About Playworks OT
Playworks is a Neurodiversity Affirming Practice which focuses on assisting children and young people to work towards their goals.
We specialise in older children, teens and young adults primarily with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, as well as sensory and regulation challenges.
We provide primarily clinic based services, with some community visits to home or school.
We support children and young people from 10-21 years of age. We can provide assessment, therapy and ongoing support to clients in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne.
About Me:
Jessica is an Occupational Therapist and founder of Playworks OT. After completing her Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, 2009 she went on to enter the Public Health System. She worked in a variety of roles specialising in Neurological Rehabilitation working with both young and older adults. Jessica transitioned into Paediatrics in 2021 and has more recently enjoyed supporting children in private practice, schools, kindergartens, home and clinic based settings.
Jessica has a special interest in Neurodiversity Affirming Practice and comes from a rich “neuro-spicy” family background. She loves to educate and support children and young people to understand their own neurology and develop self advocacy skills. When she is not at work Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and pets, cooking new foods or socialising with friends.
Neurodiversity Affirming Occupational Therapy
Neurodiversity Affirming occupational therapy principles:
child lead
inclusive
presumes competence
empowering
individualised