sensory processing

Services sensory processing

We continue to develop and provide services on demand, e.g. attending case conferences and providing professional development workshops for teachers. sensory processing

Group therapy sessions are developed with specific outcomes in mind, e.g. handwriting clinics, and are scheduled when compatible group members are available. sensory processing

The therapy process at SPOTS - Therapy for Children is based on Data Driven Decision-Making steps: sensory processing

STEP 1. Gathering of information and identifying applicable assessment

Initial parent contact
30 minutes FREE

Telephone conversation to determine whether our service is a good fit for the child.

Preparing and sending parent and teacher information and documentation needed for the first contact session.

PRE-PRIMARY and OLDER: Intake session: Initial interview and Ayres' clinical observations
1 hour $157.50

Identifying the child's strengths and main participation challenges. To determine the applicable assessment route for the child using all the data from clinical observations and information gained from parent interview and questionnaires.

STEP 2. Assessment Session(s)

Capped at 1.5 hours per session
Toddlers - year 12 students
1.5 hours $236.25

Subsequent 1.5 hour session assessing underlying causes for main participation challenges using standardised and/or specialists tests.

Brief assessment is usually one session

Two or more sessions may be needed to complete a comprehensive or specialist assessment.

STEP 3. Reporting of results

From $157.50

Reports summarising results and providing recommendations are charged at hourly rate of $157.50/hour.

Comprehensive reports can be provided upon request.

The specialist test of Sensory Integration (SIPT) requires a comprehensive report.

Other reports requested will be charged at the hourly rate.

STEP 4. Feedback and Developing Goals

Parent session
45 minutes $116

As an important part of the assessment process, a 45-minute session with parents are scheduled with the purpose to discuss assessment results and formulate goals and treatment plan for therapy.

STEP 5. Intervention

Intervention Therapy
45 minutes $116

Subsequent, individualised therapy working towards family-led goals using therapeutic, specific and fun activities and specialised equipment.

Includes home programs / ongoing sensory diet reviews / strategies as needed.

Additional therapeutic items may need to be purchased at times when indicated.

Group Therapy (4 members: 1 therapist)
60 minutes $52.50 per session - paid in full for the group term

Group therapy sessions are developed with specific outcomes in mind, e.g. handwriting clinics, and are scheduled when compatible group members are available. Usually paid per block of sessions, unless otherwise arranged.

STEP 6. Monitoring progress and measuring outcomes

Re-Assessment
1.5 hours $236.25

Scheduled re-assessment session with the purpose to re-evaluate identified challenges and formally measure outcome of therapy using standardised tests, interviews and clinical observations.

Additional consultations with parents
30 minutes $78.75

Should the need arise for additional face to face consultation over and above 10-15 minute contact via email or phone, parents may schedule time with the therapist. Therapists are available during business hours most Mondays - Fridays.

School visits and teacher consultations

Teacher consultations via phone / email
15 minutes FREE

School visits
30 minutes $78.75

This may include training in therapeutic strategies and implementation of a sensory diet.

Formal Case Conferences
1.5 hours $236.25

Meeting with teachers and/or other allied health providers. Travel included.

School Professional developmental Training

Esmé is passionate about training and supporting teachers. Topics, fees and allocated time for training are open for negotiations.