Our Services

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapists help children and adolescents do what they want to or need to be able to do every day—their "occupations." We look at the whole child, celebrating who they are as an individual and focusing on the fundamental skills they need to participate fully in their world. This might involve supporting them with things like attention, social challenges, gross motor coordination, and managing big emotions.

Our OT sessions are play-based and built on a neuro-affirming foundation, helping children develop crucial sensory processing, emotional regulation, and self-care skills. We focus on empowering children by simultaneously developing their self-awareness and advocacy skills, ensuring they feel safe, confident, and competent in their own skin.

A Collaborative Approach to Care
We believe it takes a village to help a child thrive. We work closely with all the important people in your child’s life—whether it’s yourself as a parent/ carer, grandparents, teachers, or other clinicians—to ensure our strategies are integrated and supportive across every environment.

Next steps for Occupational Therapy:
We now offer Occupational Therapy in two locations, Bulli & Kiama.
To register for a spot for your child and begin your journey with us, please complete our online intake form (linked below). Once submitted, our administration team will review your application and be in touch when a place becomes available.

Group Programs

We provide therapeutic school term and holiday group programs that offer an incredibly powerful setting for growth and connection. Our programs are therapist-designed, led, and delivered by our experienced clinical team to ensure they target the specific therapeutic goals outlined in a participant’s individual plan.

Our specialised, interest-based programs—such as School Readiness, Beach & Surf, and our therapeutic holiday camps—are built to help children and adolescents develop social confidence, friendship skills, and collaborative play in a natural, supported environment. By working alongside peers who experience the world in a similar way, participants learn how to manage frustration, navigate social cues, and practice self-regulation strategies in real-time, all while engaging in meaningful and memorable activities. Groups are led by therapists and are divided by age to maximise peer connection and clinical integrity.

Group Program Funding Information:
NDIS Participants Our group programs are designed, led and delivered by experienced Therapists, with activities tailored to support each child’s individual needs and goals within a group setting. Because of this, our therapy groups are typically funded under Capacity Building supports, specifically Occupational Therapy (OT) group therapy. As every NDIS plan differs, we recommend checking with your Plan Manager or Support Coordinator to make sure the appropriate funding is available before your child commences.
Private Health Cover You may be able to help fund your child’s participation by claiming for group therapy through your private health insurance. We recommend contacting your health fund to confirm your level of cover and eligibility for a rebate.

Next steps for Group Programs:
To register your interest in one of our group programs, please complete our online intake form. From there, our Groups Coordinator will liaise with our allied health team to consider your child’s age, needs and goals, and match them with a suitable group as places become available. We’ll then be in touch to confirm a spot and share any further details. If you have any questions, please feel free to email our Groups Coordinator at groups@sensetherapies.au.

Speech Pathology

Our Speech Pathologists are passionate about helping children find their voice and connect with the world around them.

Our Speech Pathologists empower children to communicate effectively, build strong social relationships, and engage successfully in learning. We work on a wide range of skills, including speaking clarity, language comprehension, social communication, and literacy skills. Our approach is respectful and child-led; we meet your child where they are to build functional communication skills through play. Whether your child is struggling with expressive language, understanding instructions, or needs support with complex social interactions, our Speech Pathologists provide the tools they need to connect their inner world with the world around them.

Next steps for Speech Pathology:
To register for a spot for your child and begin your journey with us, please complete our online intake form (linked below). Once submitted, our administration team will review your application and be in touch when a place becomes available.  

Psychology

Our Child and Adolescent Psychology services offer a safe and supportive space for young people and their families to navigate emotional and behavioural challenges.

Our Psychologists offer compassionate, practical support for children and families navigating complex emotional and behavioural challenges. We provide a safe space for children to explore big feelings, build emotional resilience, and develop effective coping strategies. Working closely with parents, we address areas such as anxiety, stress management, building self-esteem, navigating family change, and managing challenging behaviours.

Our focus is on providing a holistic, strengths-based approach that supports the entire family unit to foster a calm, supportive, and understanding home environment.

Next steps for Psychology:
To register for a spot for your child and begin your journey with us, please complete our online intake form (linked below). Once submitted, our administration team will review your application and be in touch when a place becomes available. 

