Children’s Occupational Therapy Melbourne
Helping children thrive in the activities that matter most
Moi Clinic provides paediatric occupational therapy for children and adolescents across Melbourne, delivered at our Rowville clinic, in schools, kindergartens, and at home.
30+ Years of Experience
NDIS & Medicare Available
Registered Occupational Therapists
Multidisciplinary team
Our occupational therapists work alongside psychologists and speech pathologists so that every child receives support that reflects the full picture of their development.
Neuro-affirming approach
We celebrate identity rather than focus on deficits. Every session honours your child’s sensory needs, communication style, and lived experience throughout the process.
Real-world, practical insights
Our therapists go beyond the clinic room. You leave with clear, useful strategies for home, school, and everyday routines that the whole family can use.
Our Paediatric OT Services
Supporting children to participate in everyday life
Paediatric occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need to engage with daily activities, at home, at school, and in the community. Our occupational therapists work with children from early childhood through to adolescence.
At Moi Clinic, OT is delivered as part of a multidisciplinary team. Where a child has needs across multiple areas, our occupational therapists work alongside psychologists and speech pathologists to develop a comprehensive understanding of the child’s needs.
What we help
Paediatric OT supports children across a wide range of developmental areas
Children’s occupational therapy addresses the skills children need to participate fully in daily life. If your child is finding any of the following areas difficult, our team can help.
Sensory processing
Differences in how a child responds to sensory input such as lights, sounds, textures or movement can affect how they engage with their environment and everyday activities.
Fine and gross motor skills
Differences in fine and gross motor skills with handwriting, coordination, balance and physical play can affect classroom participation, confidence in sport, and independence in daily tasks.
Emotional regulation
Challenges recognising, communicating or regulating emotions, coping with frustration or recovering after overwhelming experiences can affect a child’s participation at school, home and in the community.
Self-care and daily living skills
Dressing, toileting, eating and mealtime participation, and personal hygiene. When these tasks are difficult, they can affect a child’s confidence and independence across all areas of daily life.
Social participation and play
Difficulty joining in with peers, reading social cues, or engaging in cooperative play. Social participation is central to a child’s development and sense of belonging.
School readiness and executive functioning
Difficulties with instructions, transitions, planning, and organisation affect how a child engages at school and independently navigates each day.
Where we work
Therapy delivered where it is most meaningful for your child
Children make the most progress when therapy happens in the environments where they actually live, learn, and play.
In our clinics
Our Rowville clinic is thoughtfully designed, well-resourced spaces where children can engage with therapy in a safe, comfortable environment. Sensory accommodations are available throughout.
At school or kindergarten
Our therapists visit schools and kindergartens to observe how your child is functioning in their educational setting, collaborate with teachers, and provide strategies that can be implemented directly in the classroom.
At home
Home visits allow our therapists to see how your child manages daily routines in their own environment, and to provide strategies and modifications that are practical for your family’s specific context.
OT Assessments
Not sure where to begin? Start with an OT assessment
Conditions we support
Experienced across a wide range of developmental profiles
Our paediatric occupational therapists work with children across a broad range of presentations, including autism, ADHD, developmental coordination disorder, sensory processing difficulties, and global developmental delay. We work with children who have a formal diagnosis and those who are struggling without one.
Every child’s profile is different, and our approach reflects that. Where a child has needs across multiple areas, our OTs collaborate with our psychologists and speech pathologists to ensure every aspect of their development is supported.
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Take the first step toward the right support for your child
Request an intake with our experienced paediatric occupational therapists in Melbourne. Our team is here to guide you through the process, answer your questions, and help you find the right path forward.
Why Moi Clinic?
A safe space for mental health support
At Moi Clinic, our occupational therapists bring a thorough, evidence-based, and compassionate approach to every child and family we work with. We collaborate closely with parents, caregivers, teachers, and other treating professionals to ensure therapy goals translate into meaningful progress in daily life.
Our multidisciplinary model means your child benefits from the combined expertise of occupational therapists, psychologists, and speech pathologists working together. Where multiple areas of need are present, our team works across disciplines to ensure nothing is missed.
How it works
What to expect from children’s occupational therapy
Our process is designed to feel safe, unrushed, and deeply personal. We walk beside you from your first enquiry to ongoing support, every step of the way.
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Assessment & relationship building
Your child’s therapy begins with a thorough assessment across one to three sessions. Your occupational therapist takes the time to understand your child’s strengths, challenges, and the goals that matter most to your family.
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Ongoing therapy sessions
Occupational therapy sessions are scheduled weekly, fortnightly, or monthly depending on your child’s needs and goals. Each session is tailored to your child’s profile and designed to build skills progressively over time.
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Continued support & growth
Parents and caregivers are an essential part of the therapy process.
Your therapist will provide practical strategies for home and school, and will keep you informed and involved throughout every stage of your child’s progress.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
We provide paediatric occupational therapy for children and adolescents from early childhood through to age 18.
Our approach and the tools we use are adapted to suit your child’s age, developmental stage, and presenting needs.
No. A diagnosis is not required to access OT at Moi Clinic.
If your child is struggling in any area of daily life, our therapists can assess what is happening and put the right support in place, regardless of whether a formal diagnosis has been made.
This depends on your child’s individual needs and therapy goals. Your occupational therapist will discuss a recommended therapy plan after the initial assessment.
Sessions typically run for 50 minutes and are scheduled at a frequency that suits your child’s needs and your family’s availability.
Yes. Our therapists have significant experience working with children with autism and ADHD, addressing the sensory, motor, emotional regulation, and daily living challenges that frequently accompany these diagnoses.
Where relevant, our OTs work alongside our psychologists and speech pathologists to ensure your child receives coordinated, multidisciplinary support.
Yes. Our occupational therapists offer school and kindergarten visits to observe your child in their educational setting, provide strategies to teachers, and support classroom participation directly.
Home visits are also available for families who would benefit from support in their own environment.
Yes. Occupational therapy is available under NDIS funding for eligible children, and may also be accessed through a Medicare Chronic Disease Management Plan with a referral from your GP.
Contact us and we can advise on the funding pathway that applies to your situation.
Occupational therapy focuses on a child’s ability to participate in everyday activities, including self-care, play, learning, and social interaction.
Physiotherapy primarily addresses physical movement, strength, and injury rehabilitation. The two disciplines often complement each other for children with complex motor needs.
If your child is consistently finding daily tasks difficult, whether at home, at school, or in social situations, and those difficulties are affecting their confidence, independence, or participation, an OT assessment can help clarify what is going on.
Our team is happy to discuss your concerns before any commitment is made. Contact us to speak with a member of our team.
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