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Developmental delay Support at Thrive Occupational Therapy — Shepparton, VIC
Thrive Occupational Therapy in Shepparton, VIC lists services that overlap with paediatric occupational therapy for developmental delay.
Services Thrive Occupational Therapy offers for developmental delay
Developmental delay can affect how children acquire everyday skills, and fine motor development is often a key area of concern. Fine motor skills—like grasping, manipulating objects, and coordinating hand movements—are essential for writing, self-care, and play. At Thrive Occupational Therapy in Shepparton, our occupational therapists work with children to build these foundational abilities through targeted activities and practice. We might use strategies such as threading beads or pegs to strengthen finger control, playdough manipulation to develop hand strength and coordination, or adaptive utensils during mealtimes to encourage independence. Each child's program is individualised based on their current abilities and goals. If your child may be eligible for NDIS funding in 2025-26, Thrive Occupational Therapy can work with you to understand how occupational therapy supports can be incorporated into your plan. While we cannot diagnose developmental conditions, our therapists identify specific skill gaps and provide evidence-based strategies to help children progress at their own pace.
Contact Thrive Occupational Therapy
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- Phone
- 0456 967 242
About developmental delay
Developmental delay describes when a child has not yet reached one or more developmental milestones in the expected timeframe. It is a description, not a single diagnosis.
Other providers in VIC supporting developmental delay
- Ability Rehab Ivanhoe East, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
- Allay Occupational Therapy Geelong, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
- Ballarat Psychology Clinic Ballarat Central, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
- Building Blocks Therapy Across VIC, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
- Bumble Bea Occupational Therapy Across VIC, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
Other conditions Thrive Occupational Therapy may support
- Autism support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- Sensory processing support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- ADHD support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- Handwriting support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- Fine motor delay support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- Early intervention support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
Common questions
How do I know if my child needs occupational therapy for developmental delay?
If you've noticed your child is slower to reach milestones—such as grasping objects, self-feeding, or using utensils—an occupational therapy assessment can help. Thrive Occupational Therapy offers initial consultations to identify areas where support may help. Your GP or early childhood educator can also provide referrals. An OT assessment is not a diagnosis but identifies specific skill areas to work on.
Can occupational therapy help if my child has been diagnosed with autism or ADHD?
Occupational therapists cannot diagnose autism, ADHD, or sensory processing differences, but we can absolutely support children with these diagnoses by addressing fine motor, self-care, and functional skills. Thrive Occupational Therapy tailors interventions to each child's strengths and challenges, helping them develop independence in daily activities regardless of their diagnosis.
Does Thrive Occupational Therapy accept NDIS funding?
We recommend contacting Thrive Occupational Therapy directly to confirm current NDIS registration and funding arrangements for 2025-26. If your child has an NDIS plan, we can discuss how occupational therapy goals and supports align with your plan and help you access the services your child needs.
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Other conditions Thrive Occupational Therapy supports
- Autism support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- Sensory processing support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- ADHD support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- Handwriting support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- Fine motor delay support at Thrive Occupational Therapy
- Early intervention support at Thrive 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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