At Brickthrough Therapy, we walk alongside children and families to help them grow, connect, and thrive. Based in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, we offer paediatric occupational therapy that is neuro-affirming, play-based, and grounded in each child’s strengths.
Meeting Families Wherever They Are
We work flexibly across home, school, community, or telehealth settings to meet families where they are. As an experienced NDIS provider, we also assist with assessments and reports to help families access the support they need.
Where Every Child Can Flourish
With cultural sensitivity and an inclusive approach, we welcome families from all backgrounds and aim to create a safe space where every child can flourish.
Services We Provide
Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy is customised to your child’s needs and goals, and includes parent education to support continued progress at home.
Our therapy supports children in areas such as:
Sensory processing and emotional regulation
Fine and gross motor development
Self-care and independence skills (e.g., dressing, feeding, toileting)
School participation (e.g., attention, transitions, handwriting)
Social interaction and communication
Executive functioning and daily routines
Assessments & Reports
Understanding your child’s strengths and challenges is a key part of effective support. At Brickthrough Therapy, we offer a range of assessments to inform therapy planning, track progress, and support funding or school applications.
Types of assessments we offer include:
Sensory Processing Assessments
Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
to support NDIS access, plan reviews, or increased funding requestsDevelopmental Screeners or Check-Ins
School Readiness Assessments
Our reports are family-friendly, clear, and goal-oriented. We’re also happy to attend case conferences or team meetings to explain reports and advocate for your child’s supports.
Community & School Visits
We visit schools, kinders, and community settings to support children in their everyday environments. By working closely with educators and families, we help build strategies that support regulation, participation, and learning.
Our school and community visits may include:
Collaborative goal-setting with educators and school teams
Classroom observations to understand your child’s strengths and needs
In-the-moment support during challenging routines (e.g. morning transitions, group time)
Strategies to improve participation in learning, play, and social settings
Sensory/environmental audits and tailored adjustments
We maintain strong communication with educators and other therapists to ensure a consistent and holistic approach across settings. With your consent, we can also contribute to Student Support Group (SSG) meetings and Individual Learning Plan (ILP) reviews.
Parent Coaching & Support
At Brickthrough Therapy, we believe that empowered parents create empowered children. You are your child’s biggest advocate and support—and we’re here to walk alongside you.
Our parent coaching may include:
Emotional coaching to support your child’s regulation
Visual schedules, social stories, and home strategies
Toileting, mealtime, or sleep routines
School readiness and transition planning
Coaching for specific challenges (e.g. meltdowns, rigidity, independence)
Parent sessions can be offered face-to-face or via telehealth, providing flexibility for busy families.
