KiddOTherapy

Get to know KiddOTherapy

From KiddOTherapy's website.

• Our approach

  KiddOTherapy uses play to engage children and encourage their participation while working towards individualised goals. Sessions are designed to be fun and engaging, with occupational therapists working closely with children and families to set meaningful goals and develop a personalised treatment plan. The approach supports the development of gross motor, fine motor, sensory processing, regulation, cognition and social skills. Therapists help children develop existing skills and learn new ones in the places where they need them most—at home, school and in the community—by collaborating with parents, teachers and other health professionals to ensure consistency in the strategies being used.

• Working with families

  Parents and carers are central to the therapy process at KiddOTherapy. Occupational therapists work closely with families to set goals, provide education and support that makes daily life easier, and communicate regularly about progress and strategies. Therapists work with parents and teachers to ensure that strategies recommended are being used consistently at home and school, recognising that children develop skills best in the places where they need them most. Regular consultation and therapy with your occupational therapist addresses both long-term goals and immediate family needs.

• Meet the team

  The team is led by occupational therapists who work with children and families to set meaningful goals and provide therapy support. The practice is owned and founded by Sharleen Fazekas. Therapists have a long history of working with children in both acute settings and the community, and they collaborate closely with other health professionals, medical teams and schools to ensure children receive the best possible care. The team is comprised of registered NDIS occupational therapists who support children with a wide range of needs, from physical disabilities to developmental delays and sensory processing difficulties.

• Your first visit

  At a first appointment, you and your occupational therapist will work together to set individualised goals and form a treatment plan that suits your child's needs. An assessment and evaluation is conducted to understand your child's strengths and areas requiring support, taking into account their diagnosis, developmental stage and family circumstances. This initial consultation establishes a clear direction for therapy and ensures that the goals set are meaningful and achievable. The therapist will gather information about your child's daily activities and participation in school, home and community settings to create a comprehensive plan.