Meaningful Activities Prospect Clinic

Get to know Meaningful Activities Prospect Clinic

From Meaningful Activities Prospect Clinic's website.

• Our approach

  Meaningful Activities uses a neurodiversity-affirming, person-centred approach grounded in occupational therapy models such as the Person-Environment-Occupation (PEO) model and the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO). Therapists work with individuals to understand how personal factors, environment, and meaningful activities interact, helping them develop strategies to engage in occupations that matter to them across home, school, work, and community settings. Sessions focus on identifying each person's unique strengths and abilities while supporting their participation in everyday activities like self-care, sleep, work, school, leisure, and social pursuits. The approach celebrates neurodiversity and recognises that living with diverse abilities or health conditions may influence engagement in daily life, and therapy is tailored accordingly.

• Working with families

  Communication with families is central to the approach, with initial consultations involving parents or guardians in discussions about their child's activities, strengths, interests, and goals. The service delivers collaborative care, working closely with families and caregivers alongside other professionals to create a supportive environment that extends beyond therapy sessions. Therapy services are provided in settings meaningful to families, including home, school, childcare, and the community, making it easier for parents to be involved in their child's therapy journey.

• Meet the team

  The team consists of seven qualified occupational therapists and one allied health assistant. Alex, the director and occupational therapist, specialises in neurodivergent individuals, brain injuries, stroke, and psychosocial disabilities. Katrina focuses on early childhood intervention and psychosocial disabilities using a client-centred approach. Carol brings experience with neurological conditions, brain injuries, and autism, delivering neuro-affirming care. Amber supports neurodivergent children and adolescents with trauma-informed practice. Emma works with children, adolescents, and adults on emotional regulation and daily living skills. Cara specialises in working with young children through a playful, relationship-based approach. Shae, the allied health assistant, helps clients discover their interests and strengths while supporting fulfilling activities.

• Your first visit

  Initial consultations can take place via phone or home visits and involve a discussion with you and your child's occupational therapist about how your child engages in day-to-day activities, their strengths, interests, challenges, and goals. The therapist gathers information to understand your family's needs and priorities. Following this consultation, a personalised therapy plan is created that caters to your child's unique needs and circumstances. The process is collaborative from the start, designed to guide you through the pathway to support.