OTMe App, Perth (2026)

09/01/2026

✨ Introducing OT-Me. Early Start™

OT-Me. Early Start™ is a flexible 12-week hybrid occupational therapy program designed to support children by empowering parents.

It starts with a clinician-guided assessment, then gives parents short, practical tools they can use in everyday moments. Supported by structured check-ins along the way 🌱

There’s no pressure to do everything, no “perfect plan,” and no diagnosis required. Parents choose where to start, clinicians help guide priorities, and the focus stays on regulation, routines, emotional safety, and gentle independence.

Because supporting children works best when families feel calm, confident, and supported too 🤍

#2026

31/12/2025

As this year comes to a close, we are feeling very grateful! 🎄

It has been a real roller coaster for us. We learned a lot, tried new things, and took some big steps outside our comfort zone. Launching OT-Me. was a huge moment, and seeing it grow has been incredibly special ✨

We are so thankful for the families, therapists, and community who have supported us, shared feedback, and believed in what we are building. You have helped shape OT-Me. more than you know.

Tonight feels less about resolutions and more about appreciation. For the lessons, the growth, the challenges, and the wins!

Thank you for being part of our year. We are so excited for what is ahead in 2026 🎉

#2026

24/12/2025

As Christmas approaches and the year quietly wraps up, take a moment to pause. This year asked a lot, patience, flexibility, resilience, and heart.

Not everything was easy. Not everything went to plan.
But you kept showing up, adjusting, learning, and caring 🌱

So before the busyness of Christmas and the fresh energy of a new year arrive, let this be your reminder:
what you’ve done matters — and you did it amazingly 💟

#2026

16/12/2025

If motivation feels inconsistent, you’re not alone and it’s not a you problem.
For many neurodivergent brains, routines and follow-through are shaped by executive function, energy, and regulation, not willpower.

That’s exactly why we’ve been building something new.
An OT-designed way to support routines, motivation, and daily life without guilt or pressure 🧩🌱

More soon 💟

09/12/2025

Early intervention isn’t just about helping children in the moment — it shapes the skills they carry with them into their teen years 🌈

When kids build strong foundations in emotional regulation, planning, independence, and confidence early on, they step into adolescence with the tools they need to cope, connect, and thrive.

🧩These early skills support them through:
• navigating friendships
• handling school pressure
• managing big emotions
• organising homework and routines
• communicating their needs
• developing a healthy sense of self

Teens who received early support often feel more capable and grounded — not because life got easier, but because they learned how to handle the hard moments.

Early intervention isn’t about “fixing” a child. It’s about giving them the strategies, understanding, and confidence they’ll use for life 💟

⭐️ If you’re looking for early tools to help your child grow with confidence, visit ot-me.com 📲

03/12/2025

Did You Know…?
Children can become overstimulated when their nervous system receives more sensory, emotional, or social input than they can comfortably process.
Some kids show obvious signs — but many hide it to cope 🎭

Here are common hidden (or masked) signs of overstimulation:
• Increased silliness or hyperactivity — the body tries to release built-up sensory energy.
• Quietness or zoning out — a protective “shut down” to reduce incoming input.
• Clinginess — seeking safety and co-regulation from a trusted adult.
• Irritability or frustration — their regulation capacity is running low.
• Difficulty following instructions — the brain is overloaded, not inattentive.
• Meltdowns later at home — once they’re safe, the nervous system releases everything it held in.

⛈️Overstimulation isn’t bad behaviour, it’s a neurobiological response.
Understanding the signs helps us respond with support instead of correction 🧩

Want to learn more about your child’s nervous system and how to support it?
Find helpful tools and guidance at ot-me.com 💟

30/11/2025

🧩Masked vs unmasked — two sides of the same child.
One is how they feel they need to act.The other is how they feel when they’re finally safe.

Swipe to learn what masking looks like and how you can support your child!

07/11/2025

We’re so glad to see The West Australian shining a light on something families have been living with quietly for years — the ADHD “black hole”

Right now, thousands of Australian families are stuck in a system that can’t keep up. Children with ADHD and developmental challenges are waiting years for diagnostic assessments and therapy — missing the window when early support makes the biggest difference!!

But here’s the truth. A diagnosis gives clarity, not capability.
Your child doesn’t have to wait to start building emotional regulation, routines, and independence 🌱💟

✨Occupational therapy focuses on skills, not labels. Research shows that consistent, practical strategies at home, from sensory supports to executive-function routines, can significantly improve a child’s participation, confidence, and wellbeing.

