Occupational Therapy Adelaide
Occupational Therapy Adelaide for Children & Teens
Helping children build independence, confidence and everyday skills
Is your child finding everyday activities, school, social situations or emotional regulation difficult?
Resilient Kidz provides paediatric occupational therapy in Adelaide for children and teenagers, helping them develop practical skills and strategies that support participation at home, at school and in the community.
Our occupational therapists work with each child as an individual. We take the time to understand their strengths, interests, challenges and goals before developing an occupational therapy program that is meaningful to them and their family.
We can support children with sensory processing, emotional regulation, fine motor development, handwriting, coordination, school readiness, executive functioning, self-care and everyday independence.
Occupational therapy is available at our Beulah Park clinic, as well as through home, school, childcare and community-based sessions where appropriate.
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Mobile occupational therapy across Adelaide
Clinic-based OT available in Beulah Park
NDIS-supported occupational therapy services
Home, school and childcare visits available
Experienced paediatric occupational therapists
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapists (OTs) work collaboratively and holistically with individuals and their families to support them to participate in meaningful activities, increase their independence and achieve their goals to improve quality of life.
Our paediatric Occupational Therapists in Adelaide utilise a holistic, client-centred approach to enable participation by considering the environment, occupation/ activity and person.
How can Occupational Therapy Help?
What does an OT do? Occupational Therapists provide practical, hands-on therapy focused on what matters most to each child and family and their goals. Sessions may include a mix of occupational therapy exercises, play-based learning, sensory activities, and functional skill training. We can support with:
Independence with self-care skills (e.g. toileting, dressing, grooming, bathing, mealtimes and sleep)
Fine motor skills (e.g. development of pincer grasp, object manipulation, bi-manual coordination, scissor skills)
Handwriting skills (e.g. letter formation, letter placement, pencil grasp, seated position)
Play skills (e.g. pretend play, turn taking and sharing, concepts of winning and losing)
Sensory processing and emotional regulation (e.g. understanding internal body cues and interoception)
Learning and Cognitive skills (e.g. recognition of colours, shapes, numbers and letters)
School Readiness (e.g. understanding routines and transitions, engagement and following instructions)
Executive functioning skills (e.g. memory, problem solving, planning, organising, task initiation, cognitive flexibility)
Activities of Daily Living (e.g. meal preparation, home maintenance tasks etc)
Community Safety Skills (e.g. road safety, community access, stranger danger, water safety awareness)
Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA) and Report
Prescription of Equipment and Assistive Technology
Home Modification Assessments
Before therapy begins, each child receives a comprehensive occupational therapy evaluation to identify strengths, needs, and meaningful goals. Our paediatric OT then develops an individualised plan, often in collaboration with parents, teachers, and support staff.
Who is Occupational Therapy for?
Occupational Therapy for kids can be particularly beneficial for individuals living with the following conditions:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Developmental Delay (DD) / Global Developmental Delay (GDD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)
Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Spinal Cord Injury
Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21)
Intellectual Disability (ID)
Physical Disabilities
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Genetic Disability (Rett’s Syndrome, CHARGE Syndrome, Angelman syndrome, DiGeorge syndrome, Neurofibromatosis, chromosomal abnormalities etc)
Occupational Therapy can also benefit children who simply need extra support with everyday tasks such as dressing, feeding, or participating in group activities.
Does This Sound Familiar?
Your child may benefit from Occupational Therapy in Adelaide if they:
Become easily overwhelmed or frustrated
Avoid handwriting or school tasks
Struggle with emotional regulation or transitions
Have difficulty following routines or instructions
Experience sensory sensitivities to sound, textures or movement
Find dressing, toileting or mealtimes difficult
Appear clumsy or uncoordinated
Have trouble focusing or staying organised
Need additional support to participate confidently at school
If these challenges are impacting your child’s confidence, independence or participation in everyday life, our Adelaide occupational therapists can help.
How Our Adelaide Occupational Therapists Can Help
At Resilient Kidz, we provide individualised Occupational Therapy Adelaide programs designed to support your child’s functional development and wellbeing.
Our therapists focus on practical, meaningful outcomes that improve participation across home, school and community environments.
