Occupational Therapists in Birmingham
Occupational therapists help children with everyday skills — handwriting, getting dressed, managing sensory overload, and building coordination. Browse 5 providers in Birmingham, Birmingham.
5 providers found
Ellie Steer
Occupational Therapist
Hello my name is Ellie Steer, I would like to welcome you to Sensory Space UK. I absolutely love being an Occupational Therapist and really want to help you and your child to do the things that matter most to you. Please take a look at my profile to learn more.
Birmingham, B3 1RL
Edward Howard
Occupational Therapist
Advanced Occupational Therapist experienced with all ages. I specialise in neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism, Dyspraxia (DCD) and Developmental Delay. I am a Sensory Integration Practitioner offering assessments and therapy provision. I also provide training to families, schools, residential services and other education provisions. I have over 13 years of experience working professionally across the NHS and private services with children, young people and their families as well as a
Birmingham, B13 8AG
Charlotte Hunter
Occupational Therapist
I am an Advanced Occupational Therapist, and Sensory Integration Practitioner. I specialise in working with children and adults with Neurodiversity and/or Learning Disabilities. I have extensive experience in Children and Adolescent Mental Health and Challenging Behaviour. I work in a trauma informed way to support children and young adults to thrive in their activities of daily living and reach their full potential. I have worked in a variety of settings including, inpatient mental health, in
Birmingham, b5 7rj
Joanne Huzzey
Occupational Therapist
I’m an OT and Sensory Integration Practitioner with 20+ years experience working in mental health, paediatric and brain injury services and schools. I enjoy working with young people with a neurodevelopmental disorder and supporting their families. I want your child to participate in daily life as much as possible.
Birmingham, B31 3XG
Sian Holder
Occupational Therapist
Learning Disability Paediatric Trauma and attachment Supported living Sensory based interventions Independent Living Skills Functional Assessments Dyspraxia/DCD Legal Aid Supervision/Mentoring ASC Sensory Integration Assessment and profiling Schools EASI ASI
Birmingham, B31 2GB
About occupational therapists
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.
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.
SEND services in Birmingham
Birmingham City Council is one of the largest Local Authorities in the country and has a dedicated SEND team covering the whole city. The council's SENAR (Special Educational Needs Assessment and Review) service handles EHCP applications. Birmingham has a strong network of special schools and specialist provision, though waiting times for assessments and therapies remain a challenge.
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.