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Little Buds Occupational Therapy

27-33 Woods St, Beaconsfield VIC 3807

  • Clinic
  • Comes to you
  • Online sessions
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About Little Buds Occupational Therapy

Little Buds Paediatric Occupational Therapy is a mobile paediatric practice servicing South East Melbourne. They see the best in your child and build skills & confidence so that they thrive, learn, and enjoy life's challenges.

What's offered

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Home or school visits

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Little Buds Occupational Therapy lists

Occupational Therapy Sessions
Individual OT sessions covering motor skills, body & self-awareness, writing & school skills, visual perceptual & auditory processing, brain integration, activities of daily living, play & social skills, attention & concentration, sensory processing, and primitive reflexes.
Speech Pathology Sessions
Speech & language skills, literacy, fluency, alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), feeding & swallowing, and visits to childcare, kinder, school, or home.
Assessments
Occupational therapy and speech pathology assessments.
Therapy Assistant Program
Therapy assistants deliver therapy plans to children under the guidance of occupational therapists.
School Success Group
Small therapy group for children experiencing similar difficulties.
Girls Club
Small therapy group for girls.

Get to know Little Buds Occupational Therapy

From Little Buds Occupational Therapy's website.

  • Our approach

    The approach is built on seeing the best in each child and building skills and confidence so they thrive, learn, and enjoy life's challenges. Sessions address a wide range of areas including motor skills, body and self-awareness, writing and school skills, visual-perceptual and auditory processing, brain integration, activities of daily living, play and social skills, attention and concentration, sensory processing, and self-regulation. The practice is mobile, delivering therapy in homes, schools, kindergartens and community settings based on what is needed to support each family. Services include individual occupational therapy sessions, therapy assistant programs under OT guidance, small therapy groups for children with similar difficulties, and private consultations with senior OTs for parents seeking guidance on developmental concerns.

  • Working with families

    Parents are invited to join the waitlist and contact the practice with questions and concerns about their child's needs. The practice encourages communication and discussion, welcoming parents to reach out to discuss their child's needs and any concerns they have. Private consultations are specifically offered for parents who see their children struggling or developing at a different pace to their peers. Comprehensive reports and recommendations are provided to parents, along with therapy resources they can use immediately with their child, and these reports can be shared with teachers, GPs and other professionals as needed.

  • Meet the team

    The team includes Kat Peters as Director, Mentor and OT; Emma as OT and Clinical Team Leader; Taya as OT and Student Coordinator; Ebony as OT and Groups Coordinator; Hayley as OT and Learning Coordinator; Emily as Speech Pathologist; Amy as Occupational Therapy Assistant; and Mark as Practice Manager. The website indicates this is a team of like-minded individuals sharing the goal of making a difference in children's lives, though specific qualifications and years of experience for individual team members are not detailed on the provided pages.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Little Buds Occupational Therapy a registered NDIS provider?

Little Buds Occupational Therapy is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Little Buds Occupational Therapy provide?

Little Buds Occupational Therapy provides Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy.

Which areas does Little Buds Occupational Therapy cover?

Little Buds Occupational Therapy is based in Beaconsfield, VIC and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask Little Buds Occupational Therapy which areas they cover online.

How do I connect with Little Buds Occupational Therapy?

You can call +61 493 595 548, email them and visit their website.

Do I need a referral to see a speech pathologist?

No referral is needed to see one privately. You only need a GP referral if you want to access Medicare rebates or are going through certain funded pathways.

Is speech therapy covered by the NDIS?

It can be, usually under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living, if it aligns with your child's plan goals. Check your plan or ask your support coordinator.

At what age should we see a speech pathologist?

There's no "too early." If you have concerns about your child's talking or understanding at any age, an assessment can clarify whether support would help.

How long are sessions and how many will we need?

Session length varies between clinics and services, so check it with the provider when you book. The number depends on your child's goals; the pathologist will recommend a plan after the initial assessment.

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