for over 15 years, attaining an invaluable breadth of knowledge and skill to assist children with a variety of needs. Katy works with children and their families across North East England, including Durham, Tyne and Wear, and Northumberland. She has extensive experience with both the physical and sensory needs of a child, providing bespoke and creative treatment plans.

Katy has worked with many different physical disabilities, conditions such as cerebral palsy, and acquired brain injury. In particular, she works on the development of fine and gross motor skills, helping a child to build up the strength, balance, and coordination to perform activities and maintain independence.

Alongside rehabilitation, Katy will also advise on home adaptations and equipment required to meet the child’s functional needs. For example, this could include a specialist chair or bed to assist with posture and comfort. Katy is an expert in this field, undertaking specialist training in the Chailey Approach to Postural Management.

Katy is dedicated to her continual professional development, regularly attending conferences and lectures to keep up-to-date with the most innovative research. She has completed additional qualifications in Sensory Integration and The Listening Programme, which is music-based therapy to help with mental, physical, and emotional health. Katy has also organised and delivered a range of training programmes for parents, carers, other healthcare professionals, and education staff on topics including handwriting difficulties, sensory processing, fine and gross motor skills.

Katy is a professional member of the Independent Practice section of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.

Victoria is a specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist from Chester-Le-Street in Durham. She supports children aged 0-18 years presenting with developmental, neurological and sensory processing difficulties. She works in both home and school environments across the North East of England including Newcastle and Sunderland.

With over 15 years of experience, Victoria has a vast knowledge and skill-set relating to different disabilities and conditions including autistic spectrum disorders, down's syndrome, developmental coordination disorder, cerebral palsy, ADHD, and developmental delay. She provides highly specialist assessments using a variety of standardised, non-standardised and observational assessments, depending on the individual needs of the child.

Victoria utilises both in-person and virtual therapy sessions, focusing on the areas that matter the most to the client such as fine and gross motor skills, balance and coordination, and self-care tasks. Victoria consistently demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence-based practice within her goal setting and intervention planning. She also has extensive experience of completing EHCP assessments and reports.

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.

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.

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.

Joanne is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist with almost two decades of post-graduate experience, specialising in Housing and Equipment, Functional Rehabilitation, Neurological Rehabilitation, Seating and Postural Management, and Moving and Handling. Joanne covers the North East and North West of England, as well as Scotland, including the Scottish Borders, Fife, Lothians, and Edinburgh. She is skilled in Trauma and Orthopaedics, Falls Management, Fatigue Management, Equipment and Minor Adaptations, Housing and Major Adaptations, Wheelchair Assessments, Seating and Postural Assessments, Disabled Facilities Grants, and Anxiety Management.

Joanne qualified in 2006 with distinction from Glasgow Caledonian University, and since then, she has gained a wealth of experience across healthcare, social care, and housing sectors, primarily working with adults over the age of 18 with physical conditions. As a holistic therapist, she takes into account not only the physical, motor, sensory, perceptual, and cognitive needs of clients but also their psychological and spiritual wellbeing, as well as the environmental factors that impact their ability to perform daily activities. Her interventions focus on promoting independence and enhancing the wellbeing of clients and their caregivers.

Committed to professional growth, Joanne continues to enhance her practice and is always eager to explore new learning opportunities. She is registered with both HCPC and BAOT.

Kate is a highly skilled Occupational Therapist based in Newcastle, providing expert assessments and treatment plans to help her clients live as independently as possible. She visits clients at home and in the work place across the North of England including Durham, Cumbria, and Northumberland. Kate has over 20 years of experience, helping clients in a variety of settings and with a wide range of conditions and needs.

Kate specialises in Seating & Postural Management as well as complex disability aids and adaptations. She prescribes relevant equipment to her clients depending on their individual needs as well as providing bespoke treatment programmes to support her clients in gaining independence. Kate also conducts holistic assessments and supports her clients with activities of daily living and self-care tasks.

Kate is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section for Independent Practice.

With over 15 years’ experience, Kathryn has expertise across a range of conditions and disabilities, specialising in stroke and neurological rehabilitation. Kathryn uses a range of treatments including cognitive exercises, self-care, upper limb rehabilitation, functional skills, driving, and vocational rehabilitation. She is based in Newcastle and visits clients across the North of England.

