FUNdamentals Occupational Therapy

Get to know FUNdamentals Occupational Therapy

From FUNdamentals Occupational Therapy's website.

• Our approach

  FUNdamentals Occupational Therapy uses movement and play-based interventions tailored to each child's specific needs. After conducting a thorough evidence-based assessment, the occupational therapists create specialised movement-based programs to help children build the skills needed to overcome their challenges. Therapy sessions focus on developing fundamental skills for successful participation in all aspects of life. The service is child and family-centred, with therapists passionate about developing the whole child through intervention and education.

• Working with families

  Parents and carers are encouraged to attend and participate in all sessions. The service is family-centred and offers support with activities for home, ensuring families are equipped to continue development between appointments. The therapists work collaboratively with families to optimise each child's performance and skill development across all aspects of daily life.

• Meet the team

  Elaine Vandenbos is the Director and Paediatric Occupational Therapist. She holds a Masters of Occupational Therapy (completed 2012) and a Bachelor of Education, and graduated as DUX from Curtin University. Elaine has extensive teaching experience in primary schools across Australia and Canada before transitioning to occupational therapy. She has completed additional study in sensory integration therapy and applies this knowledge throughout her clinical work.