Shelley Occupational Therapy - OT for kids Melbourne
Rowville VIC 3178
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About Shelley Occupational Therapy - OT for kids Melbourne
Shelley OT provides occupational therapy services for children from infants to 7 years old at home, school, kindergarten, or within the community. Their evidence-based practice focuses on using play as a tool to support each family and their child's development, enhancing essential skills in motor function, school readiness, self-care, social interaction, and managing sensory challenges.
What's offered
Home or school visits
Services provided
Shelley Occupational Therapy - OT for kids Melbourne lists
- School Readiness Skills
- Helping children develop essential fine and gross motor skills, learning and play skills crucial for classroom participation, social interaction, and overall confidence.
- Sensory Support
- Sensory integration helps children better process and respond to sensory information, improving their ability to focus, engage, and participate in everyday activities, and supporting emotional regulation.
- Social and Play Skills
- Through structured games and imaginative play, helping children understand social cues, practice communication, and build confidence in interacting with peers.
Get to know Shelley Occupational Therapy - OT for kids Melbourne
From Shelley Occupational Therapy - OT for kids Melbourne's website.
Our approach
At Shelley Occupational Therapy, sessions use play as the primary tool for learning and development. The therapist creates fun, engaging activities tailored to each child's unique needs, focusing on building motor skills, confidence, and independence in everyday activities. With a child and family-centred approach, the therapy is individualised to support your child's strengths while addressing areas like fine and gross motor skills, sensory challenges, social interaction, and school readiness. Sessions foster a positive learning experience where children develop the abilities they need to thrive and participate confidently in daily life. The therapist has a particular interest in helping neurodiverse children, including those with autism and ADHD, and specialises in sensory integration and handwriting development.
Working with families
The therapist takes a child and family-centred approach, which emphasises working together with families to support each child's development. You can contact the practice via email at info@shelleyot.com.au or phone at 04 323 689 35 to discuss your child's progress and needs. Sessions are provided at home, school, kindergarten, or within the community, allowing the therapist to work within your family's natural environments and routines. This collaborative approach ensures therapy is meaningful and integrated into your child's everyday life.
Meet the team
The practice is led by Shelley Blignaut, who holds a Bachelor of Health Science in Occupational Therapy. Shelley has a strong passion for supporting neurodiverse children, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and developmental delays. She specialises in sensory integration and handwriting development, using creative and evidence-based strategies to support children's learning and development.
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