Kathryn carries out holistic assessments of a client’s needs and works closely with the client and their families to create a bespoke treatment plan and ensures every client has the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential. Kathryn focuses on a client’s ability to safely undertake daily tasks at home including cooking, dressing, and washing. She can also recommend equipment and minor adaptations to support a client’s rehabilitation and to assist with day-to-day tasks. Kathryn can support clients plan and undertake a return to work, liaising with employers to implement a suitable phased return to work and effective pacing strategies.

With over two decades of experience as a practising Occupational Therapist, Clare specialises in Moving and Handling, as well as Housing and Equipment adaptations, serving clients across North East England. She has extensive experience working with a wide range of conditions, including Brain Injury, Stroke, Spinal Injury, Motor Neurone Disease, Huntington’s Disease, Cerebral Palsy, Orthopaedic Trauma, Muscular Dystrophy, Parkinson’s disease, frailty, multiple sclerosis, dementia, amputations, Down’s Syndrome, Autism, and Learning Difficulties.

Clare's approach is client-centred, focusing on personalised solutions to enhance independence, safety, and quality of life. Her deep understanding of adaptive solutions and her ability to anticipate clients’ long-term needs make her a valuable resource for those with progressive or complex conditions.

Beyond her clinical practice, Clare has taken on supervisory roles and is a passionate educator. She served as an academic assistant at Northumbria University, focusing on Moving and Handling techniques, and continues to support the professional development of new Occupational Therapists. Clare is fully registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and is committed to delivering tailored, holistic care that empowers her clients to achieve their highest level of independence.

Based in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, Helena provides expert Occupational Therapy services across the Northeast region, including the Scottish Borders. With specialisations in Paediatrics, Functional Rehabilitation, and Neurological Rehabilitation, she offers tailored support for children, young people, and their families. Helena’s expertise encompasses daily living skills, fine motor and handwriting development, visual-motor skills, postural management, sensory regulation, and school-based therapy. She has worked extensively with a range of conditions, including Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Difficulties, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Down's Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Functional Neurological Disorder, and more.

Helena is HCPC-registered, having earned her BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy from Northumbria University in 2018. She holds additional qualifications in Sensory Integration, Kinesio UK, and Bobath therapy, further enriching her practice. Her interventions are rooted in family and client-centred care, focusing on advocacy and creative problem-solving to achieve the best outcomes. Helena is skilled in conducting assessments and developing personalised intervention plans that support young people in home, school, residential, and clinical settings.

Additionally, Helena has experience supporting stroke survivors through her work with a national charity, helping individuals achieve their maximum potential during recovery. She is a proud member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and continually seeks opportunities to expand her expertise through training, research, and engagement with professional networks.

Lynn, an Occupational Therapist, specialises in seating and postural management, holding additional qualifications in AMPS and CBT. Residing in Durham, she extends her expertise to Middlesbrough, the North East of England, North Yorkshire, Tyne and Wear, Newcastle, and Sunderland. Lynn is dedicated to assisting clients with daily living skills, community access, postural management, and addressing challenges related to learning disabilities and mental health. Her comprehensive approach encompasses tailored interventions, fostering independence and well-being. Lynn's commitment to serving diverse needs is evident in her work across various regions, ensuring individuals receive effective occupational therapy support for their unique circumstances.

Covering North East England, including Tyne and Wear, Cleveland, and Durham, Deanne delivers Occupational Therapy for adults, focusing on Moving & Handling, and Seating & Postural Management. Deanne has worked as an OT for over 10 years in many different settings, assessing and treating functional needs relating to rheumatology, orthopaedics, respiratory conditions, and elderly rehabilitation.

Deanne focuses on equipment and adaptations to maximise function and independence in a client’s own home, as well as making recommendations for future care when required. She is passionate about helping people reach their maximum potential and ensures all of her interventions are client-centred and provide positive outcomes for clients and their families.

Deanne is an experienced OT in the management of chronic long-term conditions, understanding how to manage a client’s fatigue, suggesting energy conservation techniques, improving daily living skills, and managing anxiety and stress.

