RCOT Paediatric Occupational Therapy

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RCOT Paediatric Occupational Therapy School-aged paediatric OT, with a focus on sensory processing, emotions and behaviour. Specialising in ASD support for children and young adults.

11/09/2026

Flexible seating can support regulation, attention and participation by providing appropriate sensory input and opportunities for movement and position changes during seating activities. For some children, having access to different seating options and movement can help maintain alertness, attention, comfort and engagement.

Flexible seating also recognises that effective learning does not require a child to remain completely still, allowing them to use movement in a purposelful way while maintain participation in classroom tasks.

Options shown in this video:
1. Laying on the floor
2. Wobble chair
3. Peanut ball - straddle
4. Howda Hug chair
5. Wobble cushion
6. Exercise ball
7. Peanut ball - on belly
8. Inflatable toy/seat to straddle
9. Cloudsac or beanbag
10. Swing

Bonus. Headstand (just for fun) 🤸🏽‍♂️

Parent Wellness and Support Group 🫶🏽Interested? Let us know by September 21st.Phone: 0431 443 828Email: admin@rcot.net.a...
09/09/2026

Parent Wellness and Support Group 🫶🏽

Interested? Let us know by September 21st.

Phone: 0431 443 828
Email: [email protected]

28/08/2026

Gus swinging into the weekend this Friday! 🤪

Swinging gives the vestibular system plenty of movement input, while crashing into the foam blocks adds strong proprioceptive input through the muscles and joints.

For many kids, this combination can help organise their body, support regulation and make it easier to get back to playing, learning or connecting.

Meet Tom 🏄‍♂️ Tom is currently in his first year of studying Occupational Therapy at Curtin University and has a strong ...
27/08/2026

Meet Tom 🏄‍♂️

Tom is currently in his first year of studying Occupational Therapy at Curtin University and has a strong passion for working with children and families in the paediatric field.

As RCOT’s Administration Assistant, Tom works alongside Tiarn to support the day-to-day running of the clinic, assisting with client bookings and enquiries, payments, and staff scheduling on Thursday and Friday.

Outside of work and university, Tom enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing football, surfing, and heading off on road trips to explore WA.

14/08/2026

🩵DONATION MATCH WEEKEND🩵

Every dollar donated TODAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY will be matched by RCOT.

Help Reid reach his goal of $1,000 for youth mental health.

Saturday, September 5th from 3:30am until Midnight - 20 hours of….

🤐 No Talking

📱 No Technology

🔲 2x2 square

📝 Only pen, paper & his own thoughts

11/08/2026

Because apparently being an OT doesn’t automatically make you good at everything we ask our kids to do! 🤭

We might work on balance, coordination, motor planning and body awareness…but sometimes the therapists need practice too! 😂

A big thank you to our student, Katie, for making us a rainbow hopscotch that we can all have fun with 🥰 🌈

Why do occupational therapists engage in expressive visual art? When OTs talk about expressive visual art, we’re talking...
11/08/2026

Why do occupational therapists engage in expressive visual art?

When OTs talk about expressive visual art, we’re talking about any creative activity that allows someone to express themselves, explore their identity, or just engage with materials in a way that feels good to their nervous system.

Why Expressive Visual Art Works for Regulation and Self-Awareness

Here’s where it gets interesting from a nervous system perspective.

When kids (or adults) engage in creative activities, several things happen at once:

The body gets involved. Art naturally engages the senses. You’re touching materials, seeing colours and shapes, maybe hearing sounds. This multisensory engagement can be regulating on its own.

The pressure drops. When there’s no “right” answer – no correct way to paint a picture or build with blocks – kids can relax. The perfectionist part of their brain gets to take a break.

Communication opens up. Something about having your hands busy and your focus elsewhere makes conversation feel safer. Kids who struggle to talk about their feelings often open up naturally while creating.

Body awareness increases. Creating art gives you opportunities to notice how your body feels. Are your shoulders tight? Are your hands sticky from the paint? Does this texture feel good or uncomfortable?

What’s your favourite way to express yourself through art?

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20 Hours for 20Talk 2026 🤫📵Saturday, September 5th – From 4am until midnightReid is sitting in a 2×2 square in silence f...
29/07/2026

20 Hours for 20Talk 2026 🤫📵

Saturday, September 5th – From 4am until midnight

Reid is sitting in a 2×2 square in silence for 20 hours with no technology and without talking to raise funds for youth mental health charity, 20Talk. Funds raised go towards putting young people aged 16-30 in a free Mental Health Maintenance Course.

For more information, please visit www.20talk.com.au.

Help Reid raise some money for youth mental health.

Scan the QR Code, or head to the 20talk website and search for Reid Chester.

17/07/2026

Lachy’s Last Day - so why not embrace him one last time 🤪

As RCOT’s very first employee, Lachy has played an incredibly significant role in the growth of our clinic and in supporting so many children and families over the years and is a valued and trusted clinician within our team and community.
While we are devastated to see Lachy leave, we are also incredibly proud of his professional growth and excited to see him pursue this next chapter in his career.

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As I prepare to depart RCOT after six years, I want to sincerely thank the families and clients I have had the privilege of working with. This was my first role out of university, and my time at RCOT has profoundly shaped me both as a clinician and as a person. Being welcomed into your homes and lives, and walking alongside your children and families over the years — in some cases from the very beginning — has been an honour I will never forget. Thank you for your trust and for allowing me to be part of your journey. While it is difficult to say goodbye to such a special place, this next chapter is an opportunity for growth, and RCOT will always hold a very special place in my heart.

From Lachy 🩵

13/07/2026

When the boss catches us testing “therapeutic interventions” a little too enthusiastically. 👀 .. or did he? (Pippa definitely did)

Therapists need movement breaks too 🤪

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2/71 Leach Highway, Willagee
Perth, WA
6156

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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