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ADHD Support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy — Belmont North, NSW
Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy in Belmont North, NSW lists services that overlap with paediatric occupational therapy for adhd.
Services Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy offers for adhd
Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy supports children with attention difficulties through two key service areas. Sensory processing work helps children who struggle with focus due to sensory sensitivities or under-responsiveness. Interventions might include using a sensory swing to help organise the nervous system before learning tasks, or weighted lap pads during schoolwork to improve body awareness and concentration. Handwriting support addresses the fine-motor and motor-planning challenges that often accompany attention difficulties, making writing tasks less frustrating and freeing up mental energy for learning. Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy may use activities such as finger-strengthening exercises, pencil-grip retraining, and adaptive writing tools to build confidence and reduce fatigue. These services work alongside other supports your child may receive. If you're accessing NDIS funding in 2025–26, occupational therapy is an eligible support category. Please note that occupational therapists cannot diagnose ADHD or sensory processing disorder—diagnosis comes from medical professionals—but OT can help manage the everyday challenges these conditions create.
Contact Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
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- Phone
- (02) 4940 6507
- Website
- https://www.npot.com.au/
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.
Read the full ADHD and Attention Difficulties parent guide →
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- Action Kids Therapy Across NSW, NSW Taking new patients Lists: Sensory processing · Handwriting
- Advantage Therapy Across NSW, NSW Status unconfirmed Lists: Sensory processing · Handwriting
- Advantage Therapy Across NSW, NSW Status unconfirmed Lists: Sensory processing · Handwriting
Other conditions Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy may support
- Autism support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- Sensory processing support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- Handwriting support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- Fine motor delay support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- Early intervention support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Common questions
Can occupational therapy help my child focus better at school?
Yes. Occupational therapists work on the underlying skills that affect attention, such as sensory regulation and fine-motor control. By addressing these areas, children often find it easier to settle and concentrate. However, OT is one part of a broader support plan and works best alongside school, home strategies, and any medical support your child receives.
Will Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy diagnose my child with ADHD?
No. Occupational therapists cannot diagnose ADHD or other conditions—that's the role of doctors and psychologists. However, Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy can assess how attention difficulties affect your child's daily activities and provide practical strategies to help them manage schoolwork, self-care, and play.
Do you accept NDIS funding?
Please contact Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy directly to confirm current NDIS registration status and funding arrangements. Occupational therapy is an eligible support under the NDIS in 2025–26, and the clinic can discuss payment options and how to access services with you.
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Other conditions Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy supports
- Autism support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- Sensory processing support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- Handwriting support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- Fine motor delay support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
- Early intervention support at Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Listing details last refreshed on 25 May 2026. Sourced from public clinic listings. Confirm directly with the clinic before booking.
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