Occupational Therapy aims to support young people to thrive in their day-to-day life by supporting and promoting participation in the activities that are meaningful to them. In our daily lives, we engage in a wide range of occupations, including self-care, leisure, and productivity. Occupational therapists explore these aspects of a young person’s life to identify any challenges and offer support. We consider how the daily activities of the young person are contributing to their overall well being and make suggestions based on their goals. Occupational Therapy places emphasis on the benefits of ‘doing’ i.e. how participation in a meaningful activity can support our health and wellbeing.

An Occupational Therapy Assessment involves consideration of the person i.e. their unique skills, strengths and values, the environment i.e. the sensory, physical and social environment , and their daily occupations. Based on this information, individualised goals are created with the young person, which may involve parent and school collaboration.