Occupational Therapists in Darlington
Occupational therapists help children with everyday skills — handwriting, getting dressed, managing sensory overload, and building coordination. Browse 2 providers in Darlington, Darlington.
2 providers found
Amanda Hunter
Occupational Therapist
I work with children and young people with a range of physical and learning difficulties. Specialist area of expertise is sensory integration assessments and therapy. Assessments are completed in the setting that the child or young adult is, not a clinic setting, so that it is relevant and appropriate, i.e. education setting, home environment. Other areas of speciality are coordination difficulties, ADHD, autism, and emotional and behavioural difficulties
Darlington, DL2 2HY
Lynne Drumm
Occupational Therapist
Experienced Occupational Therapist and Case Manager. Director of Rehab Jigsaw. Specialist functional assessments for adults and children who experience a range of health conditions affecting independence at home or work. Specialises in complex heath conditions, housing adaptations and vocational assessments. Website: www.rehabjigsaw.co.uk
Darlington, DL2 2EW
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.
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.