Occupational Therapy
Our occupational therapists build the everyday skills that help children take part at home, at kinder and school, and in the community.
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Occupational therapy helps children with the everyday “occupations” of childhood: playing, learning, looking after themselves and taking part at home, kinder and school. A child OT looks at the skills behind these activities, such as hand strength and coordination, body awareness, sensory processing, planning and regulation.
Paediatric occupational therapy at Scribble is play-based and practical. Your child might climb, swing, build, draw, cut, thread or cook during a session, each activity chosen to build the skills they need for things like handwriting, getting dressed, mealtimes or settling after a busy day. We work with you to find strategies that fit your family’s routines, and where it helps, we suggest simple changes to your child’s environment at home, kinder or school so everyday tasks feel more manageable.
We support children and families across Melbourne from our Werribee, Craigieburn, Moonee Ponds and Caroline Springs clinics, and we can also come to you at school, kinder or home, or meet via telehealth. Whether your child finds some daily tasks tricky or you’d simply like advice, our occupational therapists can help you understand what’s going on and what might help.
Who it’s for: Children of all ages who need support with the practical, everyday things that matter to them and your family.
Every child is different, so support is always tailored to your child and your family’s goals.
Fine motor skills are the small movements of the hands and fingers used for drawing, cutting, buttons and writing. We build hand strength and control through play (think playdough, pegs, threading beads and craft) and support handwriting in a way that feels achievable.
Some children are very sensitive to sounds, textures or movement, while others seek out lots of input. We help you understand your child’s sensory preferences and build calming or alerting activities into the day, so your child can feel settled and ready to join in.
Everyday tasks like getting dressed, using the toilet, brushing teeth and eating can be tricky for some children. We break these tasks into small steps, use visual supports and practise in playful ways to build independence and confidence.
Gross motor skills are the bigger body movements used for running, jumping, climbing, catching and balancing. Using obstacle courses, ball games and movement play, we help children build strength, coordination and confidence to join in at the playground and in sport.
Starting or managing school involves lots of skills: sitting at a table, using scissors, following routines, unpacking a bag and managing a busy classroom. We work on these skills with your child and share practical ideas with teachers to help your child take part.
Play is how children learn and connect. We support children to explore new ways of playing, and help families shape morning, bedtime and other routines so they run more smoothly for everyone.
Every child develops at their own pace. These are general signs that a chat with us could help, not a checklist for a diagnosis.
Not sure? Trust your instincts and get in touch or try our “Can we help?” tool.
Children build skills best when they’re engaged and having fun. We turn therapy goals into games, movement and hands-on activities your child enjoys.
We focus on the everyday tasks that matter most to your child and family, and share strategies that fit into your real routines.
We respect each child’s sensory needs and ways of doing things. Often the answer is adjusting the environment or the task, not asking your child to change.
Our occupational therapists work alongside our speech pathologists and psychologists, and with educators, so strategies are consistent across your child’s day.
Contact us or send a referral. We’ll talk about what’s happening for your child and find a clinic, home, school, kinder or telehealth option that suits you.
Your OT gets to know your child through play and hands-on activities, and talks with you about daily routines, sensory preferences and what’s working well.
We explain what we noticed in plain language and set practical goals together, focusing on the things that matter most in your child’s day.
Sessions are active and play-based, with simple ideas to try at home, kinder or school. We review progress regularly and adjust the plan as your child grows.
Working together
Warm, experienced clinicians who love working with kids.
Choose a clinic, or we can come to your child’s school, kinder or home, or meet online.
Occupational therapy at our clinics in Melbourne’s west and north. Bright, welcoming spaces designed for play.
Mobile
Therapy in your home and community, where your child is most comfortable.
In schools
We partner with schools to support students in their everyday learning environment.
Early years
Early-years support in kinder and childcare settings, alongside educators.
Online
Secure online sessions from anywhere in Australia. Flexible and family-friendly.
Tap through for plain-language information and how the whole Scribble team can help.
We support autistic children and their families with warm, strengths-based, play-led therapy, working with your child, not trying to change who they are.
Learn moreWe help children with attention, activity and impulse differences thrive at home and school, building on their energy, creativity and strengths.
Learn moreWhen the world feels too loud, bright or busy, or not busy enough, our occupational therapists can help your child feel calmer and more in control.
Learn moreThere are a few ways to fund therapy. We’ll help you work out what applies to your family.
We welcome self-managed and plan-managed participants.
Partial rebates with a GP Chronic Disease Management plan, or a Mental Health Treatment Plan for psychology.
Pay privately. Your health fund may reimburse part of the fee, depending on your extras cover.
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Send a referral online or book a time that suits. We’ll take it from there, together.
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