Kool KATTS (Kids And Teens Therapy Service)

Check out our team getting fit and healthy while raising money for mental health! Our team have already done 10,000 push ups this month as part of the @pushforbetter challenge. Check out our guns next time you're in! #headspace #lifeline #thepushupchallenge2024 #mentalhealthot #pushups

🎉 We are thrilled to announce that our Allied Health Therapy Clinic has been nominated as a finalist in the Parramatta Local Business Awards! 🎉 We are so grateful for this recognition and want to thank all of our amazing families who have supported us throughout the years. It is because of YOU that we are able to do what we love every day and help so many children achieve their goals. Our clinic is dedicated to providing the highest quality care and support to each and every one of our families. If you are looking for a compassionate and dedicated team of therapists who will work tirelessly to help you achieve your goals, look no further than our clinic! We are excited to continue serving our community and helping people live their best lives. #OTClinic #OccupationalTherapy #LocalBusinessAwards #Parramatta #Finalist #CommunitySupport #PersonalizedTreatment #QualityCare

You may have noticed some friendly new faces in the Kool KATTS office. Our team has grown to include a whole new service – Speech Pathology! 😃🤩 What is Speech Pathology? Speech Pathology or Speech Therapy is a service that supports communication. This can be sounds, understanding, talking, using communication devices, stuttering and even reading. 📖👂💬🗣 Who needs Speech Pathology? Our Speech Pathologists see children and teens who may have difficulties in the following areas: 🧡 Understanding concepts and following instructions 💚 Using words and sentences to communicate 💙 Saying sounds clearly 💜 Repeating sounds/words (stuttering) 🧡 Communicating socially 🤎 Reading and spelling What does Speech Pathology look like at Kool KATTS? Our Speech Pathologists use a DIR FloorTime approach to intervention, just like our OTs. This means we focus on learning through play and customise intervention based on your child’s individual needs. Every child is different and we tailor our sessions by including any required sensory input (such as our fun swings and slides!) to support communication. If you think your child would benefit from Speech Pathology get in touch with us today by phone, email or the contact form on our website. 📲📞 #speechpathology #speechtherapy #earlyintervention #communication #parramatta

The team at Kool KATTS will be raising money and heart rates this month for the Push-up Challenge! We want to raise awareness for Mental Health support by each doing 3,249 pushups in the month of June. This is the number of lives lost to suicide in 2022. If you or someone you know needs mental health support you can; 1) see your GP for a Mental Health Care Plan. 2) Call Lifeline 3) Reach out to Headspace 4) See our Psychologist who can help support your mental health 5) Donate to our team so that these worthwhile charities can continue their amazing work! You can donate to us here https://lnkd.in/gsceMDf4. Or just cheer us on from the sidelines! 🤩💪🏋 #mentalhealth #pushupchallenge #goodcause

As speech and occupational therapists, we understand the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for children to thrive in. While following rules and regulations is important, we also need to ensure that emotional safety is a top priority. Children who feel emotionally safe are more likely to engage in activities, take risks, and explore their environment. They are also more likely to develop positive relationships with caregivers and peers, leading to better social and emotional development. So how can we move from a focus on compliance to emotional safety? It starts with understanding the unique needs of each child and adapting our approach accordingly. This may mean using sensory-based strategies to help regulate emotions, using positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate behavior, or providing a safe space for children to express their emotions. It also means building strong relationships with children and their families, creating a sense of trust and open communication. By involving families in the therapeutic process and working together towards a common goal, we can create a more supportive and inclusive environment for children to learn and grow. Let's prioritize emotional safety in our work with children and help them reach their full potential! 🌟 Want to learn more? Check out the Beyond Behaviours book by Mona Delahooke #emotionalSafety #InclusiveEnvironments #RelationshipBuilding #ChildDevelopment #SensoryStrategies #PositiveReinforcement #TherapeuticProcess 🌟

👣 Did you know that toe walking is a common characteristic of Autistic children? Toe walking is when a person walks on the balls of their feet instead of their heels, and it can occur for a variety of reasons. 👣 In Autistic children, toe walking may be due to sensory processing issues, such as a hypersensitivity to touch or discomfort wearing certain types of shoes. It can also be a way for them to cope with anxiety or stress. 👣 As occupational therapists, we can work with children who toe walk to develop strategies to address any underlying sensory or emotional issues. We may also recommend exercises to strengthen the muscles in the feet and legs, as well as provide adaptive equipment to improve walking patterns. Check out our website for more information on toe walking and how you can help your little one that toe walks! #OccupationalTherapy #OT #Autism #ToeWalking #SensoryProcessing #Anxiety #Mobility #QualityOfLife.

We love to help parents understand the unique strengths and abilities of their children. When a child is diagnosed with a developmental or learning difference, it's common for parents to view them through a lens of focusing on what is not going to plan. However, it's important to remember that every child has their own set of strengths and talents - and it's our job to help them discover and develop these gifts. When parents learn to see their child differently, they can begin to treat them differently. Instead of focusing on what their child can't do, they can focus on what they can do and help them build on these skills. This positive approach can have a profound impact on a child's self-esteem and confidence. At our clinic, we work with parents to help them understand their child's unique strengths and challenges. We provide them with practical strategies and tools to support their child's development and encourage them to celebrate their successes, no matter how small. If you're a parent of a child with a developmental or learning difference, we encourage you to shift your focus to your child's strengths and abilities. By doing so, you can help them thrive and reach their full potential. 💪🌟 #OT #occupationaltherapy #parenting #differentabilities #strengths #abilities #childdevelopment #learningdifferences #selfesteem #confidence #support #success #potential

🎉👋🏼 Hello everyone! We are thrilled to introduce our newest speech pathologist to our team! Say hello to Michaela! 🎉👋🏼 Michaela has joined our team with a passion for helping children improve their communication skills and achieve their full potential. We know that she will be a valuable asset to our children and their families. Our team is excited to have Michaela on board, and we can't wait for our kids to get to know their newest speech pathologist. Whether it's improving speech articulation, language development, or helping with social communication skills, Michaela is ready to help! Thank you for joining us in welcoming Michaela to our Kool team! 🤗 #speechpathology #communication #speechtherapy #teamwork #welcometoourteam #newmember #speechlanguagepathology 👉🏼 Have any questions about our services or want to schedule a consultation with Michaela? DM or 📧 us today. We'd love to hear from you!

Voting has opened for the Parramatta Local Business Awards! We need your help to make it to the finals for the 6th year! 🤩🎉🏆 You can vote for us by scanning the QR code or heading over to https://lnkd.in/ee3VDhnU

👋 Hey there, friends! Today, we want to talk to you about our brand new evidence based PACT program! PACT stands for Pediatric Autism Communication Therapy, and it's one of our specialised programs here at our clinic. We understand that communication can be a challenge for Autistic children and those with Developmental Delays. That's why we're dedicated to providing a comprehensive approach to therapy that addresses your child's unique needs. Our clinic uses the best evidence-based techniques. PACT is the gold standard of intervention in the UK and throughout Europe. And we're so excited to bring it to you! At our clinic, our most senior clinicians are trained in this specialised program. When you join up to PACT, you can be confident that you're in the best of hands with our Director and Team Leaders running the program. If you have a child with autism who could benefit from our PACT program, we encourage you to reach out to us. We would love to answer any questions you may have and help you get started on the path to improving your child's communication skills. We have only 4 places available for this amazing program! 👉 #pactprogram #earlyintervention #paediatricautismtherapy #communicationtherapy #playbasedtherapy #autismawareness #speechtherapy #occupationaltherapy