I am passionate about supporting children and young people to maximise their independence and wellbeing. Rachael is a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist with 14 years’ experience in complex disability and neurological conditions. She is passionate about supporting children and young people with a range of physical and neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism and sensory processing difficulties to maximise their independence, wellbeing and access to education. Rachael works with children, young people and their families at home and in school to complete full assessments, create bespoke sensory and physical programmes which support sensory regulation, emotional regulation, handwriting and functional tasks e.g., dressing, as well as contributing to EHCP assessments and reviews, including tribunals. In addition, Rachael works part time at a specialist residential school for students with profound and multiple physical and learning disability, and has expertise in assistive technology, moving and handling, postural management, specialist equipment and adaptations. Rachael also provides training to parents, schools and professionals to help further support children’s needs. Recent comments from parents have included:
‘‘I feel she has really under stood my child’s needs’’
‘‘I just wanted to drop you a note to say how excellent your OT challenge was this week. Your videos and notes were superb and really helped me to understand how I could help and support D to meet the challenge’’
Rachael is committed to providing fun, motivating sessions which boost self-worth, wellbeing as well as skills. She ensures she maintains her continuing professional development through regular training to increase knowledge and deliver best practice Occupational Therapy.
