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Who We Support

At Enhanced Life Health Services on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, we support children and young people across a wide range of developmental profiles, abilities and diagnoses. We work collaboratively with families, educators and other health professionals to provide consistent, meaningful support across Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Support Services and Group Programs. Whether your child is typically developing or has a diagnosis, we provide individualised therapy tailored to their strengths, needs and goals. Rather than focusing solely on labels, we focus on how your child participates in everyday life, delivering therapy within their goal-environment (at home, school or in the community) to build practical skills, independence, confidence and lasting progress.

You, The Client

You are number 1! We recognise the importance of building rapport with you and creating a positive therapeutic relationship so that we can achieve the best out of our Occupational Therapy sessions together.
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Who We Work With
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Parents/Caregivers/Families

We work with the child’s primary caregiver whether this is their parent/s, grandparents, foster family, or carers who may be concerned with their child’s development and performance. 

Preschools, Schools, Teachers

We work with schools and our clients' teachers. We provide both one off visits and frequent therapy in this environment depending what may be appropriate. We provide both 1:1 therapy and group therapy in common areas such as handwriting, movement, concentration, confidence and fine motor improvement and more. 

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Case Managers

We work with case managers that may be involved in your child’s life to provide the best care possible for the child. 

Others

We also work alongside;

  • Pediatricians/Doctors 

  • Physiotherapists 

  • Speech Pathologists 

  • Psychologists and Psychiatrists 

  • Behavioural Therapists 

  • Play Therapists 

  • Chiropractors 

  • Nutritionists 

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Support Areas

We are enthusiastic to help make a change in someone's life in any way, shape or form. We have worked with children and young adults with a range of disabilities for several years now and continue to enjoy spending time with each individual, positively impacting each individual and family’s life to ensure the best life possible around their goals. Some people would describe us as energetic, fun, talkative, kind-hearted, leaders and motivated.

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Fine Motor Skills & Hand Strength

OTs help children develop the small muscle strength and coordination in their hands and fingers needed for everyday tasks.

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Focus, Attention & Executive Functioning

Executive functioning is a set of thinking and self-management skills that help children organise, plan, focus, remember, and adapt to changes. These skills are essential for completing everyday tasks, learning at school, managing routines, and coping with new situations.

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Functional Capacity Assessment for NDIS

An FCA helps understand a child’s current abilities, strengths, and areas where support may be needed. It is often used to guide NDIS planning and funding decisions.

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Gross Motor & Coordination

OTs help children develop core strength, balance, coordination, and motor planning. Support may include structured exercises, games, and play activities designed to build confidence and functional movement skills.

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Handwriting & Pencil Skills

Handwriting is more than just forming letters on a page. Occupational therapists help children develop the underlying skills that make writing legible, neat, and efficient.

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NDIS & Advocacy

OTs often support families navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) by providing evidence-based reports, recommendations, and guidance for funding applications.

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Parent & Sibling Support

Occupational therapists (OTs) recognise that supporting a child often involves the whole family. Parents and siblings benefit from coaching, modelling, and collaborative problem-solving, which help children participate successfully at home, school, and in the community.

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Participation in Sport & Recreation

Participation in sports and recreational activities helps children develop coordination, confidence, teamwork, and social skills.

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Play-Based Language & Social Communication Support

Occupational therapy can help children develop early communication and social skills through play.

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Posture & Seating for Learning

OTs help children develop comfortable, functional posture for learning tasks. This involves assessing the child’s seating, desk height, and positioning of materials to support attention, reduce fatigue, and promote fine motor skills.

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Praxis / Motor Planning

Praxis, also called motor planning, is the ability to plan and carry out movements in a coordinated and efficient way. It’s an essential skill for everyday activities, from dressing and writing to playing sports and navigating the playground.

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Safety & Risk Awareness

Learning to recognise danger and make safe choices is essential for children to explore, play, and grow confidently.

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School Participation & Learning Support

Children develop many of their cognitive, social, and practical skills through play and participation. OTs support school skills so children can engage confidently in classroom activities, complete tasks, and interact successfully with peers.

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School Readiness

School readiness refers to a child’s ability to participate successfully in the routines, expectations, and social environment of school. It includes a mix of physical, cognitive, social, and self-care skills.

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Self-Advocacy & Communication of Needs

Self-advocacy and communication skills are vital for children to participate in everyday life, build independence, and engage with others. Some children may struggle to speak up due to shyness, sensory overload, anxiety, or social difficulties.

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How We Help

Diagnoses & Individual Profiles

We help everyone!

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Who

We work with children from birth to 18 years old with a range of diagnosis including Developmental Delay, Cerebral Palsy (CP), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Delay (ID), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD and ADD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI), Rett Syndrome and many other conditions. We also see children with general life challenges, mild developmental delay and children with goals they are motivated to achieve, whether this be to improve their handwriting, ride a bike or do their hair independently. 


Does your child have access to the NDIS scheme? 

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder 

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

  • Attention Deficit Disorder

  • Cerebral Palsy 

  • Cortical Visual Impairment 

  • Developmental Coordination Disorder 

  • Developmental Delay 

  • Down Syndrome 

  • Intellectual Delay 

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder 

  • Rett Syndrome 

  • Sensory Processing Disorder 

  • Stroke 

Conditions

Refer Your Child For OT Or Speech Pathology

Enhanced Life Health Services offers a range of therapy options across Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Support Services or Group Programs for children of all ages. As a mobile provider, we have sessions available in your child's preschool or school, home or in the community where appropriate. 


Register your interest now through sending us an email or giving us a call to receive an information pack and find out more on whether we can support you with our service. 

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