Occupational Therapy - Creating Pathways to Living with Purpose
Supporting people in the right way requires expertise, compassion, and dedication. Through occupational therapy and specialised care, we guide people to thrive, turning potential into independence and fulfilling daily experiences.
Shaping Therapy with Science and Purpose
Our approach combines evidence-based methods with holistic care, adapting to each person’s strengths and aspirations while evaluating progress every step of the way.
Through occupational therapy, we work to build and maintain functional abilities while prioritising safety and well-being.
Person
Physical, psychological, cognitive, emotional
Occupation
Self-care, leisure, productivity
Environment
Social, physical, institutional and legislation
Internal Multidisciplinary Support
Occupational therapy works hand-in-hand with families, schools, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to build a supportive network to ensure the best outcomes for people.
Our multidisciplinary team (MDT) brings together specialists in Occupational Therapy (OT), Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), and Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) to ensure the proper support is provided at the right time and place.
Our approach includes:
- Building meaningful therapeutic connections
- Understanding and assessing each person’s unique strengths and challenges
- Identifying personal motivations to encourage active engagement
- Using strengths and motivations to improve daily living skills and overall wellbeing
- Supporting informed decision-making and exploring therapeutic opportunities
- Creating measurable, person-centred outcomes to shape ongoing care plans
- Collaborating with families and teams to provide consistent and supportive care across environments
- Developing educational resources and offering tailored occupational therapy strategies
Our Process, Step by Step
Referral
Gathering information about the person’s unique needs and background.
Initial Assessment
Evaluating the person’s abilities, challenges, and goals.
Further Assessment
Conducting a sensory profile, environment assessment, and interest checklist.
Care Plan Implementation
Developing and executing a personalised intervention plan.
Evaluation
Reviewing the effectiveness and outcomes of the care plan.
Personalised Assessments
Through a range of assessment tools and approaches, we carefully tailor our process to each person’s individuality, including the history of trauma, the things they love, and the things that make them upset.
Approaches to Intervention
Psychological
Physical
Sensory
Behavioural
Developmental
Cognitive
Social model
Supporting More Effective Care
Occupational therapy focuses on prevention and early intervention, supporting people's well-being and reducing the need for crisis interventions and restrictive practices.
Through person-centred interventions, we support people to maintain or develop their independence in activities of daily life living (ADLs).
With occupational therapy, people are supported to lead longer, healthier lives, reducing reliance on institutional care while fostering full citizenship and enhanced well-being.
Working in integrated health and care settings, occupational therapy helps achieve meaningful outcomes and contributes to a compassionate, sustainable care system that genuinely meets the needs of everyone.
Occupations are an essential human need, bringing meaning, purpose, and fulfillment to life.
The activities we engage in define our purpose, give us meaning, and bring structure to our lives. Through occupation, we discover our sense of belonging and find fulfilment in the simplest of moments. During times of change, when mental or physical challenges impact how people engage in daily activities, their sense of self and purpose can be affected. That is when occupational therapy steps in.
Supporting More Effective Care
Self-Care
Leisure
Productivity
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For more information or to discuss how we can support you, please get in touch with:
Ophelia Xerri
Certified Occupational Therapist
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