A pediatric occupational therapist is a healthcare professional who specialises in working with children to enhance their ability to participate in everyday activities or occupations. The primary goal of pediatric occupational therapy is to help children develop the skills they need to grow into functional, independent, and successful individuals.

If you have concerns about your child's development, behaviour, or ability to participate in everyday activities, it may be appropriate to consider consulting with an occupational therapist.

Occupational therapists (OTs) play a valuable role in supporting autistic children or those with developmental delays. They focus on promoting independence and enhancing the child's ability to participate in daily activities. The goal of occupational therapy is to empower children with developmental delays, including those on the autism spectrum, to engage in meaningful activities and reach their highest level of independence. The interventions are typically individualized based on the child's specific challenges and strengths, and therapy may take place in various settings, including schools, clinics, or home environments.

At Neu Kids, we believe that all of our support services should be play-based, fun and functional. When your Occupational Therapist is working with your child, it may just look like games and play, but each activity is designed with the individualised goals and interests of your child at the forefront of the session.