Sarah Suthers Clarkin, Occupational Therapist

17/01/2026

Only 1/4 of Aussie kids are getting enough physical activity each day. Learn how to encourage kids and teenagers to move more and sit less!

16/01/2026

Minecraft groups next week! Join us for the final Minecraft social skills groups of these holidays as we revisit some of the basic communication topics such as cooperation, compromise and creativity whilst working together in Minecraft to build a farm! Call on 3112 7735 or book online ssc-occupational therapy.com

07/01/2026

We are kicking off the new year with the topic "being honest" in Minecraft groups this week. After the learning tasks the kids are creating their own treehouses. Here's a couple of wonderful designs - a tree-top house accessed via a bridge, and a cosy room with a skylight and picture window!

If you haven't already booked for the last week of the holidays there are some spots left on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - give us a call or book online at ssc-occupationaltherapy.com

19/12/2025

We are closed until 5th January to have some rest and recharge time! For me that will look like lots of time outdoors and catching up with family. I hope that you all can spend time doing things that bring you peace and happiness these holidays.

You can still call, email or message over the break, and we will get back to you in January 2026!

**Any regular clients who are not yet booked in for next year and wish to be, please send us a message or give us a call to let us know**

15/12/2025

Preparing Lapis Lazuli pancakes for Minecraft groups today! This recipe comes from The Minecrafter’s Cookbook (written by Tara Theoharis and published by Scholastic)

05/12/2025

Our first Minecraft group topic for the Christmas holidays is "managing difficult feelings". Kids will learn what to do when they have difficult feelings at home and at school, to help them feel better and make good choices.

A couple of spaces are left for the first week - book in now if your child is interested, by phone, message or at ssc-occupationaltherapy.com

You can book for the New Years' groups now too - head on over to https://www.ssc-occupationaltherapy.com/book-an-appointment.html

Hope to see you there for BLOCKS of fun 😄

03/12/2025

The first "Self-Care for Girls" group wrapped up yesterday, with overall very positive feedback from participants. The final session practicing natural makeup routines was the most popular!

This group will run again in term 2 next year (May-June) - watch this space for reminders if you are interested, or message me to go on the mailing list.

28/11/2025

MINECRAFT Social Skills Groups - starting first week of school holidays!! All welcome - see timetable below. Bookings can be made through the website ssc-occupationaltherapy.com, or give us a call. NDIS funding can be used for these groups.

28/10/2025

Drinking the right amount of fluids is one of the self-care "occupations" we often work on here in OT. This post from the Qld Children's Hospital is a nice easy reference for how much to drink and what colour your p*e should be!

☀️ With hot weather sticking around, it’s time for a quick hydration check for your little ones 💧

Kids lose fluids fast through sweat, so watch for darker wee — pale yellow is ideal! Encourage regular sips of plain water, even if they say they’re not thirsty 🥤Skip sugary, salty or icy drinks 🚫

Babies can’t tell us when they’re thirsty, so keep an eye on wet nappies. Fewer than usual in 24 hours? That’s a sign to call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) or see your doctor 👶

Water goals per day:
5–8 yrs: 1L 💦
9–12 yrs: 1.5L 💦
13+: 2L 💦

Use the wee colour chart to help spot dehydration early and keep those little bodies happy and hydrated 💛

14/10/2025

Getting the take-home packs ready for our first Self-Care for Girls group today, where we will learn basic skin care for our face!

There are still spaces in this term’s group if you have a teen/tween keen to join!

10/10/2025

Our brand new "Self-care for girls" group starts next Tuesday 3.45pm. We kick off the program with a session about skin care routines. Ideal for teens and tweens with autism, ADHD, or any other challenges that make it harder for them to learn these life skills.

See the website or call us for more information! NDIS funding is accepted.

09/10/2025

We added the option of a two-person group for our last MINECRAFT SOCIAL SKILLS holiday groups, and it worked really well! The two-person group provides a quieter sensory environment and allows more one-to-one attention for each child, as well as lots of in-the-moment support with social interactions.

Look for this option when you book online next holidays or give us a call for more information!