HoPALoNG Occupational Therapy for Children

25/12/2025

12/12/2025

Merry Christmas from Hopalong OT and our January Groups 🎄🎁🎄 - https://mailchi.mp/hopalong/httpsus7campaign-archivecomeuniqidub600cb7f2a16ff4897ef61d29id3c2b80a0b4-17727799

08/12/2025

When screen battles feel never-ending
You’re not imagining it — transitions are harder for a child’s brain than we often realise. Especially for neurodivergent young people, coming away from a screen isn’t a behaviour choice. It’s a nervous system shift.

When the dopamine drop hits
Screens create focus, comfort and predictable reward — so stopping suddenly can feel like falling off a cliff. Understanding the brain chemistry behind the struggle helps us respond with support, not frustration.

When it’s not defiance at all
So many meltdowns are simply a child overwhelmed by the jump from one state to another. Their brain isn’t misbehaving — it’s protecting them from overload.

When we can make transitions kinder
A few small changes — connection first, visual cues, sensory bridges, predictable rituals — can transform the experience for everyone at home or in the classroom.

When calm replaces conflict
The goal isn’t to remove screens. It’s to remove the stress around the transition. When we honour the brain, the battles ease.

When you want deeper support
If screens, meltdowns or dysregulation are daily challenges, my behaviour and emotional regulation toolkits walk you through scripts, routines and practical brain-based strategies. Link in comments below ⬇️ or via Linktree Shop in Bio.

05/12/2025

When the rainbow swing become a mountain of deep pressure input on a Friday afternoon

04/12/2025

Proprioceptive Sensory Input - https://mailchi.mp/hopalong/httpsus7campaign-archivecomeuniqidub600cb7f2a16ff4897ef61d29id3c2b80a0b4-17727798

12/11/2025

We are all watching the Thriving Kids space to see how it will impact families and our services

30/10/2025

We are looking for our next receptionist to be based at Peakhurst for a part time or casual role assisting our OTs, kids and parents.

Check out the role below, PM or email tahneew@hopalong.com.au

Apply for HOPALONG OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY FOR CHILDREN Receptionist Job in Sydney, Australia with Compensation: $34.74

27/10/2025

Yay when the new bubble machine actually works!! Bubbles help kids develop their visual tracking skills, tactile sensory processing and hand eye coordination

15/10/2025

The Importance of Turn Taking for Developing Friendships - *|turntaking|*

08/10/2025

Ever wondered why we encourage kids to clap in rhythm when they are jumping on the trampoline. This is why. To help reading and learning