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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 an expert Occupational Therapist with over a decade of experience in both NHS and private sector roles. She predominantly supports children and adults with learning disabilities, autism, and sensory processing difficulties. Katie is based in Halifax, West Yorkshire, and visits clients across the North-West of England including Manchester, Bradford, Huddersfield, and Leeds.

Using a person-centred approach, Katie is passionate about helping people to identify and overcome barriers; working together to recognise and reach their full potential in activities and occupations meaningful to them. Katie supports clients with a wide range of needs including behavioural difficulties, fine and gross motor skills, planning and execution skills, and self-care.

Katie has worked in various settings and undertaken several post-graduate courses to develop her practice and performance as an Occupational Therapist. She has completed Sensory Integration Levels 1-4 and is currently in the final year of her MSc in Sensory Integration.

Alongside her normal work, Katie has also volunteered in Mexico for children with cerebral palsy through a charity called MeDiCT. She is now a trustee of this charity and continues to liaise and support the team.

Based in Northern Ireland, highly skilled occupational therapist Kathy specialises in paediatric therapy. With a passion for helping children, she focuses on addressing a wide range of challenges that impact a child's development. Her expertise lie in improving sensory integration difficulties, developmental coordination disorder (DCD), behavioral difficulties, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, dexterity, handwriting difficulties, visual perception, balance and coordination, planning and execution of activities, as well as self-care tasks like dressing and feeding.

With a child-centered approach, she creates personalised treatment plans to promote optimal growth and development. Through engaging activities and evidence-based interventions, she aims to empower children to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

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.

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.

Yorkshire and Lincolnshire bases OT Sally-Ann specialises in paediatrics and sensory integration, and has a wealth of experience supporting children with complex needs across a range of conditions, including ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, Anxiety, Down's syndrome and Cerebral Palsy

Sally-Ann is a specialist in fatigue management, routine planning, daily living skills, fine and gross motor skills, behaviour management, handwriting and keyboard skills, visual perception, social integration, school-based therapy/support and anxiety management. Her expertise in these areas enable her to provide tailored interventions that address the specific needs of each child she works with.

Sally-Ann is particularly skilled in supporting children with sensory integration difficulties. She has extensive experience working with children who struggle to process and respond to sensory input, helping them to develop the skills and strategies they need to engage more fully with the world around them.

Sally-Ann is passionate about empowering children to achieve their full potential. She is skilled in developing strategies that enable children to develop independence and confidence in these areas, improving their quality of life and overall well-being.

Vikki is a Paediatric OT from Newport, working with children across Wales and the West Midlands including Cardiff, Swansea, and Bristol. She specialises in sensory integration, working with children of all ages with a variety of conditions including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia. Vikki was previously a Lead OT at a deaf inpatient service for children and adolescents, so is highly experienced in delivering specialist interventions in this field.

Visiting children of all ages at home and in schools, Vikki provides assessments and expert treatment. She has experience helping children with sensory loss, co-ordination problems, fine and gross motor skills, and handwriting. She works with schools and colleges with EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan), supporting children, families, and educations staff with any special educational needs the child has, and working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure every aspect of a child’s care is covered.

Vikki continuously develops her clinical knowledge and skillset, undertaking training in British Sign Language Level 1 and 2, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Sensory Profiling. Recently, she also completed a Train the Trainer course with Dyslexia Action and training with Dyspraxia UK.

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.

Dawn is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist based in Truro, Cornwall. She supports both adult and paediatric clients, covering key areas such as Penzance, St Ives, Falmouth, and Newquay. Dawn provides Functional Rehabilitation for clients with a wide range of conditions and injuries, helping them with daily living skills to promote independence.

Dawn has previously worked in Adult Community Mental Health Team, Inpatient Acute Assessment and Discharge, and Inpatient Palliative Care. She draws on her extensive experience working with adults to support clients with self-care tasks, mental health challenges, and to provide suitable equipment to support safety and mobility in the home.

Working with children, Dawn provides expert assessments and interventions in schools, nurseries, and their home environment. She has experience working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, Children's Community Therapy, special needs schools, mainstream schools and the community. Dawn utilises the skills she has acquired in her career so far to deliver specialist interventions and support children to reach their full potential.

Dawn also has a particular interest in sensory processing disorders and in March 2021 completed Module 1 of her Sensory Integration training.

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.

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.

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.

Jo is a physiotherapist specialising in paediatric assessments and treatment. She is based in Hillingdon, visiting children in both home and school settings across London, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire. With over ten years of experience, Jo has worked in many different settings including at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Jo delivers assessments and treatment of developmental, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions with particular expertise in complex motor disorders and neurological dysfunction. She works with children with conditions such as cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, post Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy, muscular dystrophies, developmental delay, and Down Syndrome. Jo supports children and their families with gross motor skill development, splinting, and school-based therapy.

Jo is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists and Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists and undertakes regular professional development activities to ensure her clinical knowledge and practice is up-to-date.

Jasmine is an experienced Occupational Therapist specialising in Paediatrics, Neurological Rehabilitation, and Functional Rehabilitation. She covers the West Midlands and the West and South West of England, including Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Bristol. Jasmine works with a diverse range of conditions, including Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Sensory Integration Difficulties, Brain Injury, and Stroke. Her expertise also extends to Gross and Fine Motor Skills, Dexterity, Balance, and Activities of Daily Living.

