Empowering kids to grow, learn and thrive through Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Paediatric Occupational Therapy across Sunshine Coast and Perth
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What Is Paediatric Occupational Therapy (OT)?
At More Than Able, our experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapists work with families across the Sunshine Coast, central Queensland and Perth. We support children from birth to 18 years, helping them build the skills they need to thrive in everyday life.
Children’s occupational therapy is all about helping kids do the things that matter most, their daily ‘occupations.’ That includes everything from getting dressed and using the toilet to making friends, feeding themselves, managing emotions, and learning at school. These are the real jobs of childhood, and we’re here to make them easier.
Based in Maroochydore and offering outreach support across central Queensland and Perth communities, our Occupational Therapists take a holistic, evidence-based approach. We look at how your child’s brain, body, and environment all work together, creating practical, goal-focused plans that support your family in real life.
Whether your child needs support with developmental delays, emotional regulation, sensory processing, feeding, or assistive equipment, our team is here to help. From navigating complex disabilities to fine-tuning everyday routines, we work alongside families to create meaningful change.
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If you’re unsure if OT input is right for your child, fill out the form below, and one of our team will contact you to help.
Developing Independence, Relationships, and a Sense of Wonder
Our experienced team takes a holistic, family-centred approach because we know everything’s connected. From early intervention and baby developmental checks to supporting teens with complex needs, we create strategies that work in real life. We make everyday tasks achievable through visual supports, routine adjustments, and clever independence-building strategies. And yes, we make it fun!
We don’t just work with your child, we partner with you, building your confidence and skills so you feel empowered to support your child’s development. Whether your child needs support with developmental delays, complex disabilities, or just isn’t quite meeting their milestones, our Paediatric Occupational Therapists create practical solutions that make a real difference. Because we believe every child deserves to participate fully in life’s daily adventures, whatever that looks like for them.
The development of independence in self-care, forming relationships, engaging with the world around us, and figuring out how to use our bodies are all essential childhood experiences. These life elements are also chock-full of, you guessed it, occupations.
The More Than Able team are highly experienced and passionate about your child’s development, particularly when there are barriers to success and fulfilment for them and your family.
Our Pediatric Occupational Therapists take a developmental approach to address areas of physical ability (fine and gross motor skills), play development, sensory processing and modulation, social and emotional development, educational skills, visual motor skills, and self-help skills.
How We Can Help
More than able therapy is dedicated to partnering with families through their therapy journey. We provide family-centered occupational therapy, physiotherapy, paediatric services for children with a variety of neurological and developmental disabilities.
Get some saucy details about our team
Meet Jamine – Director, Senior OT & Clinical Educator
The small Central Queensland town of Emerald raised the fun-loving, coffee-drinking, horse riding, and wit-filled lady named Janine, Jasmine, no wait…. Jamine (she’s heard all the variations!).
As one of the directors and owners of More Than Able Therapy, Jamine brings her extensive experience as a Senior Occupational Therapist, Clinical Educator, and professional supervisor to our team. Her passion for supporting families, professionals, and our MDT team is evident in everything she does – from clinical work to presenting at professional development events. Having worked across education, private practice, and health sectors in both metropolitan and regional settings, she brings a wealth of practical knowledge to her role.
Jamine’s smile, warmth, and generous nature are proudly sponsored by her coffee addiction (which she swears has magical powers and got her through her degree at the University of the Sunshine Coast). These days, she’s living her best life as a wife to Adam and bonus-mum to two beautiful girls, with their four-legged family member Ted completing the crew.
When she’s not supporting families, mentoring professionals, or leading our clinical team, you’ll find her giving impromptu pep-talks to whoever needs one, hosting dinner parties, or making any excuse for a cheese board and wine picnic with a mountain view (Maleny, we’re looking at you!). Her love for people, combined with her ability to identify what makes each client special, makes her a natural at supporting families through their journey.
Factoids about Jamine:
- Born in South Africa, but you’d only guess from her love of BBQ and Rugby
- Can quote F.R.I.E.N.D.S word for word (she’s definitely a Monica, but we love her anyway)
- Believes coffee, wine, and cheese should be essential food groups
Jamine delights in journeying through the highs and lows of life with her clients, while bringing her expertise in paediatric therapy, professional development, and clinical education to the More Than Able family.
