Occupational Therapists
Occupational therapists help children with everyday skills — handwriting, getting dressed, managing sensory overload, and building coordination.
Typical cost
£60 – £100 per session
NHS wait
6 – 18 months
Session length
45 – 60 minutes
240 providers found
Georgina West
Occupational Therapist
A specialist housing and equipment occupational therapist, and level 4 moving and handling risk assessor and trainer. I have extensive experience working with people in their own homes, supporting them to live as safely and independently as possible. I also work alongside case managers, solicitors, and deputies, to meet the functional needs of people who have sustained physical and neurological injuries.
North Northamptonshire, NN29 7EE
Georgina-Louise Scott
Occupational Therapist
Children and young People Autism Spectrum Disorder Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Education, health, and care plan School Refusal Paediatric Occupational Therapist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Sensory processing Seating assessment Handwriting Supervision Advisory Service Development Professional Practice Development Mindfulness Training
London, SW1v 3LG
Gisela Payne
Occupational Therapist
Gisela is a highly skilled occupational therapist who works with children and their families across Berkshire, Hampshire and parts of Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Surrey. Gisela provides assessment and treatment packages for a variety of physical, sensory and neurological conditions and works with children in their home and school environments. Training sessions are provided for parents, caregivers and teaching staff on request.
Bracknell Forest, RG12 7AP
Gitte Rinds
Occupational Therapist
Gitte specialises in enabling ABILITY in the widest sense. Services are customer led and include individual assessment, facilitation, case review and training to achieve your short and long term aims. Contact Gitte for a free 15 minute chat about how best to meet your needs: call 07941286124 or email gitte@abilityot.co.uk.
London, SW17 9TW
Grainne Lydon
Occupational Therapist
Children and Young Person Occupational Therapist. Specialises in working with neurodiverse young people, adopted and looked after children. I have completed post graduate training in Ayres Sensory Integration and Sensory Attachment Therapy. I work with families, schools and local authorities to provide assessment, intervention and consultancy/training.
Blaby, LE9 2EJ
GriffinOT: Online Occupational Therapy Support for Primary Schools
Occupational Therapist
GriffinOT: Online Occupational Therapy Support for Primary Schools is a occupational therapist based in Manchester. They support children and young people with autism, physical disability, semh and sensory processing.
HP6 5FB
Gwyneth Steddy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational therapy based service that provides expert witness reports, case management, work based assessments, advice and reports on equipment and adaptations needs, housing assessments. Client groups include children, adults and older adults.
Bridgend, CF31 4LH
Hannah McNulty
Occupational Therapist
At Trauma OT we provide assessment and treatment for children and adults who have been exposed to developmental and complex trauma using sensory integration and attachment-based approaches. We can also offer occupational therapy input for neurodivergent children and adults who require a trauma informed approach.
York, YO23 3SU
Hayley Goodwin
Occupational Therapist
I have extensive clinical experience in the areas of learning disabilities, autism, ADHD and dyspraxia. I have worked in children and adults both privately and within the NHS for over 15 years. I can complete assessments for adults and children who think they may have dyspraxia.I have a clinic space in Hitchin Town Centre and have access to a number of standardised assessments for a full assessment and report. I can visit schools, home and community settings.
North Hertfordshire, SG5 3DN
Hayley Morley
Occupational Therapist
Paediatric OT with post graduate training in Sensory Integration. Having always been passionate about working with children, I have worked in numerous teams within the NHS and Independent Practice. I have vast experience working in schools including mainstream, special educational needs, and independent specialist schools offering assessments, advice and intervention for students.
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE10 0FF
Helle Jensen
Occupational Therapist
Rehabilitation Fatigue management Neuro rehabilitation Upper limb management Independence
Guildford
Holly Fenton
Occupational Therapist
Holly is an experienced specialist occupational therapist and advanced sensory integration practitioner. She works with neurodivergent children and young people and is the Director of Sensory foOTsteps independent Occupational Therapy LTD company. Based in Newquay and covering surrounding areas. Sensory foOTsteps team of independent Occupational Therapists specialise in Sensory Integration Therapy, assessment and other therapeutic support. They provide comprehensive assessment reports to a court
Cornwall, PL15 8EP
Inclusion.Me Ltd
Occupational Therapist
Inclusion is one of the UK’s leading providers of Occupational Therapy solutions. We specialise in providing expert assessments & recommendations within the fields of rehabilitation, paediatrics, housing, mobility and access. We believe that our expertise within both the public and independent sectors is invaluable in identifying the most appropriate & creative solutions.
London, W2 5DJ
Jackie O'Connell
Occupational Therapist
I am an enthusiastic OT, working with individuals, family and schools using sensory assessments, and intervention to develop everyday skills. I have worked for many years with children and adolescents with ASD, ADHD, developmental disabilities, dyspraxia and / or mental health diagnoses. I work with numerous individuals with trauma histories.
West Northamptonshire, NN5 6TL
Jacqueline Agyekum
Occupational Therapist
Highly experienced, solution focused paediatric OT. Trained in Bobath and Sensory integration. Each young person and family deserve a tailored approach and time to tell their story, providing support to achieve what is meaningful for you.
