Telehealth Appointments Available
If you would like to connect with an Occupational Therapist for more individualised support, Let’s OT provides Telehealth services Australia wide! Telehealth is using video calls and digital services to connect with children for engaging therapy activities and/or parents for education, strategy development and problem solving.
Just because you cannot access face to face therapy, it doesn't mean that you need to miss out on the valuable guidance and support that occupational therapy can provide.
Telehealth sessions are always individualised and structured to meet the child and family's needs and dynamics. Sessions may involve the following:
Child led session
Facilitated and coached by the therapist, using digital activities and printables, with either the child completing independently or with support from a parent or caregiver.
A video call appointment with the OT and child interacting for the majority of the session, most suitable for children in middle primary and above, who are comfortable with computers and engaging in this way.
It is not expected that children sit in front of the computer the whole time as this can be difficult for them. Sessions often consist of a check in with parents, an activity or two completed with your child and then a review with parents.
It is also beneficial when parents join in alongside their child for the sessions, as they can help their child with any adjustments to activities while also having valuable in-the-moment discussions with the OT.
Parent Focussed Session
Advocacy support and collaborative problem-solving discussions particularly with parents of younger children or children who find it difficult to focus at the computer.
A video call appointment with the OT to discuss your child's needs and identify strategies that can support you and build your child's skills.
Regular appointments enables consistent review of strategies to ensure they are effective while evolving with your child's development.
These sessions are suitable for all parents, including parents of younger children or children who don't feel comfortable engaging over the computer. Often sessions with younger children might look like the parents and child playing together on the floor, with the computer and camera angled for the OT to see, join in, talk and engage in-the-moment.
If you have specific questions about your child’s needs or would like ongoing input from an OT to support your child, we are here to help! We support families using the Medicare Chronic Conditions Care Plan referral, private health funds, Plan Managed or Self Managed NDIS funding or families paying privately.
If you would like to book an appointment or find out more information, please contact hello@letsot.com.au or call 0411 922 650.