Is Child Led Therapies a registered NDIS provider?

Child Led Therapies is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. They may still support plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants — contact them to confirm.

What services does Child Led Therapies provide?

Child Led Therapies provides Occupational Therapy.

Which areas does Child Led Therapies cover?

Child Led Therapies is based in Crows Nest, NSW.

How do I connect with Child Led Therapies?

You can call +61 403 357 618 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

What does a paediatric OT actually help with?

Common areas include handwriting and fine-motor skills, sensory sensitivities, daily routines (dressing, eating, sleep), coordination, and self-regulation.

Do we need a referral?

Not to see an OT privately. A GP referral and care plan are required only to access Medicare rebates or certain funded pathways.

Can OT be funded by the NDIS?

Yes, typically under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living when it aligns with your child's plan goals.

How is OT different from physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy focuses on gross-motor movement and physical function; OT focuses on participation in everyday tasks, including fine-motor, sensory, and self-care skills.

Child Led Therapies · Occupational Therapy · Crows Nest, NSW

Our approach

Child Led Therapies uses a play-based, child-led, and family-centred approach to occupational therapy. Sessions are meaningful and enjoyable, tailored to each child's unique strengths and needs, and designed to foster independence and confidence. The therapists take a holistic and collaborative approach, working as a team with the child, caregivers, teachers, parents, and healthcare professionals. They utilise the latest research and evidence-based practices, with team members holding certifications including Ayres Sensory Integration, Sequential Oral Sensory Feeding Approach, DIR/Floortime, and other specialist training. Sessions focus on developing skills that help children participate more fully in their daily activities.

Working with families

Family involvement is central to therapy at Child Led Therapies. The team takes a collaborative approach, working as a team with the child, caregivers, teachers, parents, and healthcare professionals. Sessions can include consultations with parents, caregivers, teachers, and healthcare professionals to promote collaborative communication among your child's support team. Emily is committed to empowering and equipping caregivers through education, has completed many caregiver workshops, and shares knowledge online. Online therapy sessions also offer parent-focused sessions on what to do to manage challenges and activities to confidently support your child's development.

Meet the team

Child Led Therapies is led by Emily Lo (Director & Principal Occupational Therapist), who holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy with First Class Honours from the University of Queensland and has over 9 years of experience dedicated purely to paediatrics. The team also includes Niamh Horan (Team Leader & Senior Occupational Therapist) who graduated from the National University of Ireland Galway and has clinical experience including over two years with the NDIS, Yifat Gur (Senior Occupational Therapist) with over 10 years' experience and 11 years in educational settings, and Christy Wong (Occupational Therapist) who completed her Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Sydney. Team members hold specialist certifications including Ayres Sensory Integration, Sequential Oral Sensory Approach to Feeding, DIR/Floortime, CO-OP Approach, and Therapeutic Listening.

Your first visit

An initial consultation begins with an intake phone call during which the team will discuss your child's needs, different treatment options, and associated costs with you. An assessment is then conducted to identify your child's strengths and areas of challenge, which is used for goal setting, tailoring the intervention plan, and measuring therapy success. The assessment also provides supportive documentation when applying for funding. Consultations can include meetings with parents, caregivers, teachers, and healthcare professionals, promoting collaborative communication among your child's support team.

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