Hope Kids OT - Paediatric Occupational Therapy
3A Salisbury Ave, Blackburn VIC 3130
- Clinic
- Comes to you
- Online sessions
About Hope Kids OT - Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Hope Kids OT is an award-winning Melbourne-based paediatric occupational therapy service driven by the ambition to empower children from 0-17 years to reach their full potential through every stage of their growth. We are more than a therapy clinic; we are a future-focused support team helping children grow with confidence, calm and connection, supporting children with a wide range of developmental profiles including Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Global Developmental Delay, Chromosomal Differences and Sensory Processing Challenges.
What's offered
Telehealth sessions
Home or school visits
Clinic sessions
Services provided
Hope Kids OT - Paediatric Occupational Therapy lists
- Individual Therapy
- Customised occupational therapy sessions tailored to your child's needs, including parent education to follow through at home.
- Occupational Therapy for Autism
- Specialised programs focusing on improving communication, social interactions, and sensory processing for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Occupational Therapy for ADHD
- ADHD management programs designed to provide structured support and practical techniques for better focus, impulse control, and organisation.
- School Readiness Program
- Programs preparing children for the academic demands of school by developing foundational skills including attention, concentration, and ability to follow instructions.
- School Holiday Intensives
- Intensive therapy programs during school holidays to help children enter the school environment with confidence and enthusiasm.
- Telehealth
- Remote occupational therapy services delivered online.
- Mobile Paediatric OT
- Occupational therapy services delivered at the child's home or school.
- OT Assessments
- Comprehensive assessments to determine a child's developmental strengths, challenges and therapy needs.
- Professional Reports
- Professional reports documenting assessment results, tracking progress and justifying eligibility for funding support.
- OT Sensory Assessment
- Specialised assessment of sensory processing abilities.
- Handwriting Assessment
- Assessment of handwriting skills and fine motor development.
- Fine Motor Assessment
- Assessment of fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
- Gross Motor Assessment
- Assessment of gross motor skills including balance, strength and large muscle movements.
- Functional Capacity Assessment
- Assessment of functional capacity in daily activities.
- School & Kinder Visits
- Occupational therapy support provided at school and kindergarten settings.
- School, Kinder & Childcare Consultation
- Consultation services for schools, kindergartens and childcare facilities.
- Parent and Family Workshops
- Workshops designed to support parents and families in understanding and assisting their child's development.
- External Professional Learning & Collaborations
- Professional learning and collaborative services for external professionals.
Get to know Hope Kids OT - Paediatric Occupational Therapy
From Hope Kids OT - Paediatric Occupational Therapy's website.
Our approach
Hope Kids OT uses a child-centred, play-based approach designed to meet each child's unique needs and strengths. Sessions are customised and incorporate evidence-based methods including structured play, sensory integration, and skill-building activities tailored to address specific developmental challenges. The therapy focuses on building confidence, independence and capability across areas like motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, social interaction and emotional regulation. By making learning enjoyable through engaging exercises and play, sessions aim to help children thrive in their everyday lives. Parent education is included so families can support progress at home.
Working with families
Parent involvement is central to the service—individual therapy sessions include parent education so families can continue supporting their child's progress at home. The team believes in open communication and works closely with families to create personalised plans that fit both the child and family circumstances. Staff are available to answer questions about the service and how it can benefit your child, with a commitment to helping families understand their child's needs and building a support plan together.
Meet the team
The team at Hope Kids OT consists of experienced paediatric occupational therapists supported by clinical staff. The service is led by experienced paediatric occupational therapists in Melbourne who specialise in supporting children with diverse developmental profiles including autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia, global developmental delay and sensory processing challenges. The team brings decades of clinical experience combined and operates from purpose-built therapy spaces across multiple locations in Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
Locations & areas served
Blackburn
3A Salisbury Ave, Blackburn VIC 3130
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Opening hours
- Mon–Fri
- 9 AM to 5 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Closed
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