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ADHD Support at Dr Sarah Wilkes-Gillan — Across NSW
Dr Sarah Wilkes-Gillan in Across NSW lists services that overlap with paediatric occupational therapy for adhd.
Services Dr Sarah Wilkes-Gillan offers for adhd
Children with ADHD and attention difficulties often experience challenges with fine motor skills, which can affect handwriting, self-care tasks, and classroom participation. Dr Sarah Wilkes-Gillan's clinic supports these children through targeted fine motor interventions designed to build strength, coordination, and confidence. Fine motor work helps improve focus and body awareness, which can positively influence attention and self-regulation. At Dr Sarah Wilkes-Gillan's clinic, interventions might include precision grip exercises using tweezers or pegs to strengthen finger muscles, scissor skills activities that develop hand-eye coordination, and handwriting programs that reduce fatigue during writing tasks. Threading beads, playdough manipulation, and craft-based activities also build the foundational skills needed for sustained concentration during academic work. These services support children in developing the motor foundations that underpin attention and learning. If you're considering support through NDIS funding (2025-26), it's worth discussing eligibility with the clinic, though registration status should be confirmed directly. An occupational therapist cannot diagnose ADHD, but can identify and address the motor skill gaps that often co-occur with attention difficulties.
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About adhd
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a developmental difference that affects attention, activity level, and impulse control. In Australia, ADHD is diagnosed by a paediatrician, psychiatrist, or psychologist, often after a family or school notices ongoing differences in attention, behaviour, or self-regulation across multiple settings.
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Common questions
Can an occupational therapist diagnose ADHD or attention difficulties?
No, occupational therapists cannot diagnose ADHD or other medical conditions. However, they can assess fine motor skills and identify areas where motor development may be affecting a child's ability to participate in daily activities and learning. If you're concerned about attention difficulties, your GP or paediatrician can arrange appropriate diagnostic assessment.
How does fine motor therapy help with attention and focus?
Fine motor activities require concentration and hand-eye coordination, which naturally strengthen attention skills. When children develop better control and confidence with their hands, they experience less frustration during writing and self-care tasks, allowing them to focus better on learning. Dr Sarah Wilkes-Gillan tailors activities to each child's interests to maintain engagement.
Does Dr Sarah Wilkes-Gillan's clinic accept NDIS funding?
NDIS registration status should be confirmed directly with the clinic. If registered, they can support children with NDIS plans during the 2025-26 funding year. Contact the clinic to discuss your child's funding options and eligibility for occupational therapy services.
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Listing details last refreshed on 25 May 2026. Sourced from public clinic listings. Confirm directly with the clinic before booking.
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