Type of service: Occupational Therapists (independent)

I am a Paediatric Occupational Therapist based in Trowbridge,Wiltshire providing a comprehensive assessment and therapy service for children with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder across the South and West. I work with both the child and family to develop an understanding of the difficulties the child is experiencing. I provide a bespoke range of therapies and practical solutions to help reduce the child's anxiety and stress levels which will improve their behaviour and ability to learn. The children I work with have various conditions including:- .

• Autism
• Aspergers syndrome
• Dyspraxia
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder/ ADHD
• Learning Difficulties
• Developmental Delay
• Sensory and Sensorimotor dysfunction

As a trainer I can provide a wide range of training programmes for parents ,schools ,afterschool clubs and lesuire centres. These can include What is Autism, The Sensory Impact of Autism and The Value of Visual Support. These will help to support the inclusion of the child. .

Aimed at: Adolescent , Child

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Other specialisms: Learning disability

Registrations and professional qualifications: Diploma in Occupational Therapy; Certificate in Counselling skills; PECS Picture Exchange Communication System; NAS EarlyBird trainer.