Therapy Goals 4 Kids

09/02/2026

Children’s Mental Health Week 9–15 February

This week is Children’s Mental Health Week, and this year's topic is 'belonging' It is important for children and young people to feel supported, understood, and that they belong in any environment.

22/01/2026

❗️Notice - Appointments❗️
All clinic consultations with Claire over the next couples of days will unfortunately be cancelled. You will of received an email/message notification. So sorry for any inconvenience, these will be re-arranged asap.
All messages/emails will be responded to over the next few days.
Thank you
Claire x

17/01/2026

Bruce loves to get involved with his sister's therapy session. We took along some stickers to create a princess, receiving a sticker after completing each task 👏❤️. Yep, Bruce ended up with several on him!!

4yrs old and working on improving her skills following a Paediatric Stroke at 2yrs of age. She is doing absolutely amazing! Her walking ability and upper limb function is coming on so well.

16/01/2026

Our new addition to the clinic - The power strike training machine. This has Bluetooth connection, so we can have your favourite music playing too! 🎵🎼🎸🎧🥊

This will be used to work on visual processing, reaction time, upper limb range of movement and strength. I have a few of my young adults in mind who have Cerebral Palsy and CVI (Cerebral Visual Impairment). Therapy made fun!! Can't wait to try it out! Our Hannah demonstrating in the video 👌

12/01/2026

💫 Why we prescribe Standers for Children 💫

This is just one of a few standers that are designed for younger children. It offers smooth, easy angle adjustments (not the usual stander that involves getting my bag of tools and allan keys out to). It has thoracic and pelvic support, along with flexible leg positions.

Your Paediatric therapist will advise you on which stander is best for your child, should they require one, whether this be an upright, supine or prone stander. Standers are assessed and prescribed by Paediatric Physiotherapists who have expert knowledge in child health & development. They will also advise you on building up tolerance to standing as part of your child's therapy programme.

There are many physiological, psychological & general wellbeing benefits to standing therapy.

💫 prevention of joint contractures
💫 improved range of movement
💫 reduction in spasticity
💫 improves circulation and bowel function
💫 improves respiratory function
💫 maintain or re-gain bone density
💫 develop or improve motor skills
💫 improved renal function, drainage of urinary tract
💫 facilitation of a natural symmetrical standing posture
💫 alleviation of pain caused by prolonged or inappropriate positioning
💫 development of upper body balance & strength
💫 stimulates play and a tray can be added to the front
💫 increased cognition
💫 enhances social development and interactions with peers
💫 increases ADLs
💫 encourages inclusion in school
💫 reduces fatigue from inactivity
💫 increases confidence and self esteem

09/01/2026

Clinic has been closed today as I watched my youngest girl graduate as a PC for Cumbria Police 🚔 👮‍♀️. I know a few of you are waiting on confirmation of appointments. I will be in touch over the weekend. Tomorrow is a home visit day and looking forward to seeing you all.
Thanks
Claire ☺

04/01/2026

03/01/2026

Neurodevelopmental Therapy (NDT)

A hands-on, movement-based approach helping children with developmental, learning, or physical challenges by integrating primitive reflexes, improving brain-body connection, and promoting optimal neurological function.

It uses targeted exercises, sensory input, and movement patterns to address issues like poor coordination, focus, emotional regulation, and learning difficulties, aiming to build foundational skills for better motor control, learning, and confidence in our wee ones.

If you have concerns regarding your child's development, please reach out to our team of highly skilled, experienced paediatric clinicians.

01/01/2026

Wishing everyone a fantastic 2026 🥳🎉
Happy New Year from all the team at Therapy Goals 4 Kids.

We have a very busy year ahead as always, but wouldn't have it any other way. Thank you to all of our families and supporters over 2025!

Our website is still currently a bit of an on-going project, apologies for the delay!

In 2025, we have provided a record number of training sessions into local schools, nurseries & childminders on both sides of the border and received more referrals for children this year than previous years.

We also provided a record number of assessments & treatments in 2025 for children who required much needed support. We see children from newborn babies to younger adults in their 20s.

Our Health Education classes for children & young people will begin again soon (dates to follow). We have welcomed a few Physiotherapy, Children's Nursing & Health Visitor students to the practice too.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us & the business since 2021 💛.

Claire, Jess & Hannah x