London, E11 3DG
Jacqui Brett
Occupational Therapist
Independent Occupational Therapist, Sensory assessment, Mental health assessment, Post Diagnostic Support, Supervision, Access to Work support, Sensory Integration, Autism, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Neurodiversity, Resources, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,Wellbeing, Children, Young People & Families, Parent and Caregiver workshops and training. PIP, Blue Badge, Reasonable Adjustments, Cheshire. Flintshire.
Flintshire, CH5 3SS
Jade Williams
Occupational Therapist
I’m an OT and advanced sensory integration practitioner - with a strengths-based focus - offering specialist occupational therapy, sensory processing and independence skills assessments and interventions. I’m passionate about improving children/young peoples lives through occupational therapy; and enjoy sharing my expertise and creative thinking. Please don’t hesitate to contact me.
West Lindsey, DN21 5QU
James Hamilton
Occupational Therapist
I offer independent OT assessments and specialist interventions. Vocational rehabilitation assessments . Mental Health support. All aspects of OT assessments, treatment and rehabilitation. *ADL Assessments* Aids and Adaptations* 1:1 Activities*Complex Reports* Wheelchair Assessments* Spinal injuries and other lower limb disabilities* Online Assessments* PIP Appeal Reports* Rehabilitation
County Durham, SR7 7RL
Jane Reid
Occupational Therapist
Major adaptations and work with architects Specialist equipment Complex seating and wheelchairs. Training carers in moving and handling - People Handling Risk Assessment Key Trainer’s Certificate Level 4 - Distinction. Moving and Handling Advanced Level 4 Qualification - Managing Diverse and Complex Moving and Handling Situations 2024 Client centred and holistic assessments of children and young adults ABI Acquired brain injury
Winchester, SO22 5LQ
Jenni Cromey
Occupational Therapist
Specialist Independent Occupational Therapist & Advanced Practitioner in Sensory Integration (Post Graduate Diploma) based in Greater Manchester. Supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and adults with their occupational performance in their activities of daily living. I offer a range of specialist assessments, bespoke advice, and interventions to best support individuals to optimise their independence and overcome barriers experienced which impact their daily lives in a client-focused,
Bolton, BL4 0JR
Jennifer Gill
Occupational Therapist
With clinical and management expertise in the following areas: Paediatrics, babies, children, young people, adolescents, assessment, treatment, review, tribunals, EHCP, specialist seating, home assessment, school assessment, nursery assessment, college assessment, education, training, sensory, autism, adhd, cerebral palsy, genetic conditions, DCD, Dyspraxia, functional difficulties.
Central Bedfordshire, SG17 9AT
Jennifer McShane
Occupational Therapist
I am Highly motivated and passionate about promoting independence; with over 20 years experience working in the NHS; I have vast experience working with babies, children, and adults with a wide range of complex needs (eg cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, neuromuscular conditions, coordination difficulties, autism). I am qualified sensory integration practitioner and a highly specialist adviser on equipment, therapeutic intervention, moving/handling, seating and home adaptations.
Wyre, PR3 0YB
Jessica Court
Occupational Therapist
OATS offers Occupational Therapy with a difference. We work with our special team of therapy animals to support children and young people to develop skills to enable them to participate in their meaningful occupations.
Horsham, RH14 9NJ
Jessica M
Occupational Therapist
My specialism and passion is treating children with neurological conditions (cerebral palsy), with their ADLs and equipment needs.
London, SE19 2JF
Finding the right occupational therapist
Occupational therapists (OTs) help children develop the practical skills they need for everyday life and school. If your child struggles with handwriting, finds it hard to sit still, is oversensitive to textures or sounds, or has difficulty with tasks like getting dressed or using cutlery, an OT can help identify why and put strategies in place.
What they do
Paediatric OTs assess fine motor skills, gross motor skills, sensory processing, visual perception, and self-care abilities. They create tailored programmes that might include exercises to build hand strength, sensory diets to help children regulate, or adapted techniques for daily tasks. Many OTs also work with schools to adjust classroom environments.
When to seek help
Common signs that an OT assessment might help include messy or laboured handwriting, difficulty with buttons and zips, avoiding certain textures or foods, poor balance or coordination, trouble sitting still in class, or meltdowns triggered by sensory overload. If your child has a diagnosis of dyspraxia, autism, or sensory processing disorder, OT is often a core part of their support.
What to expect
An assessment typically lasts 1 to 2 hours. The OT will observe your child doing various activities and may use standardised assessments like the Beery VMI or Sensory Profile questionnaire. You'll receive a report with clear recommendations. Therapy is often delivered in blocks of 6 to 8 sessions, with a home programme to continue between appointments.
Typical costs
Private OT assessments range from £300 to £600, with follow-up sessions around £60 to £100 per hour. NHS OT provision is free but can have very long waits, and some areas only offer group sessions. A private assessment can be used to support EHCP applications.