Neuronirvana Paediatric Occupational Therapy

Get to know Neuronirvana Paediatric Occupational Therapy

From Neuronirvana Paediatric Occupational Therapy's website.

• Our approach

  Neuronirvana's approach is grounded in celebrating neurodiversity and focusing on each child's strengths rather than trying to fix differences. Sessions are evidence-based and family-centred, with therapy delivered flexibly in home, school, clinic, or telehealth settings based on what works best for your child. The therapist uses strategies like strengths-based play, emotional regulation support, sensory exploration, and practical skill-building tailored to your child's interests and needs. You'll work closely with the therapist to set meaningful goals that reflect your family's priorities, and strategies are shared to help you support your child in everyday life. Your presence in sessions is important, as the therapist uses your insights to adapt and personalise the support.

• Working with families

  Family involvement is central to the service—your presence in sessions is expected as part of the family-centred approach, allowing you to share concerns and goals so therapy can be tailored to your child's and family's needs. The therapist maintains open communication and shared decision-making, empowering you with practical strategies and education to support your child's growth in everyday life. Regular progress reviews happen at the end of each block of therapy, where you reflect together on what has been most helpful and decide next steps collaboratively. If session times conflict with work or other commitments, alternative collaboration methods can be discussed, such as follow-up phone calls or parent coaching sessions.

• Meet the team

  Maryam Karami is a registered occupational therapist with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Practice (Honours) from Monash University. She is trained and qualified in supporting neurodivergent children including those with autism, PDA profile, ADHD, Down syndrome, and global developmental delay. Her specialist training includes Collaborative and Proactive Solutions, occupational performance coaching, understanding proximal senses (tactile, vestibular, proprioceptive, interoceptive), DIR floor time, trauma-sensitive practice, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches. She is also qualified in first aid, CPR, and handwriting assessment and intervention.

• Your first visit

  Your first appointment is a 90-minute parent-only intake consultation (or split across two sessions) focused on gathering information about your child's background, strengths, and support needs. The therapist will ask about your family's priorities and discuss what outcomes matter most to you. After this, you'll be invited to an observation and goal-setting session where the therapist meets your child, conducts informal observations and assessments, and works with you to set functional, family-centred goals. Following that, a personalised Occupational Therapy Support Plan is developed, and you'll collaborate with the therapist to schedule a block of sessions aligned with your child's goals and available funding.