Butterflies Holistic Occupational Therapy

Butterflies Holistic Occupational Therapy We are a friendly and reliable local children’s and adults occupational therapy service offering a bespoke and personalised approach within and around Leeds.

We are non-judgemental, flexible and transparent.

14/11/2025

Time to put on our detective hats and bust some common myths about Occupational Therapy! 🕵️‍♀️

If you’ve heard any of these, you’re not alone! OT is a broad field, and we love helping people understand the unique and vital role we play in assisting people to live life to the fullest.

Which of these surprised you the most? Let us know below!

Therapist Tip from Butterflies OT: Add a PauseIf your child is struggling with a task, a meltdown, or impulsivity, our i...
03/11/2025

Therapist Tip from Butterflies OT: Add a Pause

If your child is struggling with a task, a meltdown, or impulsivity, our instinct is often to jump in quickly with the answer or the solution. But here's a powerful tool for building their executive functioning skills:

➡️ The Power of the Pause.

Instead of immediately giving instructions, try counting to five (or even ten!) and waiting. This gives the child's brain time to:
1. Process the situation and the sensory input.
2. Generate an idea for how to solve the problem.
3. Practice self-regulation by waiting instead of reacting.

This simple pause shifts the responsibility from you to them, fostering independence and problem-solving. It's a game-changer!

How do you encourage waiting/processing time in your home? Share your strategies below!

03/11/2025

3 things to do to calm YOUR central nervous system... fast...

Local Gem SpotlightThis month, we're shouting out one of our favourite spots in Leeds for a sensory-rich family day out:...
02/11/2025

Local Gem Spotlight

This month, we're shouting out one of our favourite spots in Leeds for a sensory-rich family day out: Kirkstall Abbey! 🏰

Why we love it from an OT perspective:
❤️ Vestibular Input: The wide, open lawns are perfect for running, spinning, and rolling.
❤️ Tactile & Visual: Exploring the old stone ruins provides a fascinating range of textures to touch and intricate visual details to explore.
❤️ Proprioception: Climbing up and down the grassy hills or carrying a picnic basket provides great "heavy work" for the joints and muscles!

Remember to pack snacks, a ball, and a warm layer for the best experience. It's free to visit and a fantastic way to connect with the local history while getting valuable sensory input!

📍 Where should we feature next? Drop your favourite Leeds family spot in the comments!

28/10/2025

Tidy up with me!

Big multi sensory session followed by a big tidy up and clean!

Lovely to be back... more fun content on its way!

Need a reset? Try a Quick Sensory Break Whether you're at work, school, or home, a few minutes of focused sensory input ...
28/10/2025

Need a reset? Try a Quick Sensory Break

Whether you're at work, school, or home, a few minutes of focused sensory input can do wonders for regulation and attention. Our OTs love these quick fixes:

⭐ Squeeze & Release (Proprioceptive): Keep a stress ball, piece of putty, or even a pillow nearby. Squeeze hard for 5 seconds, then release. Repeat 5 times.

⭐Figure 8 Tracing (Visual/Motor): Use your finger to slowly trace a big, imaginary number eight in the air. Follow it with your eyes. Great for calming the visual system!

⭐ Deep Dives (Vestibular/Auditory): Take 5 deep, slow breaths. On the exhale, make a long, audible "shhhhh" sound or a hum. The vibration helps calm the nervous system.

⭐ Heavy Work Push (Proprioceptive): Push a wall or a desk for 10 seconds. You're giving your body instant feedback about its position in space!

➡️ Save this post for those moments you need a quick reset!

23/10/2025

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Leeds
LS81AY

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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We are about making positive change happen. We do this by being holistic and bespoke.

Butterflies explores and assess’s, plans bespoke solutions, engage’s and implements therapy and evaluates intervention and progress.

We offer services to support children who may be having difficulties with everyday activities which is having a negative impact on their lives. These include, dressing, toileting, feeding, emotional regulation, handwriting, fine motor. We provide assessment, goal setting and therapy.

We can complete specific assessments to support your children with gaining learning access arrangements at school such as use of a laptop and/or extra time in exams if relevant and required. These assessments are linked to handwriting, motor function impairment and any sensory needs.