Sensory Processing
For children who find everyday sounds, textures or movement overwhelming, or who are always on the move.
Mornings run one way with Mum, another with Dad, and differently again at Nanna’s. Our occupational therapists help Guildford families build routines everyone can follow, alongside sensory, fine motor and self-care skills, about 8 km away in Northmead.
Children do best when the people caring for them respond in similar ways. When each adult has a different approach to bedtime, dressing or a meltdown, it’s harder for a child to learn what comes next.
We’ll help you agree on a few simple strategies and share them in a form everyone can use, whether that’s a picture routine on the fridge or a short note for grandparents.
Guildford is a short drive north to our Northmead clinic via Military Road, about 8 km away.
No referral or diagnosis is needed. Grandparents and other carers are welcome to come along.
Every OT session is held at our one clinic in Northmead, north of Guildford.
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.
Speech therapy that welcomes grandparents and siblings into sessions.
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 8 km from Guildford, usually 15–20 minutes by car via Military Road. Free parking is available at the clinic.
Yes. Our occupational therapists see Guildford children at our Northmead clinic. Call us on (02) 9037 1163.
It can. Children often respond to how routines and limits are set. An occupational therapist can help the adults agree on a few consistent strategies that suit your child. See emotional regulation.
Yes. If grandparents or other relatives help care for your child, they’re welcome to sit in and learn the strategies first-hand.
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 Guildford. See all the areas we serve, or our speech therapy in Guildford 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.