Jasmine's clinical approach is rooted in person-centred care, where the unique needs, preferences, and aspirations of each individual guide her therapeutic interventions. She employs evidence-based practice, integrating current research findings and best practices to ensure her interventions are both effective and tailored to the specific circumstances of each client.

Jasmine holds a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of the West of England, earned in 2015. She is also pursuing certification as a Sensory Integration Practitioner, having completed two foundational modules in 2023 and 2024. Her professional registrations include membership in the Health & Care Professionals Council and the British Association of Occupational Therapists. Jasmine is also member of Sensory Integration Education and a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, Specialist Section for Learning Disability.

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.

Natasha is a highly skilled occupational therapist specialising in paediatrics and sensory integration. With a passion for helping children with Sensory processing difficulties, Autism spectrum disorders, Downs Syndrome, Developmental co-ordination Disorder, dexterity and handwriting difficulties reach their full potential. Based in both London and Essex, Natasha is dedicated to providing individualised care to children with sensory processing challenges, developmental delays, and motor coordination difficulties. Through evidence-based interventions and a family-centred approach, she creates personalised treatment plans that promote independence and enhance daily functioning. With a deep understanding of child development and a commitment to ongoing professional growth, Natasha is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and their families.

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.

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.

With over 20 years of experience, Occupational Therapist Ciara specializes in pediatrics and sensory integration, serving Northern Ireland in Antrim, Armagh, Down, and Tyrone.

Ciara is dedicated to working with children and has expertise in addressing conditions such as DCD (Developmental Coordination Disorder), Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorder, Down’s Syndrome, and Learning Difficulty.

Her focus is on enhancing clients' Gross Motor Skills, Balance and Coordination, Motor Planning Skills, Fine Motor Skills, Handwriting, Visual-Motor Skills, Visual Perception Skills, and Self-Care Skills to help them reach their maximum potential.

Sam, an Occupational Therapist specializing in pediatrics, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her practice. With qualifications dating back to 1998, Samantha has continuously developed her skills and knowledge to better serve her clients.

Her extensive career has seen her work within various sectors, including the NHS, social services, education, independent practice, children's clinics, and private companies. This diverse background has equipped Sam with a broad perspective and a comprehensive understanding of pediatric occupational therapy.

Samantha has a particular focus on working with children facing various conditions, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), emotional and self-regulation challenges, sensory processing difficulties, developmental delays, genetic disorders, fatigue management, and fine and gross motor difficulties, including prewriting, handwriting, and life skills.

Known for her passion and commitment to the well-being of children, Samantha is highly skilled in the education sector, having worked in a range of both state and privately funded schools. Her dedication to professional development and continuous learning reflects her commitment to helping her clients reach their maximum potential.

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 Edinburgh, Rebecca is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist who currently visits clients across Lothian and Fife. With over 10 years’ experience, largely in the private-sector, Rebecca has a passion for working with children and their families, to provide functional and meaningful client-centred interventions. She works with children who have various diagnoses such as developmental delays, Autism, ADHD, sensory processing difficulties, visual perceptual concerns, executive functioning difficulties, behavioural difficulties, and emotional difficulties.

Rebecca works with children in an environment to suit them and their needs, whether at home or in school. Rebecca has received extensive training in Sensory Integration and has completed the comprehensive Sensory Integration Praxis Test (SIPT) certification program. Rebecca delivers comprehensive assessments and addresses functional skills including play, academics, sensory processing, activities of daily living, and vocational training.

To support therapeutic interventions, Rebecca works closely with family members and where necessary teachers, classroom staff, and other health professionals. She strives to maximise a child’s engagement and independence in all activities, both at home and school.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Andrea is a dedicated Occupational Therapist specialisng in vocational and functional rehabilitation as well as mental health. Based in Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and Sheffield, she provides valuable support to clients facing a range of challenges. Andrea works with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, distress intolerance, and autism. She enjoys working with clients who are experiencing estrangement from family, sleep difficulties, personality disorders, long-term medical conditions, and relationship difficulties. With her expertise and compassionate approach, Andrea strives to empower her clients to improve their well-being, enhance their daily functioning, and build a fulfilling life.

Isobel is a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist specialising in Paediatrics, based in the South of England, particularly covering Dorset and Southampton. She works with children with a diverse range of conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy. Isobel’s expertise encompasses enhancing fine and gross motor skills, manual dexterity, balance, and coordination, as well as addressing sensory integration and processing difficulties. Additionally, Isobel supports children in developing essential life skills, such as cooking, dressing, and personal care tasks, while fostering independence and problem-solving abilities.

Isobel has experience in conducting assessments for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and is currently completing her CLASI certification in Ayres Sensory Integration intervention. She is proficient in implementing the Interoception Curriculum and Zones of Regulation to help children understand their emotions. Her collaborative approach involves working effectively within multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring she partners with teaching staff, parents, and other professionals to achieve optimal outcomes for her clients. She is passionate about creating engaging and enjoyable therapy experiences tailored to each child's unique needs, promoting their potential and independence through functional and collaborative goal-setting.

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.

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.