Sensory Processing

Occupational Therapy

Sensory processing refers to how the brain receives, organises, and responds to information from our senses. When a child has sensory processing difficulties, everyday activities can become overwhelming or under-stimulating — affecting learning, behaviour, and daily life.

Children may be over-responsive (hypersensitive) to sensory input — covering ears at normal sounds, refusing certain clothing textures, or avoiding messy play. Others may be under-responsive (hyposensitive) — seeking intense input like crashing, spinning, or touching everything. Some children show a mixed pattern. Sensory processing difficulties frequently co-occur with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and feeding challenges.

Signs Your Child May Need Support

  • Over-sensitivity to noise, touch, or textures

  • Seeking intense sensory input (crashing, spinning)

  • Difficulty with transitions and new environments

  • Food texture aversions

  • Poor body awareness and coordination

  • Emotional meltdowns triggered by sensory overload

  • Difficulty sitting still or paying attention

  • Avoidance of messy play, sand, or water

Our Approach

Our OTs use evidence-based sensory integration therapy in your child's natural environment. We create sensory diets — personalised daily activity plans that provide the right amount and type of sensory input to help your child stay regulated. We also work with families and schools to modify environments and routines to better support sensory needs.

Home Visits

In your child's familiar environment

How We Deliver Therapy

We come to you — wherever your child is most comfortable.

School & Daycare

We come to your child's setting

Telehealth

Video sessions Australia-wide

Community

Parks, playgrounds, libraries

Other Occupational Therapy Focus Areas

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Book a free 15-minute phone call, or make a referral. No waitlist, no GP referral needed.

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