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About Occupational Therapy (OT) FAQ and Information

What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapists or OTs are asked on a regular basis what exactly it is that we do. The simple answer? We are healthcare professionals who support you in being able to do the things that you want to, or need to do. But we can expand on that explanation quite a bit. Occupational therapists (OTs) work across various fields and settings, helping individuals with diverse conditions and support needs participate in meaningful activities like self-care, work, hobbies, and social events. Using a client-centered approach, we identify participation barriers through assessments and observations, applying evidence-based strategies to develop, maintain, or restore functional skills. OTs are trained to analyse cognitive, sensory, and motor skills and break down tasks to facilitate skill development or remove obstacles.
At BMP, our OTs are dedicated to helping you reach your goals and are there to support you throughout your own unique journey. Our OTs are experienced in supporting neurodivergent clients of all ages, and we have many OTs with a special interest in paediatrics,who are experienced in supporting your child to develop their play and self-care tasks, and support their learning and physical development.Our BMP clinicians are able to provide intervention in person in clinics, via Telehealth, or at your school or home environment.
How Do I Know If My Child Needs OT?
  • Your child is struggling to complete their self-care activities ( dressing, washing their body, brushing teeth etc) in the same way as their peers.
  • Your child is having difficulty or is avoiding handwriting tasks, or the school has expressed concerns with handwriting.
  • Your child has difficulty engaging in play, on their own or with others.
  • Your child seems to struggle to use utensils, write, do buttons or use zips
  • Your child appears to struggle to engage in whole body movements or activities such as climbing, jumping, skipping or running.
  • Your child has difficulty regulating their emotions.
  • Your child has challenges with making friends or getting along with others.
  • Your child appears to be more sensitive, less responsive or crave different sensations
  • OT has been recommended by your paediatrician, a teacher, speech therapist, key worker, support coordinator or other health professionals.
Skill-Building Fun with Play-Doh!
Play-Doh isn’t just for the clinic—it’s an amazing activity you can do with your child at home! While they’re squishing and shaping, they’re also building important skills:
🎯 What they’re learning while they play:✅ Fine motor skills & hand coordination✅ Recognising letters, numbers, & shapes✅ Expressing emotions through creativity✅ Imagining & pretending to spark their imagination✅ Practicing social skills (teamwork, turn-taking, and sharing!)
Set up a Play-Doh station at home and join in the fun! From shaping letters to making pretend pizzas, the possibilities are endless—and so are the learning opportunities. 🌟