Deanne is also a professional member of the Independent Practice specialist section of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.

Jennifer is an OT based in Stockton-on-Tees, visiting clients across the North of England. Jennifer specialises in Seating and Postural Management, Housing and Equipment, and Functional Rehab. She has experience helping clients with a range of conditions, with a particular interest in spinal cord injuries.

Jennifer provides comprehensive assessments, evaluating a client’s every need. She strives to improve the client’s independence at home through their ability to safely carry out self-care tasks such as washing, dressing, and eating. She can also advise on specialist wheelchair and seating options to support a client’s mobility and comfort at home and when out in the community.

As a member of the Independent Practice sector with the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, Jennifer is committed to her professional development. In particular, Jennifer has completed specialist training in sexuality following an injury or illness. So far in her career, Jennifer has worked extensively with the Armed Forces, supporting those with complex injuries by overseeing rehabilitation and return to work programmes.

Based in Yorkshire, Christine delivers independent assessments to clients at home, travelling to Goole, Bridlington and Hull. She specialises in moving & handling, rehabilitation and housing & equipment, as well as carrying out Blue Badge and mobility assessments. She has experience working in inpatient facilities and community settings within the NHS, local authorities and the private sector.

Christine works with adults with variety of physical and learning disabilities, including clients with mental health needs. Her knowledge base allows her to provide advice and support, with an aim to help her clients reach their maximum potential, maintain independence and improve their quality of life.

Christine's area of expertise is housing adaptations and equipment provision to aid daily living. She is confident in liaising with architects, building surveyors and building contractors to gain the best possible outcome for her clients. She also provides moving and handling assessments and general rehabilitation to promote independence in the home and work place.

Christine is a member of the College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Sections in Independent Practice and regularly attends conferences to maintain her professional development.

Claire is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist with over two decades of expertise, covering North West England. She specialises in Housing and Equipment, Moving and Handling, and Functional Rehabilitation, with a comprehensive skill set to address a wide range of conditions. Claire has worked with clients with a wide variety of conditions, including Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Huntington's Disease, Stroke, Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, and Learning Disabilities. Additionally, she has extensive experience supporting individuals with palliative care needs and those requiring major and minor adaptations in both domestic and commercial environments.

Claire qualified from the University of Liverpool in 2005 and has since developed strong expertise in performing complex home assessments, telephone triage, and multidisciplinary evaluations. She works closely with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create holistic, person-centred treatment plans. Claire’s passion for empowering individuals to achieve independence and improve their quality of life drives her approach to therapy, where she integrates knowledge of daily living skills, self-care, community access, and social integration to deliver optimal support.

Rebecca Collins is a highly skilled occupational therapist with a specialisation in Functional and Neuro rehabilitation. Based in Yorkshire, Rebecca brings a professional and compassionate approach to her practice. Her expertise lies in addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals recovering from Neurological conditions and injuries such as Fatigue Management, Postural Management and Activities of Daily Living.

With a wealth of experience and a profound commitment to improving the lives of her clients, Rebecca is dedicated to helping individuals regain independence and enhance their quality of life.

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.

Bethany is a dedicated and passionate Occupational Therapist with an extensive knowledge of rehabilitation, specialist equipment, and moving and handling. She supports clients with a range of physical and neurological conditions such as osteoporosis, muscular dystrophy, arthritis, autism, stroke, and learning difficulties. Bethany is located in Burton-on-Trent and visits clients across the Midlands including Birmingham, Derby, Nottingham, and Leicester.

Bethany provides specialist assessments and recommendations for clients to promote and enable independence living. She prides herself in providing in-depth and holistic assessments and treatment planning specialising in falls, frailty, moving and handling, cognitive assessment, rehab, and specialist equipment provision. Bethany particularly enjoys working with clients and their families to maintain independence in their own homes and promoting engagement in meaningful occupations.

Bethany is a committed professional who believes Occupational Therapy is an essential part to any healthcare setting and a truly client centred service that focuses on enabling and empowering people, promoting independence and positive health and well-being. She has an inbuilt creativity in approaching her clinical work that means she thrives to always find a solution to her clients’ needs.