Occupational therapy for children, adults and families
Practical help with everyday life.
When things like getting dressed, writing, preparing a meal or managing at work become hard, we work with you on practical ways forward that fit your life.
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Tuesday
An ordinary day, task by task
- 7:30 amGet dressedButtons, zips and shoelaces
- 8:15 amBreakfastPouring, spreading, using cutlery
- 9:30 amWriting in classPencil grip, forming letters
- 12:30 pmMake lunchPlanning the steps, standing at the bench
- 2:00 pmBack at workShorter days to start
- 7:00 pmBath and bedA routine that works for everyone
Occupational therapy looks closely at the ordinary tasks that make up a day.
What is occupational therapy?
In occupational therapy, an ‘occupation’ is anything you do to look after yourself, learn, work, play or take part in your community.
Occupational therapists look at how you manage these everyday activities and what is making some of them harder than they need to be. That might be a developmental difference, an injury or illness, a disability, or a change in your circumstances.
We then work with you on practical ways to make things easier: building skills, changing how a task is done, or adjusting the space around you.
Daybook is a small, independent practice. We see children, adults and families in our clinic, at home, at school and by telehealth.
How we can help
Everyone is different, so think of these as starting points.
Our approach
We start by asking what you want to be able to do.
Then we work on it together, in practical ways, and check regularly that it’s helping. Therapy is built around your goals, your routines and the people who support you.
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Built around your goals
Two people with the same diagnosis can want very different things. Your goals shape the plan.
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Practical from the start
Sessions focus on real tasks, and you’ll leave each one with something to try.
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Clear and collaborative
We explain what we’re doing and why, and involve the people who support you, with your permission.
How it works
Getting started is straightforward. You can contact us directly; a referral is only needed for some types of funding.
Step 1: Get in touch
Call or send a message. We’ll ask a few questions, explain fees and funding options, and find a time.
Step 2: First appointment
We get to know you, talk about what’s hard at the moment, and complete an initial assessment.
Step 3: A plan together
We agree on goals that matter to you and how we’ll work towards them.
Step 4: Sessions and reviews
Regular sessions, strategies to use between them, and check-ins to see what’s working.