Psychometric Assessments

Our Child and Adolescent Psychologist provides comprehensive formal Psychometric Assessments to gain clarity on your child's cognitive profile, learning style, and developmental needs. Assessments are a valuable tool for understanding areas such as learning difficulties, developmental delays, and behavioural concerns. This detailed, evidence-based process culminates in a comprehensive report and feedback session, providing definitive guidance and recommendations for school support, therapeutic intervention, and NDIS purposes.

Reasons for referral could include:
Specific Learning Disorders (e.g., Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia)
Cognitive Ability (e.g., Intellectual Disability and Giftedness)
Academic Ability (e.g., reading, writing, mathematics)
ADHD (For ADHD assessments, we carefully consider and rule out other contributing factors)

Next Steps for Psychometric Assessments:
If you are interested in booking a formal psychological assessment, please complete a form online (linked below) to be placed onto our waitlist. Our administration team will then look at our Psychology assessment schedules and, when a place becomes available, they will get in touch with you to discuss your needs and outline the next steps.

Education

Educational Therapy at Sense Therapies is broad and highly individualised. Our qualified Educator focuses on four key areas to ensure your child feels seen, supported, and understood:

1. Translating Therapy into Everyday Learning
We help bring clinical goals to life through meaningful, interest-led experiences. By focusing on foundational skills such as communication, regulation, and social engagement, we support children to achieve their therapeutic targets in ways that feel natural and achievable within their daily routines.

2. Play-Based, Developmentally Appropriate Sessions
Sessions are built on relationships and engagement rather than formal instruction. Using a deep understanding of early childhood development, our educator creates opportunities for:
Joint attention and social interaction.
Turn-taking and early communication.
Emotional understanding and self-regulation.

3. Supporting School and Preschool Readiness
We play a vital role in preparing children for successful transitions into preschool or school. We focus on building the "readiness" skills that matter most, including:
Developing a tolerance for group environments.
Building familiarity with routines and expectations.
Fostering independence in daily tasks and social confidence.

4. Partnering with Families
A core part of our model is working closely with parents and caregivers. Our educator models practical strategies and shares ideas that help families feel confident continuing learning and regulation strategies at home, ensuring support feels connected and holistic.

A Neuro-Affirming Approach to Growth
This flexible, child-led model is particularly beneficial for our neurodivergent clients. We provide a calm, non-judgmental environment that embraces each child’s natural way of thinking and processing. By building on their unique strengths, we help young people expand their capabilities, growing in confidence, resilience, and key life skills.

Next Steps for Educational Therapy
To register for a spot for your child and begin your journey with us, please complete our online intake form. Once submitted, our administration team will review your application and be in touch when a place becomes available to discuss your child’s unique needs.

Sense in Schools

Our Sense in Schools program is designed to empower educators, support staff, and school leaders across daycares, pre-schools, primary schools, and high schools by providing Allied Health-led training and strategies for building genuinely inclusive classrooms.

Teaching today is more complex than ever; classrooms are busier, and teachers are stretched balancing behaviour, curriculum, and emotional needs. Sense in Schools was specifically created to support Educators through this challenge. Our evidence-informed training aims to help educators and schools understand the “why” behind challenging behaviour, aiming to build connected, engaged, and more inclusive classrooms where every child can succeed.

We support and empower educators, support staff, and school leaders with practical, sustainable tools to create an environment where every student feels seen, safe, and ready to learn. For our local regions, the Illawarra and Kiama, we offer in-person support including workshops and on-site coaching. For schools across Australia, the full program is accessible via our interactive app-based platform, allowing teams to complete the high-quality training online at their own pace.

Next Steps for Your School:

If you are interested in discussing the Sense in Schools program for your team, please complete an enquiry form online via the button below. We will then get in touch with you to discuss the service option (in-person or online) that is best suited for your school's needs and location.

Sense Team Sports

Sense Team Sports gives kids a safe environment where experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapists work with Trained Rugby Players to help kids achieve success.

Sense Team Sports (Sense Rugby or Sense AFL) is our unique, OT-designed group program that helps neurodivergent children access the world of team sport and community participation. Led by our trained Occupational Therapists, this program is designed for children who struggle with the complex motor, social, and emotional demands of mainstream clubs. We focus on building core skills like emotional regulation, motor planning, social communication, and confidence in a supportive, fun, and inclusive sports environment, with the goal of successful transition into mainstream teams.

Next Steps for Sense Team Sports

To register your interest or locate a Sense Team Sports Provider near you head to the Sense Team Sports website (linked below) to find out more.