Sensory Processing
For children who find everyday sounds, textures or movement overwhelming, or who are always on the move.
Waiting months for an OT assessment can turn a small worry into a big one. Our occupational therapists help Kellyville kids with sensory, fine motor, regulation and self-care skills, and we’ll tell you honestly how soon we can see your child.
If your child has to wait for an assessment, the time doesn’t have to be wasted. Play-dough, threading, drawing on an easel and helping in the kitchen all build hand strength, and a predictable after-school routine helps many children cope with the end of a long day.
None of this replaces an assessment, and it won’t suit every child. When we meet, tell us what you tried and what you noticed. It helps us understand your child faster.
Kellyville families reach our Northmead clinic via Old Windsor Road, about 13 km south.
No referral or diagnosis is needed to book. Call us and we’ll tell you when we can see your child.
Every OT session is held at our one clinic in Northmead, south of Kellyville.
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 with a straight answer on when we can see your child.
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 13 km from Kellyville, usually 20–25 minutes by car via Old Windsor Road. Free parking is available at the clinic.
Yes. Our occupational therapists see Kellyville children at our Northmead clinic. Call us on (02) 9037 1163 and we’ll tell you when we can offer an assessment.
Play that uses the hands, like play-dough, threading beads or drawing on an easel, builds strength and control, and calm, predictable routines help with regulation. We’ll give you more specific ideas after the assessment. See fine motor and handwriting.
If everyday tasks are getting harder rather than easier, if school or preschool has raised a concern, or if it’s affecting your child’s confidence, it’s worth calling. We can talk it through on the phone first.
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 Kellyville. See all the areas we serve, or our speech therapy in Kellyville 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.
