occupational therapy
Here at Orchid Allied Health, we help children engage fully in the activities that matter most to them. Through personalised assessment and intervention, we support independence, improve functional skills, and promote wellbeing in everyday life.
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SELF CARE
Self-care involves the everyday activities that help you take care of your personal health and wellbeing. Occupational therapy supports children in developing the skills, routines, and confidence needed to manage these tasks independently and safely.
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FEEDING/PICKY EATING
Our occupational therapists support children with picky eating, sensory-based feeding difficulties, and ARFID. We use gentle, evidence-based strategies to improve comfort with new foods, build positive mealtime routines, and support safe, confident eating.
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MOTOR SKILLS
Occupational therapy helps develop and strengthen both fine and gross motor skills to support children’s independence and participation in daily activities.
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EMOTIONAL REGULATION
Emotional wellbeing involves understanding, managing, and expressing feelings in a healthy way. Occupational therapy supports children and adolescents in developing these skills through tailored activities and coping strategies that enhance mental health and everyday functioning.
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COGNITIVE SKILLS
Occupational therapists support the development of cognitive and executive functioning skills by helping children and adolescents strengthen the mental processes needed to participate meaningfully in daily activities.
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SCHOOL READINESS
Occupational therapy can support children in developing important school readiness skills, including fine motor abilities, attention and concentration, emotional regulation, social interaction, and early independence with tasks like managing belongings and following routines. We tailor strategies to help each child feel confident, prepared, and ready to thrive in the classroom environment.
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SENSORY PROCESSING
Sensory processing involves how the brain receives, interprets, and responds to information from the senses. Difficulties in sensory processing can affect attention, behaviour, and participation in daily activities. Occupational therapy helps children and adolescents regulate sensory input through personalised strategies, promoting comfort, focus, and successful engagement in everyday life.
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ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT & MINOR HOME MODIFICATIONS
Occupational therapy identifies and recommends tools, devices, and changes to different environments that help overcome physical or cognitive barriers. Adaptive equipment and environmental modifications enhance safety, independence, and ease of participation in daily activities.
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SLEEP/FATIGUE MANAGEMENT
Occupational therapy supports individuals in developing routines and strategies to improve sleep quality and manage daily energy levels. By addressing factors such as bedtime routines, environment, and activity balance, our therapists help reduce fatigue, enhance rest, and promote sustained engagement in everyday tasks for better overall wellbeing.
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SOCIAL SKILLS
Occupational therapy helps children/adolescents develop effective communication, interaction, and relationship-building skills. By focusing on social cues, turn-taking, empathy, and appropriate responses, therapy supports increased confidence and meaningful participation in social and community settings.
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COMMUNITY ACCESS
Therapists work with individuals to build the skills and confidence needed to safely and independently navigate public spaces. This includes using transportation, understanding social norms, and accessing community resources, empowering greater involvement in social, educational, and recreational activities.