Meet Delia Weston | Director, Physiotherapist
Delia is our resident physiotherapist and one of the clinic directors at More Than Able Therapy.
Some words that could be used to describe her include; passionate, determined, thoughtful, and just a little bit cheeky. She started her life in the USA, and through several happy accidents has found herself putting roots down on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.
Delia completed her undergraduate studies in Florida and gained her postgraduate physiotherapy qualification at Bond University early in 2015.
Delia was lucky enough to grow up with a sister who had Cerebral Palsy, and from a young age, she knew that she was meant to be a physiotherapist supporting children like Amber.
She loves living by the beach, reading sci-fi fantasy literature (nerd), lifting heavy weights, and buying too many plants. Delia is a deep thinker who has a shocking amount of knowledge about a huge array of things.
Thankfully, one of those things is physiotherapy!
Factoids about Delia
- She can quote any line from the first Harry Potter movie and may or may not have a harry potter themed tattoo.
- Once upon a time, she was a competitive surf boat rower.
- She is a fan of hibernation and will nap at any opportunity she gets.
- She must eat every 2 hours or risk the HANGER.
Our Process
Step One: Assessment
Where are we starting from?
The first appointment is about getting to know you and your child and finding out what matters to your family. Our therapists assess your child’s current abilities and develop an understanding of their strengths and difficulties.
Step Two: Setting Goals
Where are we going?
We are committed to collaborating with our clients, and their parents about what matters to them. Let’s dream up a future where they’re a ballet dancer, an independent adult, or an astronaut. As a team (yes, you’re on the team) we will break that down into small and achievable goals in the here and now that we can work towards in therapy.
Step Three: Therapy
How do we do this?
We know you’ve heard this before, but it’s important to know that therapy is a journey. Each team member has a role to play, and our therapists are in it with your family. Regular therapy sessions include a variety of dynamic and effective therapy approaches tailored to your child’s needs. This includes the creation of home programs and parent coaching.
Step Four: Review
How is it going?
Reflecting on what we are working on is an essential part of the process. We rely on parents collaborating with us, and honestly examining every aspect of the supports that are in place for their child in order for us to make changes as needed. We frequently check in on the progress of our specific and measurable therapy goals, and strive to create an opportunity to celebrate all the little milestones on the journey. We think of this step as the pit-stop, and we aren’t afraid to ask for directions if we’ve gotten a little waylaid.
Programs we offer
Face-To-Face Therapy
Our therapists know how to engage your child in adventures and play with therapy baked right in.
We provide a variety of face-to-face therapy options to ensure that all of your child’s needs are met. This results in a happy uplifting therapy experience that leaves your child wanting to come back for more!
Therapy Options
MTA offers the following options to suit your family’s needs.
Equipment Options May Include:
Our therapists work on developmental goals that support access to sporting programs, education centers, social events, and public spaces.
Hydrotherapy
Kindergarten screener
Community access
We share knowledge and experiences about disability with anyone who will listen.
Professional Development
Workshops and Training
Group Therapy
Community and Home Assessments
Parent Support Groups
Outreach therapy services to regional and remote Queensland by consultation
FAQs
What is paediatric occupational therapy?
Paediatric occupational therapy helps children develop the skills needed to participate in everyday activities, including self-care, play, learning, social interaction and independence.
How do I know if my child needs occupational therapy?
Your child may benefit from occupational therapy if they experience challenges with fine motor skills, sensory processing, emotional regulation, attention, coordination, handwriting, daily routines or participation at home, school or in the community.
Do I need a referral for occupational therapy?
No. You can contact More Than Able Therapy directly to arrange an occupational therapy assessment or discuss your child’s needs with our team.
What age groups do you support?
We support children from infancy through to adolescence, providing personalised therapy that evolves with your child’s developmental needs and goals.
Do you offer occupational therapy in schools and homes?
Yes. Depending on your child’s needs and location, therapy may be provided in our clinic, at home, in educational settings or within the community.
What happens during the first occupational therapy appointment?
The first appointment focuses on understanding your child’s strengths, challenges and goals. Your therapist will complete assessments, gather information from parents and discuss recommendations for ongoing support.
Do you support children with autism and ADHD?
Yes. Our occupational therapists regularly support children with autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, developmental delays, cerebral palsy and a range of other developmental and physical conditions.
