Sensory Processing
For children who find everyday sounds, textures or movement overwhelming, or who are always on the move.
For some children, the hardest part of therapy is walking into a room with someone new. Our occupational therapists help Glenwood kids with sensory, fine motor, regulation and self-care skills, starting with time to feel comfortable, about 9 km away in Northmead.
A child who feels unsure won’t try something hard in front of a stranger. So early sessions go at your child’s pace, often starting with something they already enjoy, and you stay in the room.
Once your child feels safe, we can start on the harder things. Progress tends to come more easily after that, because your child is willing to have a go, get it wrong and try again.
From Glenwood, our Northmead clinic is about 9 km south-east via Old Windsor Road.
No referral or diagnosis is needed to book. Tell us how your child usually copes with new people and places.
Every OT session is held at our one clinic in Northmead, south-east of Glenwood.
Our occupational therapists help children build the everyday skills they need at home, at kindy and at school.
For children who find everyday sounds, textures or movement overwhelming, or who are always on the move.
Pencil grip, handwriting, scissors, buttons and other hand skills.
Sitting, listening, drawing and the independence children need for kindy and big school.
Helping children understand big feelings and find their own ways back to calm.
Toileting, dressing and the daily routines that build independence.
Clear advice on stuttering, and when it’s worth a look.
Not sure where to start? See all occupational therapy services or talk to our client care team.
A typical children’s OT program at The Bridge Effect includes:
Weekly or fortnightly sessions with a qualified occupational therapist. Frequency depends on your child’s needs and goals.
Specific, measurable goals based on your child’s assessment results and your family’s priorities.
We show you the strategies we use so practice fits into everyday routines at home, kindy and school.
We review progress regularly and adjust goals as your child develops.
Reviews from families who visit our Northmead clinic.
Most families use NDIS, Medicare, private health insurance, or a mix, to help fund OT.
The Bridge Effect supports NDIS self-managed and plan-managed families. OT is typically funded under Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living.
Learn moreRebates may be available through the Item 135 pathway, a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan or Better Access for OT.
Learn moreMany extras policies include an occupational therapy benefit. We provide receipts in the format your fund needs.
Learn moreFamilies without funding are welcome as private clients. Our current fee schedule is available on request.
Learn moreChildren under 9 without an NDIS plan may be eligible for early intervention support through the NDIS Early Childhood Approach, without needing a formal diagnosis. Where emotional regulation is part of your child’s goals, a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan may give rebates for up to 10 individual sessions a year with a Medicare-registered OT. See all Medicare pathways.
Our occupational therapists are AHPRA-registered and work side by side with our speech pathologists, so your child’s goals are joined up across both services.
Can’t see your question? Call us on (02) 9037 1163.
Our Northmead clinic is about 9 km from Glenwood, usually 15–20 minutes by car via Old Windsor Road. Free parking is available at the clinic.
Yes. Our occupational therapists see Glenwood children at our Northmead clinic. Call us on (02) 9037 1163 and tell us a little about your child before the first visit.
Yes. We expect some children to need time, and we plan for it. Early sessions go at your child’s pace, and you stay in the room. Telling us what your child enjoys helps us make the first visit feel familiar.
Yes. Buses connect Glenwood and Northmead. Allow about 30 minutes and check Transport NSW for current timetables. A taxi or Uber takes about 15–20 minutes.
No referral is needed. You can contact The Bridge Effect directly to book an OT assessment for your child. If you already have a referral or report from a paediatrician, GP or school, please bring it along, but it isn’t required.
Yes. The Bridge Effect supports NDIS self-managed and plan-managed families. If your child’s plan includes funding for occupational therapy (typically under Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living), we can work within your plan. More about NDIS funding.
We serve many suburbs around Glenwood. See all the areas we serve, or our speech therapy in Glenwood page.
Early support can make a big difference, and we’re here to walk this journey with you.
Contact us directly, or speak with your GP, paediatrician or support coordinator about a referral. A referral is not required.
Our client care team matches you with the right clinician and books an initial consultation.
We get to know your child, assess their strengths and needs, and set goals together with you.
