iShine Children's Occupational Therapy provides paediatric OT services for children between the ages of 3-12 years in Perth, Western Australia.
CRAIGIE WA 60251 service
In-person AHPRA verified
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About iShine Children's Occupational Therapy
iShine Children's Occupational Therapy provides paediatric OT services for children between the ages of 3-12 years in Perth, Western Australia. They are a mobile therapy service that comes to children at school, home, or in the community to support them in practicing and learning new skills in their natural environments. They work closely with parents, carers, educators, and other allied health practitioners to ensure clients achieve their meaningful goals.
A therapy that helps children and adults develop the everyday skills needed for daily life — from dressing, writing and play to sensory processing and school participation. Occupational therapists assess what is getting in the way and design practical strategies to build independence and confidence.
Individual Therapy Sessions
One-on-one therapy tailored to an individual's specific goals and needs. Delivered by a qualified therapist, individual sessions provide a private, focused space to work through personal challenges at a pace that suits the person.
Parent & Carer Coaching Sessions
Mobile consultative sessions in home or online designed to empower families to develop functional, practical, and personalised strategies. Also offered within schools to collaborate with teachers.
School Readiness Screenings
Screenings for kindy and pre-primary student groups to assess readiness for school.
Functional Capacity Assessments
A comprehensive assessment — typically conducted by an occupational therapist or allied health professional — that evaluates how a person's disability or health condition affects their ability to carry out daily tasks. The report is used to determine NDIS funding needs and plan appropriate supports.
Workshops & Presentations
Information sessions and presentations for schools and paediatric businesses to upskill staff on supporting student participation.
Get to know iShine
Our approach
iShine uses play-based, child-led, neuroaffirming, and evidence-based approaches to support children's development and participation in meaningful activities. Sessions are provided in natural environments including the home, school, and community, allowing children to practice and learn new skills where they'll use them most. The focus is on developing specific areas such as fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing, self-regulation, self-care, and social skills. Parents and carers are valued as experts in their child's life, and the service works collaboratively with families and educators to ensure children achieve their goals and reach their full potential.
Working with families
Parents and carers are recognised as the true experts in helping their child reach their potential, and the service offers dedicated parent and carer coaching sessions to empower families with functional, practical, and personalised strategies. Coaching sessions are available in your home, online, or within schools where therapists collaborate with teachers to problem-solve and find suitable strategies based on your child's needs. The service works closely with parents, carers, educators, and other allied health practitioners in a collaborative partnership to ensure meaningful goals are achieved, with classroom observations and teacher consultations offered as part of the holistic support approach.
Meet the team
Kimeshni Varsani (Kimi) is the Senior Occupational Therapist and Director, holding a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Curtin University with 10 years of clinical experience working with children with developmental and learning difficulties across private, NDIS, and community settings. Kimi has extensive expertise in assessment, intervention, school readiness screening, functional capacity assessments, and assistive technology, and has worked in leadership roles mentoring other occupational therapists. Kimi has completed additional training in handwriting intervention, feeding approaches, neuro-affirming practice, toilet training, sensory processing, coaching, reflex integration, and diagnosis-specific areas, and maintains current registrations with AHPRA, Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening, Medicare, and professional bodies.
Your first visit
The initial appointment includes a comprehensive and individualised assessment of your child's development, tailored to their specific needs and the reason for referral. Assessments are offered face-to-face in your home, school, or community setting, or online depending on what suits your situation best. The assessment evaluates areas such as fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, visual perception, sensory processing, self-regulation, self-care, executive function, emotional regulation, and social skills. Following the assessment, the occupational therapist will work with you to identify meaningful goals and develop a plan to support your child's progress.
Is iShine Children's Occupational Therapy a registered NDIS provider?
iShine Children's Occupational Therapy 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 iShine Children's Occupational Therapy provide?
Which areas does iShine Children's Occupational Therapy cover?
iShine Children's Occupational Therapy is based in CRAIGIE, WA.
How do I connect with iShine Children's Occupational Therapy?
You can visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.
What ages does iShine Children's Occupational Therapy work with?
iShine works with children between 3 and 12 years of age.Based on iShine Children's Occupational Therapy's website
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.
