Planted Parenting

Get to know Planted Parenting

From Planted Parenting's website.

• Our approach

  Planted Parenting is a neuroaffirming occupational therapy service that meets families where they are, with flexibility built into every session. The practice believes all brains are welcome exactly as they are—whether neurotypical or neurodivergent—and sessions adapt in the moment to individual needs, whether that means dimming lights, adjusting the room, or shifting the intensity of work. The approach is grounded in understanding the 'why' behind challenging behaviours, informed by FASD principles, and focused on building healthy family attachment so everyone can feel rooted in themselves and connected to those around them. Rather than fixing or medicating, the philosophy celebrates neurodiversity and helps children and families thrive by building self-advocacy skills and learning to love their unique neurotype. Sessions combine practical occupational therapy strategies with curiosity, compassion and clinical expertise, tailored continuously to what each person needs in that moment.

• Working with families

  Every family member is genuinely included in the engagement process—the entire family becomes part of the partnership, not just the child receiving direct support. The practice communicates directly and clearly about needs, and actively involves parents and carers in understanding their child's neurotype and exploring practical strategies together. The Embrace Program specifically offers optional sessions where partners or friends can be involved to support your journey toward thriving. Regular communication focuses on empowering parents to feel confident, understand their child's needs, and make the most of available support, with a commitment to helping families become advocates for themselves and their children.

• Meet the team

  Planted Parenting was founded and is led by Trish, the Principal Occupational Therapist and Director, who holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from La Trobe University, is registered with AHPRA, and is a member of Occupational Therapy Australia. Trish brings two decades of continuously evolving clinical experience, personal lived experience as a late-diagnosed ADHDer, and deep expertise in neurodiversity, FASD-informed practice, and family attachment. The podcast "OT for Two" features Trish alongside co-host Jayne Neilson, a Music and Primary Teacher and Director of Fiddlesticks Performing Arts, who brings complementary expertise on music's role in emotional and self-regulation. The practice operates with a commitment to clinical excellence, accessibility, and genuine investment in each family's wellbeing and growth.