Children’s therapy, also known as paediatric therapy or child therapy, refers to the specialised field of therapy that focuses on addressing the emotional, physical, behavioural, developmental, and mental health needs of children and adolescents. It is a form of professional intervention aimed at promoting healthy development, improving well-being, and addressing specific challenges or concerns that children may face.

• Movement- they may be a little clumsy or uncoordinated and find ball skills hard
• Behaviour-Highly emotional, finds change a challenge, regular meltdowns
• Writing- finding it hard to hold a pencil correctly and difficulty forming letters and numbers
• Fine motor skills- finding it hard to manipulate small objects like Lego or using scissors
• Eating- fussy eating and using cutlery
• Social skills- Finding it difficult to make friends and understand what is expected in social situations
• Self-care – Difficulty getting dressed by themselves, toileting etc.
• Speech and Language- difficulty being understood by others, making clear sounds, understanding others
• Feeding- fussy eating
• Literacy- finding sounding words/letters out, reading, spelling or writing difficult or frustrating
• Emotional difficulties such as anxiety
• Developmental delays or disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, speech or language delays, or learning disabilities.
• Trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) resulting from abuse, accidents, or other distressing experiences.
• Family changes or transitions such as divorce, relocation, or loss of a loved one
• Parent coaching

The duration of children’s therapy can vary depending on several factors, including the child’s needs, the complexity of the issues being addressed, and the progress made during therapy. In some cases, therapy may be relatively short-term, lasting a few months. However, in more complex or long-standing situations, therapy may continue for a year or longer. The therapist will continually assess the child’s progress and adjust the treatment plan accordingly.

Yes, parental involvement is often an essential component of children’s therapy. Parents or caregivers play a crucial role in supporting their child’s therapeutic progress and implementing strategies learned in therapy into the child’s daily life. Therapists may include parents in sessions, provide guidance on parenting techniques, offer suggestions for promoting emotional well-being at home, and collaborate with them to address family dynamics or challenges that may contribute to the child’s difficulties.

Referrals are welcome, however not required. You are welcome to self-refer.

We work with self managed and plan managed NDIS participants in our paediatric clinic on the Gold Coast. The National Disability Insurance Scheme makes provision for children with disabilities or developmental delays.

We are also able to support clients through limited medicare appointments in speech therapy and occupational therapy.

No, we do not offer any horse riding sessions. Some therapy sessions may be around the horses and include working alongside the horses such as grooming, leading, being with the horses or other animals and in nature.