NDIS Occupational Therapy Adelaide
Resilient Kidz provides NDIS occupational therapy for children and teenagers across Adelaide.
Occupational therapy may form part of a child's broader support plan where it is appropriate to their goals and circumstances.
Our team can support families with areas such as:
Occupational therapy assessments
Functional capacity assessments
Therapy supports
Goal development
Progress reporting
Sensory assessments
Home and school-based therapy
Collaboration with families
Collaboration with educators and support coordinators
Resilient Kidz currently states that it works with self-managed, plan-managed and NDIA-managed NDIS participants.
If you're unsure whether occupational therapy is appropriate for your child's NDIS goals, contact our team to discuss your situation.
Areas We Support Across Adelaide
Our paediatric occupational therapists support families across metropolitan Adelaide.
We currently provide services across areas including:
Eastern Adelaide
Norwood · Magill · Burnside · Campbelltown · Payneham · Kensington · Beulah Park
Northern Adelaide
Salisbury · Modbury · Mawson Lakes · Elizabeth
Southern Adelaide
Marion · Morphett Vale · Noarlunga · Brighton
Western Adelaide
Henley Beach · Semaphore · West Lakes · Port Adelaide
Don't see your suburb listed?
Contact our team to ask whether occupational therapy is available in your area.
Why Choose Resilient Kidz for Occupational Therapy?
Choosing an occupational therapist for your child is an important decision.
Families choose Resilient Kidz for:
Paediatric focus
Our Resilient Kidz service is focused on supporting children and adolescents and their families.
Individualised therapy
We don't believe there is a one-size-fits-all approach to children's occupational therapy.
Family-centred support
We work with families to develop practical goals and strategies that can make sense in everyday life.
Flexible service options
Occupational therapy may be available at our Beulah Park clinic, at home, at school, in childcare or in community environments depending on the service required.
Multidisciplinary support
Resilient Kidz is part of Resilient Health Group, providing access to a broader multidisciplinary environment that includes services such as psychology, hydrotherapy, exercise physiology, art therapy and other supports.
NDIS experience
We support families accessing occupational therapy through the NDIS and can work collaboratively with the wider support team.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A paediatric occupational therapist helps children develop skills that support participation and independence in everyday activities. This can include fine motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing, emotional regulation, self-care, school participation, executive functioning and play.
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Resilient Kidz supports children and adolescents across a range of developmental stages and support needs.
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No. Children may benefit from occupational therapy because they are experiencing difficulties with everyday activities, regardless of whether they have a formal diagnosis.
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Yes. Occupational therapists can help families understand how sensory processing may be affecting a child's participation in everyday activities and develop individualised strategies based on the child's needs.
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Yes. Occupational therapists can assess the skills and factors affecting handwriting and support areas such as pencil control, fine motor skills, positioning, letter formation and writing participation.
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Occupational therapy can support children with autism in areas such as sensory processing, emotional regulation, self-care, executive functioning, school participation and independence. The specific goals and strategies should be individualised to each child.
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Yes. Depending on the child's needs, occupational therapy may support executive functioning, organisation, emotional regulation, sensory processing, routines, self-care and participation at school and home.
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Yes. Resilient Kidz provides NDIS occupational therapy services for eligible children and teenagers across Adelaide, including support for assessments, therapy, goal development and reporting.
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School-based occupational therapy may be available where appropriate. Our therapists can work with families and educational teams to support functional participation and relevant goals.
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Yes. Resilient Kidz provides home-based occupational therapy across Adelaide where appropriate.
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Resilient Kidz currently states that no referral is required to access its occupational therapy services.
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Our Beulah Park clinic is located at 226 Magill Road, Beulah Park SA 5067. Mobile occupational therapy is also available across Adelaide.
Start Your Child's Occupational Therapy Journey
If your child is finding everyday activities, school participation, sensory experiences, emotional regulation or independence challenging, our occupational therapists can help you understand what support may be appropriate.
At Resilient Kidz, we take the time to understand your child, your family's priorities and the activities that matter most to you.
Whether you're looking for support with handwriting, sensory processing, emotional regulation, school readiness, self-care, executive functioning or everyday independence, we're here to help.
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