Skills for Life Through play
We believe every child and family deserves the opportunity to feel seen, heard & valued in daily life. We are a specialist trauma-sensitive Occupational Therapy service that celebrates diversity. We are whole person focused, providing a vast array of techniques to support overall development. Our dynamic approach to intervention ensures goals are met in an efficient, meaningful & enjoyable way.
with purpose
Our Values
We are Playful with Purpose
We care about Connection, Community, Nature, Movement & Culture
We love sharing Moments, Support & Knowledge with our community
Some Kind Words
"My daughter and I have been clients of Active OT for Kids for a number of years and have always found communication in response to any issues or requests to be timely, empathetic, kind and appropriate."
Parent
"The knowledgeable, grounded and thoughtful team at Active OT 4 kids are never too busy to help me advocate for my daughter. Their professionalism and deep understanding makes for efficient and effective communication with her teachers and other therapists so I can feel supported in supporting her."
Parent
"The Active OT team showed our family the empathy and connection we needed, when we needed it most. I felt truly seen and heard for the first time on our family’s journey."
Parent
Build emotional awareness through storytelling.
The Wilderness Within
A beautifully illustrated children’s book that helps families explore connection, compassion, and calm, together.
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Do I need a referral to see an Occupational Therapist?
No, a referral is not necessary. A “Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDMP)” or a “Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from your GP will help with the costs of on-going therapy through Medicare, following an initial assessment with us.
Are any services subject to financial rebates?
Rebates for services can be made through a range of avenues:
- NDIS
- Medicare
- Chronic Disease Manage Plan (CDMP)
- Mental health Initiative (MHI)
- Helping Children with Autism
- Private Health
- Better Start
- Other supportive agencies
- Hospital
- Jewish Care
- Ronald McDonald House
What are the costs involved?
Fees vary depending on services required. We offer:
Assessments
- Occupational Therapy Full Assessment (2 hours)
- Clinical Observation Screening for Handwriting Assessments (1 hour)
- Clinical Observation Screening for Sensory Integration Assessments (1 hour)
- Short assessments (for families who are transferring services and have recently completed assessments – 1 hour)
Intervention
- Weekly Clinic-based intervention (up to 60 minutes)
- Weekly School-based intervention (up to 45 minutes)
- Intensives Therapy Programs (6 – 12 Sessions)
- Holiday Groups
- Allied Health Assistant Service
- Rural Telehealth intervention (up to 60 minutes)
- Camp Reset Program
- Sports Precision & recovery
- Mental Health & Wellness
When engaging in services we are always clear & upfront about fees before providing services.
For more specific information relevant to your needs, email or call us.
What age children do you see?
We have experience with supporting children all ages (birth – 18 years) supporting development of social, emotional & functional skills for life.
Healing through connection
Active OT for Kids is at the forefront of providing integrative services, based on current research, including innovative approaches and resources.
Email: info@activeot4kids.com
Phone: 02 9369 1957
Address: Suite 12-13, 97 Grafton Street
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
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Active OT for Kids would like to acknowledge the Gadigal, Worimi, Bundjalung and Ngunnawal people; who are the traditional custodians of the land we work, play & share on. We would like to pay our respects to the elders, past, present and emerging; who are the wise guiders & keepers of the stories. May we walk softly on this land.