Occupational Therapy Services

Occupational Therapy at Bonterre

Helping children thrive through nature, creativity, and connection.

Meet Emma Nokes (Em) – Bonterre’s Occupational Therapist.

Em is passionate about helping children and young people (from 5 – 18 years old) discover their strengths, overcome challenges, and thrive in everyday life.

With over twenty years’ experience working with children in education and youth work, and as an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist (MSc OT, RCOT, PGCE, BA Hons), Em brings a wealth of understanding, compassion, and creativity to her practice.

What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy (OT) helps children and young people do the everyday things that matter most – from learning and playing to building confidence and independence.

By getting to know each child’s interests, strengths, and challenges, Em supports them to develop the skills they need through assessment, goal setting, and practical, hands-on activities.

Em’s approach is inclusive, person-centred, and deeply rooted in connection, trust, and creativity.
Every child is seen as an individual, and therapy is tailored to what works best for them – whether that’s in the classroom, at home, or outdoors at Bonterre.

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Areas of Support

Every session is safe, evidence-based, and designed around each individual child’s needs:

Sensory Processing and Regulation

Sensitivities to sound, touch, movement, light, or textures

Difficulty staying calm, alert, or focused

Seeking or avoiding certain sensations (e.g. spinning, crashing, chewing)

Support with sensory diets and calming strategies

Attention, Organisation and Executive Function

Difficulty focusing, planning, or remembering routines

Trouble starting or completing tasks

Challenges with organisation, time management, or transitions

Gross and Fine Motor Skills

Coordination, balance, or strength difficulties

Challenges with handwriting, dressing, or using cutlery

Support to build independence in daily activities

Emotional and Behavioural Regulation

Anxiety, low self-esteem, or coping with change

Behavioural responses linked to sensory or emotional needs

Helping children identify and express feelings safely

Participation and Learning

Adapting environments to support learning and inclusion

Working with schools and educators to create supportive strategies

Promoting confidence and engagement in education

Support for Neurodivergent Children and Families

Understanding and supporting Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia/DCD, and related profiles

Building self-awareness and celebrating neurodiversity

Helping families and educators respond with empathy and confidence

Nature-based and Outdoor Therapy

Using outdoor spaces and natural environments to promote calm, resilience, and wellbeing

Sensory-rich, hands-on experiences such as caring for animals, cooking, crafting, or exploring nature

Assessment and Intervention Packages

Prices available on request

package 1

Initial Assessment

A full Occupational Therapy assessment at home, school, or Bonterre, including an initial report outlining key findings.

(Targeted screenings can be added if needed.)

package 2

Comprehensive Assessment

Includes detailed assessment, targeted screening tools (e.g. Sensory Profile, ADHD, ASD, Praxis), and a comprehensive report with next-step recommendations.

package 3

Full Assessment and Planning

A full assessment, screening, report, goal-setting, and tailored recommendations.

Includes a trial session of a recommended intervention and referral suggestions where appropriate.

Ongoing Intervention and Support

Therapy Sessions: Nature-based, one-to-one sessions at Bonterre, with practical strategies and advice for families and educators.

Parent/Carer & Educator Sessions: One-hour support or training sessions at home or school, focused on understanding and meeting individual needs.

Get in Touch

If you’d like to explore how Occupational Therapy could support a child or young person, please get in touch to discuss your needs or make a referral.

We’d love to hear from you.

location

Bonterre CIC, Old Quarry Drive, Holt Heath, Worcester, WR2 6LS

Phone

07434 609896

[email protected]

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