Red Robyn Occupational Therapy Services

25/02/2026

Dear Families and Carers,

I am SO very excited to let you know that as a Circle of Security Parenting Program Facilitator, I am now taking expressions of interest for our 2026 programs! The Circle of Security Program is an evidence-based parenting program that aims to support, strengthen and grow your relationship with your child or children. In addition to this program which runs for 1-2 hours each week for eight weeks in total, I will also be offering follow up support in the weeks following the program, which will be included in the fee.
For NDIS clients, this may be claimable through your plan.

Please reach out for further information.

Have a wonderful week ahead!

17/02/2026

Why Core and Shoulder Strength Matter for Little Hands!

As an occupational therapist, one of the most important things I support in young children is the development of fine motor skills — the small, precise movements needed for drawing, doing up buttons, cutting with scissors, and eventually handwriting.

But here’s something many parents don’t realise:

Fine motor development follows a proximal to distal trajectory.

That means control develops from the centre of the body outward.

Before a child can refine small finger movements, they need:

• Stable core muscles
• Strong and coordinated shoulder girdle muscles
• Good upper arm control
• Stable wrists

Only then can the hands and fingers move with precision, endurance, and control.

If a child struggles with core or shoulder stability, you may notice:
• Slouching or leaning on the table
• Switching hands frequently
• Avoiding colouring or drawing
• Using excessive pressure or very light pressure
• Fatigue during fine motor tasks
• Immature pencil grasp patterns

When we strengthen the “big muscles” first, we create a stable base so the hands can do their best work.

Stay tuned and in my next post I will share some fun and creative way to develop these skills all while having a blast!! 🚀

23/10/2025

Over the past three days I have been completely immersed in the most incredible training which I cannot wait to bring back to and share with the families I work with! Just one more day to go!

As a soon to be Circle of Security Parenting Program Facilitator I am already beginning to plan how this will take shape.

The Circle of Security Parenting Program (COSP) is an evidence based framework stemming from 60 years of research. The program aims to support and guide parents in building secure attachments with their children at various ages and developmental stages. We will support you to notice and respond to your child’s cues, to meet their emotional needs, build confidence within themselves and the wider world and enhance their overall resilience and positive relationships as they move through childhood, teenage years and beyond!

I am so grateful to be on this journey, both professionally and personally.

Stay tuned as we will be taking expressions of interest for the Circle of Security Parenting Program in 2026, soon!

Link below if your are interested in finding out more about this program!

Over the next few weeks I will begin sharing a little more about my own insights and learnings. Please reach out with any questions!

https://www.circleofsecurityinternational.com/pages/what-is-the-circle-of-security

12/08/2025

In clinic Tuesday appointments now available, fortnightly! Flexible service options also available depending on family and client needs. For example telehealth appointments for parent coaching relating to occupational therapy goals (e.g toileting, sleeping, eating, regulation). Thursday evening after hours phone or Telehealth supports available also.

I continue to provide mobile/outreach based occupational therapy services on Mondays and Fridays.

Clinic appointments are located with the wonderful at level 1 855 Plenty Road South Morang! Thankyou Emma for my beautiful welcome this afternoon! 💐

13/07/2025

We will be open to clinic based appointments from Tuesday the 12th of August! I will continue to provide a mobile/outreach based service Monday and Fridays.

Website is now live! Please reach out with any enquiries.

Welcome to Red Robyn Occupational Therapy Services! Services Individual Child and Family Centered Therapy Every child is unique and comes to therapy with a unique set of skills and abilities in addition to areas of difficulty. We provide targeted support for both your child and the family as a whole...

31/12/2024

In clinic Occupational Therapy Mental Health supports available soon!

I have extensive experience and additional training in the area of child and youth mental health and wellbeing. I utilize a range of therapeutic modalities based on each individuals strengths and needs, including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Sensory Integration/ Modulation and Play based therapy.

I have also completed formal training in Rhythm2Recovery and Dr Ross Greenes Collaborative and Proactive Solutions which involves families in the problem solving process.

Stay tuned regarding when in clinic services will commence and contact me with any questions! I am happy to discuss reduced fees to enable all families in need to access support.

Have a wonderful and peaceful new years! See you in 2025!!

Holistic, person-centered, neuro affirming Occupational Therapy Services for Children, Youth and Families. Outreach based in NE suburbs of Melbourne.

Backed by 11 years of clinical practice.

Email at [email protected] for enquiries and booking

26/08/2024

As a Paediatric Occupational Therapist I have extensive expertise and training in the areas of feeding and mealtime therapy.

Here are some tips and tricks that have helped many of the children and families I have supported over the years!

Robyn 🙂

15/08/2024

Hello, I’m Robyn! I just wanted to introduce a little about my professional areas of expertise! I’m also a mum to three beautiful children 🙂

08/08/2024

Welcome! My name is Robyn and I have been a registered Occupational Therapist for just over 11 years.

I am passionate about supporting children, youth and families in reaching their goals and navigating through their unique journeys.

I am officially open for bookings and operate as a mobile/outreach based service in the North Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne!

Red Robyn Occupational Therapy can see Plan and Self Managed NDIS clients, Private and various plans through Medicare. I am finalising details with Medicare so this will be available shortly.

Please reach out with any enquires. I will be introducing myself and my clinical areas of expertise soon!

Robyn