Every child develops at their own pace and in their own way. While some children naturally acquire new skills as they grow, others may need a little extra support to participate confidently in everyday activities at home, school and in the community. Occupational Therapy can help children build the skills, confidence and strategies they need to thrive.
At Whale Shark Therapy Services, as a paediatric Occupational Therapist based in Perth, I support children and adolescents with a wide range of strengths, challenges and support needs. I provide neurodiversity-affirming Occupational Therapy for children and adolescents across Perth. Therapy is tailored to each child's unique strengths, interests and goals, helping them participate more confidently in the activities that are meaningful to them.
Whether your child has recently received a diagnosis, is experiencing challenges at school, or you're simply wondering whether they would benefit from additional support, I'm here to help.
I understand that seeking support can sometimes feel overwhelming. My aim is to make the process as straightforward, collaborative and supportive as possible.
Clinic appointments in Doubleview | Mobile home and school visits | Telehealth Australia-wide
Occupational Therapy helps children develop the skills they need to participate in everyday life.
For children, these "occupations" include things like:
Rather than focusing on a diagnosis, Occupational Therapy focuses on understanding how a child's strengths and challenges influence their participation in everyday life.
Together, we work towards practical goals that are meaningful to your child and family.
Children and adolescents may benefit from Occupational Therapy if they experience challenges with:
I frequently support Autistic children and adolescents, children with ADHD or AuDHD, developmental delays, intellectual disability and other disabilities.
Some children have a diagnosis, while others simply find certain everyday activities more challenging than expected. You don't need to wait for a diagnosis to seek Occupational Therapy support.
Every child is unique.
There isn't a "one size fits all" approach to Occupational Therapy, which is why I spend time getting to know each child, their family and what is important to them.
My approach is:
🌊 Neurodiversity-affirming – recognising and respecting each person's unique strengths, needs and way of experiencing the world.
🤝 Relationship-focused – taking the time to build genuine connections and work collaboratively with individuals, families and other members of the support team.
🧠 Evidence-informed – combining current research, clinical experience and your lived experience to guide therapy.
💙 Individualised – tailoring therapy to each person's goals, strengths and everyday life, because no two people are the same.
🏡 Flexible – offering clinic appointments in Doubleview, mobile home and school visits across Perth, and telehealth appointments Australia-wide.
🎯 Meaningful – focusing on practical strategies that support participation, confidence and independence in everyday activities.
I believe the best outcomes happen when therapy is built around the person, not the diagnosis.
Therapy is always individualised and guided by each child's interests, strengths and goals.
Depending on your child's needs and goals, therapy may support:
Recommendations are always practical and designed to support participation across home, school and community environments.
Assessments provide valuable information about your child's strengths, current skills and support needs. This information helps guide recommendations and develop a therapy plan tailored to your child's goals.
Depending on your child's goals, assessments may include:
Following the assessment, I provide practical recommendations and, where appropriate, therapy to support your child's goals.
Starting school is a significant milestone for children and families.
My school readiness screening is designed for children entering Kindergarten or Pre-primary and helps identify whether they have the foundational skills needed to participate confidently in school.
The screening looks at areas including:
All activities are completed through fun, play-based tasks that help children feel comfortable and engaged.
Following the assessment, you'll receive feedback about your child's strengths and any areas where additional support may be helpful before starting school.
Occupational Therapy reports can help families, schools and funding bodies better understand a child's strengths, support needs and functional capacity.
I can provide reports and recommendations for:
Recommendations are practical, individualised and designed to support your child across home, school and community environments.
Participation in the community plays an important role in children's wellbeing, confidence and development.
For many children, particularly those with ADHD, regular physical activity can support attention, executive functioning, emotional regulation and overall wellbeing.
Together, we explore activities that align with your child's interests, strengths and sensory preferences - whether that's swimming, martial arts, climbing, dance, bushwalking, individual sports or team activities.
The goal isn't simply to find another after-school activity. It's to help your child discover activities they genuinely enjoy, feel confident participating in and can continue over time.
I can assist families by gathering evidence and preparing documentation that accurately reflects a child's functional capacity and everyday support needs.
This may include:
Where appropriate, I also collaborate with GPs, paediatricians, schools, psychologists and other members of your child's support team.
Getting started with Occupational Therapy doesn't have to feel overwhelming.
The first appointment is about getting to know your child, understanding your concerns and discussing what you'd like to achieve.
Depending on your child's needs, this may include observations, informal activities, standardised assessments or simply spending time building rapport.
From there, we'll work together to develop a therapy plan that is practical, meaningful and tailored to your child's individual goals.
Whether you're looking for an assessment, ongoing therapy, support with school participation or guidance navigating funding and applications, I'd love to hear from you.
If you're unsure whether Occupational Therapy is the right fit, please get in touch. I'm always happy to answer your questions and discuss how I may be able to help.
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