OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Occupational therapy focuses on helping individuals develop or maintain the skills needed for daily living and working. It addresses physical, cognitive, sensory, and emotional challenges to help individuals to gain independence and confidence. Occupational therapy plays a crucial role in promoting well-being and participation in all aspects of life through personalised interventions to build essential skills such as fine motor coordination, visual-motor integration, self-care routines, and sensory processing.
Meet Our Occupational therapist - mai
Mai joins us with over 8 years’ experience in paediatrics, CAMHS, schools, and the community plus 3 years experience working with children with sensory needs.
Mai will work collaboratively with parents to ensure that every child receives the tailored support they need to boost their confidence, independence, and participation in school, at home, and in the community.
Fine & Motor Skills
Fine motor skills help with tasks that require precise hand coordination such as tying shoelaces, and manipulating small objects like buttons. Visual motor skills help the coordination between the eyes and hands to perform tasks such as catching a ball, drawing, or cutting along a line.
Handwriting Skills
Handwriting requires the integration of both fine motor and visual skills. This helps individuals develop the ability to hold a writing instrument correctly and produce clear, well-formed handwriting, which is essential for effective communication and academic success.
Sensory Processing
Helping the brain understand the surrounding world processing by interpreting sensory information such as sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste. This enables us to interact effectively with our surroundings, make decisions, and navigate the world safely and efficiently.
Self Care
Learning important ways to grow and develop independence involves mastering daily self-care activities such as brushing teeth, getting dressed, and washing hands. These skills are fundamental for building self-sufficiency and confidence in children and individuals as they navigate through life.