💡If you’re also waiting:
• Start small: build predictable routines 🕓
• Support sensory needs daily (movement, deep pressure, calm breaks)
• Teach emotional language early (“I feel… I need…”)
• Seek community — support reduces burnout ☀️

It’s encouraging to see this issue getting national attention — but families need tools now, not years from now. No child should be left waiting in the dark⭐️

06/11/2025

In a world of packed schedules and back-to-back activities, it’s easy to feel like a “good summer” means doing it all ☀️

But for many kids, especially those with sensitive nervous systems — slower summers are the secret to better regulation, creativity, and emotional growth!

When children aren’t overloaded with constant noise and stimulation, their brains can:
🧠 Rebalance sensory input
🎨 Explore creative, self-directed play
💬 Build social and emotional language
💤 Recover from school-year fatigue

✨ Fun fact: Research in child development shows that unstructured time allows the brain’s default mode network to activate — the system linked to creativity, emotional regulation, and problem-solving.

So if your child says “I’m bored”… that’s okay.
That’s their brain shifting from survival mode to imagination mode.

💡 OT tip:
Try creating a “slow day” each week — no plans, no agenda, just free exploration. You might be surprised by how much learning happens when you don’t plan it ☺️

05/11/2025

Everyone loves summer… right?
Except, for some kids, summer brings a sensory overload disguised as fun ☀️

🧴 The sticky sunscreen,
🏖 The bright sun and glare,
👃 The strong smells from BBQs,
🎵 The constant background noise,
👕 And the change in daily routine
…all add up to one overstimulated nervous system!

For neurodivergent kids especially, this can trigger meltdowns, avoidance, or withdrawal.
It’s not that they don’t want to join in — it’s that their brain is already working overtime to stay regulated.

💡 OT Tips for a Calmer Summer:
👒 Prep the senses: Use a hat and sunglasses to reduce visual input.
💧 Offer breaks: Quiet indoor resets between big activities.
👕 Comfort first: Choose light, non-irritating fabrics.
🧃 Stick to rhythm: Even loose routines (snack, play, cool-down) help kids feel safe.
🧠 Plan predictability: Talk through what’s coming next, transitions are easier when expected.

✨ Fun fact: Research shows that when children experience predictable routines and controlled sensory exposure, their nervous systems stay calmer and more organized (*Miller, 2006; **Schaaf & Mailloux, 2015).

Summer doesn’t have to be “too much.” Sometimes, a little preparation helps the world feel just right 🧩💛

References:
*Miller, L. J. (2006). Sensational Kids: Hope and Help for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder. Penguin.
**Schaaf, R. C., & Mailloux, Z. (2015). Sensory integration. In J. Case-Smith & J. C. O’Brien (Eds.), Occupational Therapy for Children and Adolescents (7th ed.). Elsevier.

03/11/2025

To most people, play just looks like fun.
But as occupational therapists we know it’s how the brain learns to grow, regulate, and connect 🌱

Here’s what’s really happening beneath the surface:
🧱 Building with blocks → planning, fine motor coordination, spatial awareness
🏃‍♀️ Running and swinging → balance, core strength, vestibular regulation
🎨 Drawing and crafting → hand-eye coordination, bilateral integration, patience
🎭 Pretend play → emotional expression, perspective-taking, executive function

Research shows that play is one of the most powerful tools for brain development and emotional regulation (*Case-Smith & O’Brien, 2015; **Lillard et al., 2013). It strengthens neural pathways that support focus, problem-solving, and resilience — skills that make learning (and life) easier!

That’s why, at OT-Me., we don’t separate therapy from fun — we combine them! Because when kids are engaged and joyful, their brains are in the perfect state to learn 🌈

💡 OT tip: Try following your child’s lead for just 10 minutes of uninterrupted play. Notice how they problem-solve, take turns, and explore, you’ll learn more about their sensory and emotional needs than any worksheet could show.

Our References:
*Case-Smith, J., & O’Brien, J. C. (2015). Occupational Therapy for Children and Adolescents (7th ed.). Elsevier.
**Lillard, A. S., et al. (2013). The impact of pretend play on children’s development: A review of the evidence. Psychological Bulletin, 139(1), 1–34.

28/10/2025

Happy 🌈🦋
Here’s to all the amazing OTs making a difference every single day!
We see you and we appreciate you 💟

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