What does an OT session actually look like?

It's not sitting at a desk doing worksheets. Sessions are built around play, movement, and hands-on activities — climbing, building, sensory play, handwriting tasks — chosen to target the specific skills your child needs.

Is occupational therapy only for children with a diagnosis?

No. Many children we see don't have a formal diagnosis. Struggling with movement, handwriting, self-care, or emotional regulation is reason enough to get an assessment.

What's the difference between occupational therapy and physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy focuses on physical movement and rehabilitation. Occupational therapy is broader — fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, handwriting, and visual-motor skills, all aimed at helping a child function fully in daily life.

How long does a typical therapy session last?

Sessions run for 1 hour, which includes time at the end for feedback with parents.

Can I be present during my child's therapy sessions?

Yes, parents are welcome to observe and participate. Carry-over at home matters for progress, so seeing what's done in session — or learning the strategies yourself — is always encouraged.

Do you offer home therapy services?

Yes, but with limited availability. We generally recommend sessions at our centre, since the rooms are purpose-built with the equipment OT needs.

How do I know whether my child needs OT?

A few common signs: struggling with handwriting, seeming clumsy or avoiding physical play, getting overwhelmed by everyday sounds, textures, or environments, or being behind on self-care skills like dressing or feeding themselves. If any of this sounds familiar, it's worth getting an assessment — it doesn't commit you to anything, it just tells you where your child stands.

What does an OT session actually look like?

It's not sitting at a desk doing worksheets. Sessions are built around play, movement, and hands-on activities — climbing, building, sensory play, handwriting tasks — chosen to target the specific skills your child needs.

Is occupational therapy only for children with a diagnosis?

No. Many children we see don't have a formal diagnosis. Struggling with movement, handwriting, self-care, or emotional regulation is reason enough to get an assessment.

What's the difference between occupational therapy and physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy focuses on physical movement and rehabilitation. Occupational therapy is broader — fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, handwriting, and visual-motor skills, all aimed at helping a child function fully in daily life.

How long does a typical therapy session last?

Sessions run for 1 hour, which includes time at the end for feedback with parents.

Can I be present during my child's therapy sessions?

Yes, parents are welcome to observe and participate. Carry-over at home matters for progress, so seeing what's done in session — or learning the strategies yourself — is always encouraged.

Do you offer home therapy services?

Yes, but with limited availability. We generally recommend sessions at our centre, since the rooms are purpose-built with the equipment OT needs.

How do I know whether my child needs OT?

A few common signs: struggling with handwriting, seeming clumsy or avoiding physical play, getting overwhelmed by everyday sounds, textures, or environments, or being behind on self-care skills like dressing or feeding themselves. If any of this sounds familiar, it's worth getting an assessment — it doesn't commit you to anything, it just tells you where your child stands.

Give Your Child the Skills to Thrive with Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy helps children understand their body and how it responds to the world around them — building the strategies they need to participate and learn fully, wherever they are.

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Why Us

Why Choose Us for Occupational Therapy?

Creative & Play-Based

One Coordinated Team

Certified & Experienced

Sensory play and hands-on activities, not clinical drills.

We Involve You

Observe and take part in sessions — we'll teach you strategies to carry over at home.

If your child also sees us for speech therapy, psychology, or in one of our programmes, those therapists work together on one plan — not separate, disconnected goals.

Purpose-Built Gyms

Spacious, welcoming and well-equipped spaces designed for movement-based OT work.

AHPC-registered therapists with years of hands-on paediatric experience, not just paper qualifications.

Free Initial Consultation

Talk through what you're concerned about before committing to anything.

What Our Occupational Therapy Helps With

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Emotional & Sensory Regulation

For children who struggle to self-calm in stressful or emotionally challenging situations — sometimes mistaken for "behaviour problems."

Visual-Motor & Visual-Perceptual Skills

Helping a child make better sense of what they see, and coordinate their eyes and hands to read and write.

Handwriting

Movement Skills

Movement is complex — combining fine-motor skills and hand-eye coordination. We build these based on each child's own strengths and weaknesses.

Self Care Skills

Dressing, toileting, feeding, and other daily tasks that build a child's independence and confidence.

Neater, more confident handwriting doesn't have to be a battle — we work on posture, muscle strength, and letter formation.

The Journey

What to Expect: From Assessment to Discharge

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Initial Consultation

Get in touch to schedule a free consultation. We'll take the time to understand your child's difficulties before advising on the best course of action.

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Assessment

We assess the areas your child is struggling with — sensory, motor, handwriting, self-care, or visual-motor — and build a plan around it.

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Regular Sessions

Sessions are scheduled at your convenience, with time slots reserved for children on regular therapy.

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Progress & Discharge

We monitor progress and keep you constantly updated. Children who reach their longer term goals are discharged from therapy.

My son had been going to Bernard at Dinosaur for over 12 months. I have found Bernard to be very knowledgeable, engaging, patient, and responsive to feedback. Importantly, he has been willing to liaise with the school and other support services to ensure the best intervention.

Christina S.K.

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Give Your Child the Skills to Thrive with Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy helps children understand their body and how it responds to the world around them — building the strategies they need to participate and learn fully, wherever they are.

Why Choose Us for Occupational Therapy?

What Our Occupational Therapy Helps With

What to Expect: From Assessment to Discharge

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an OT session actually look like?

Is occupational therapy only for children with a diagnosis?

What's the difference between occupational therapy and physiotherapy?

How long does a typical therapy session last?

Can I be present during my child's therapy sessions?

Do you offer home therapy services?

How do I know whether my child needs OT?

Talk to Us and Get Started Today

Early Intervention Centre

Give Your Child the Skills to Thrive with Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy helps children understand their body and how it responds to the world around them — building the strategies they need to participate and learn fully, wherever they are.

Why Choose Us for Occupational Therapy?

What Our Occupational Therapy Helps With

What to Expect: From Assessment to Discharge

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an OT session actually look like?

Is occupational therapy only for children with a diagnosis?

What's the difference between occupational therapy and physiotherapy?

How long does a typical therapy session last?

Can I be present during my child's therapy sessions?

Do you offer home therapy services?

How do I know whether my child needs OT?

​Talk to Us and Get Started Today

Early Intervention Centre

Talk to Us and Get Started Today