Occupational Therapy Darwin
Therapeutic Models in Darwin
- Astronaut Program
- Therapeutic Listening
- Wilbarger Brushing Program
- Interactive Metronome
- Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance
- DIR Floortime ®
Occupational Therapy for Children
Occupational therapy focusses on people with physical, sensory and cognitive disabilities to help them be independent as much as possible.
A child’s occupation is mainly playing and learning, we evaluate and manage skills for playing, school performance and daily activities and manage these to cope developmentally with their age.
In these performance areas, our occupational therapists help improve their:
- physical,
- cognitive,
- sensory,
- motor skills,
- behaviour,
- social skills,
- self-esteem and
- sense of accomplishment.
In our Darwin & NT therapy locations, we specialise in:
- Sensory Integration Approach
- Developmental Play Approach
Occupational Therapy for Adults
Occupational therapists working with adults provide intervention with the aim to improve, maintain or prevent loss of independence and function.
This can be completed through equipment provision, development of exercise programs and adaption with the practice of techniques.
Occupational therapists cover a wide range of different conditions and are capable of providing interventions for:
- sensory,
- mental health,
- cognitive,
- social and
- physical limitation.
In Darwin, we can treat a mixture of different functional levels from independent to fully assisted within daily activities and work with a client-centred approach to therapy, to ensure the outcome is as meaningful as possible for our clients.
My specific areas of experience and training:
- Cognitive orientation to occupational performance approach (not certified however still able to use this approach)
- Fine motor & hand therapy principles (excludes splinting)
FAQs
What is occupational therapy?
Occupational therapy helps adults and children to independently take part in activities including work or school, hobbies, and play.
What happens during occupational therapy?
Occupational therapy involves assessments to understand your limitations, plus advice, equipment, and techniques to help you do more.
How do I know if my child needs occupational therapy?
Your child may benefit if they have difficulty with physical activities or sensory difficulties.
What happens in an occupational therapy assessment?
We’ll look at factors including mobility, strength, and fine motor skills to determine your or your child’s needs.
Occupational Therapy Blogs
Read the articles below to learn more about occupational therapists, how to determine if you or your child needs occupational therapy and how it can help you.
How To Know If Your Child Needs Therapy
It’s normal for children to experience social troubles, moodiness and emotional episodes throughout their development. However, where these experiences are coupled with personality changes or
When Does A Child Need Occupational Therapy?
Children love to play and learn in the environment around them. They are happiest when they can connect with others and do things independently in
How Occupational Therapy in Darwin Can Help You
People are often confused about the difference between Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy. There are a few cross overs in both fields where they both
8 Traits of Great Occupational Therapists
Occupational therapy is designed to help patients who are suffering from illnesses or who are recovering from surgery, showing them ways to carry on living
Do I Need Occupational Therapy?
An occupational therapist is there when you need assistance with a variety of different physical problems. You may begin your treatment as an inpatient, or
Our full range of services in Darwin & across the NT include:
Speech & Language Therapy
We provide a range of services to help recognise and treat speech delays and other issues for children and adolescents alike.Occupational Therapy
- DIR Floortime
- Astronaut Program
- Alert Program
- Therapeutic Listening Program
- Brain Gym
- Sensory Integration Principles
- Aquatic Therapy
Psychology & Counselling
We have a team of trained psychologists who will help with everything from couples and relationship counselling, anxiety and depression to trauma and post traumatic stress.Physiotherapy
We have trained professionals to help with physiological issues such as toe walking, stiff neck, torticollis and more.Expressive Arts Psychotherapy
We’ll help your child through play therapy, which implements the use of play and toys to help children process and understand their world.Speech & Language Therapy
We provide a range of services to help recognise and treat speech delays and other issues for children and adolescents alike.Occupational Therapy Models
- DIR Floortime
- Astronaut Program
- Alert Program
- Therapeutic Listening Program
- Brain Gym
- Sensory Integration Principles
- Aquatic Therapy
Psychological Services
We have a team of trained psychologists who will help with everything from anxiety and depression to trauma and post traumatic stress.Physiotherapy services
We have trained professionals to help with physiological issues such as toe walking, stiff neck, torticollis and more.Expressive Arts Psychotherapy
We’ll help your child through play therapy, which implements the use of play and toys to help children process and understand their world.Workshops & Support Groups
- Hanen
- Key Word Signing
- 123 Magic and Emotion Coaching
- Circle of Security Parenting Program
- Meltdowns vs Behaviour
- Amazing Articulation
- Getting to know you
- Self-Care Skills and Building independence
- How to be a Playmate
- Mealtimes Matter
- Beyond Words
- Developing Language through Play
- Sensory Processing? What is it?
