Supporting your child...
As an occupational therapist and teacher I will be able to support your child in their 'doing' both at school and at home.
I am Makaton trained, and have experience of working with a variety of needs including children with autism, down’s syndrome, ADHD, and DCD. I am also happy to link with your child’s school as appropriate and to working with your child in your local community.
The following are typical areas in which I can offer support:
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Assessing of sensory needs
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Autism awareness - What does being autistic mean to me?
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Setting up of a sensory space at home
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Liaising with school to ensure that your child's needs are being met - providing training to teacher assistants where possible
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Putting together a sensory circuit that will help your child to self-regulate throughout the day
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Transitioning from nursery, infant, primary, and secondary school
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School based support needs assessment
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Building a functional daily routine
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Acquiring functional skills in dressing, personal care, and use of a knife and fork
Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss whether the support I can offer is appropriate for your child. I will also offer a free consultation meeting prior to starting a treatment programme.