What Makes Melville OT Unique?

At Melville OT, we take a holistic and neuroaffirming approach, considering how a child’s development impacts their ability to:

• Engage in play, both independently and with others
• Use their hands and tools effectively
• Move their body through space with confidence
• Develop gross motor coordination and motor planning skills
• Navigate social interactions and relationships
• Participate in classroom activities and learning
• Process sensory information in a way that supports well-being
• Manage anxieties, regulate emotions, and develop a strong sense of self

Comprehensive Assessments

Our assessments are tailored to each child and include:

• A detailed developmental history and information gathering
• Standardised and non-standardised assessments
• Collaborative discussions with caregivers to set meaningful goals
• A written short summary, with the option for a comprehensive report

Individualised Interventions

Intervention at Melville OT is always developmentally appropriate, meeting the child where they are and supporting their unique strengths and needs. Therapy may include:

• Sensory strategies to support emotional regulation and reduce anxiety
• Sensory-based activities and equipment to facilitate positive change
• Play-based interventions to build engagement and skill development
• Practical strategies for home and school environments
• Cognitive approaches, including Zones of Regulation, The Alert Program, and Superflex
• Self-regulation and Co-regulation approaches,  including Autism LevelUP! Energy
  
• Task analysis and adaptation to improve participation in daily activities
• Auditory interventions, such as Integrated Listening Systems (iLs), Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), and Therapeutic Listening (TL)

At Melville OT, we are committed to empowering children and families by providing evidence-based, strengths-focused, and neuroaffirming therapy in a supportive and engaging environment.