Helping you achieve meaningful goals for your family
Do you dream of enjoying a smooth morning with your kids where everyone eats breakfast, gets dressed and brushes their teeth without fuss… and you actually get to school on time?
Whether your child has a diagnosis, developmental delay, or family life could just be a little less hectic, setting everyday goals – receiving expert support to achieve them - can make all the difference in your parenting journey.
Occupational Performance Coaching (OPC) is an evidence-based parent coaching program. Parents and caregivers work 1:1 with an occupational therapist – and together, you’ll set goals, build confidence, and develop strategies that fit your family's unique circumstances.
OPC at a glance
Who it's for
Parents and caregivers of kids aged 0–9. (Your child does not attend sessions).
Objective
Supporting parents to enhance their child's participation in everyday life.
How it works
One-on-one coaching with an occupational therapist.
Delivered by
We have three experienced occupational therapists trained in OPC: Marie Rodatz, Lucy Kelsch and Katie Johnson.
When
You’ll attend 60-minute sessions either weekly or fortnightly.
Where
Face-to-face in our Subiaco or Joondalup clinics, or online via telehealth.
What is Occupational Performance Coaching?
Have you found yourself googling things like, ‘How do I support my child's daily routines?’, ‘How can I help my child become more independent?’ or ‘How can I get my kids to get dressed in the morning’?
We can help you build the skills to support your child's participation in everyday life – and make your parenting experience more enjoyable.
OPC is an evidence-based coaching program for parents of autistic or developmentally delayed kids, or those who could use some extra support.
In collaboration with an experienced OT, you will:
- Set goals that matter to your family
- Discover solutions that work for your unique situation
- Implement practical strategies that fit into your everyday life
- Learn skills that will apply to new situations long after your sessions end
What to expect
Your OT will support you throughout the coaching process, while recognising that you are the expert on your own child. Our coaching process is:
Strengths-based - recognising what's already working for your family.
Goal-focused - helping you work towards goals that are meaningful to you – as well as realistic, achievable and meaningful within their own family life.
Empowering - supporting you to discover solutions that fit your family's values, routines and priorities.
During sessions, together you and your OT will:
- Identify meaningful goals
- Explore what's helping and what's getting in the way
- Consider different strategies and approaches
- Develop practical solutions that suit your family
- Agree on actions to continue working on between appointments
- Reflect on what's working between sessions
- Adjust your plan as your goals evolve
Who is OPC for?
Occupational Performance Coaching is suitable for parents and caregivers of children aged 0–9.
Many of the families we support have children with autism, developmental delay or other developmental support needs. However, our therapy is based on your child's individual strengths, goals and support needs, rather than diagnosis alone.
If you're unsure whether this service is right for your family, contact us and our team will be happy to help.
Enquire
Complete our enquiry form, and one of our friendly Client Support Officers will be in touch.
Enquire nowFrequently asked questions
Is OPC therapy for my child or for me?
OPC is a parent coaching program. Your child does not attend the sessions. Instead, your occupational therapist works with you to develop strategies that help you support your child's functioning at home and in everyday life.
What happens during an OPC session?
Each 60-minute coaching session focuses on the goals you've identified for your child and family. Your occupational therapist will help you explore challenges, develop practical strategies and reflect on what's working between sessions.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions is determined collaboratively between you and your occupational therapist. The standard intervention period is typically 2–8 sessions.
Can OPC be delivered by telehealth?
Yes. OPC can be delivered face-to-face in our Subiaco or Joondalup clinics in Perth, or to you wherever you are, via telehealth.
Can I access OPC if my child is already receiving occupational therapy?
No, OPC is not available if your child is currently receiving occupational therapy. If you're unsure which CliniKids service is most appropriate to support your family, please contact us and one of our friendly Client Support Officers will help guide you.
Is OPC funded by the NDIS?
OPC can be accessed privately or through the NDIS. CliniKids is a registered NDIS provider. Medicare funding is not available for this program.
Why choose occupational therapy at CliniKids?
CliniKids combines research-informed practice with excellent clinical practice. We're committed to working alongside families, recognising that parents and caregivers play the most important role in supporting their child's development.
CliniKids is part of The Kids Research Institute Australia, which is one of Australia’s largest paediatric medical research institutes. At CliniKids, our team of world-class researchers and experienced clinicians work in collaboration to provide children with the very best evidence-based therapies and programs.
Our clinical team provides services to both private and NDIS-funded families across paediatric speech pathology, occupational therapy and psychology in Perth. We support children aged between 3-9 years old, including those with autism and developmental delay.
We have two locations offering psychology, occupational therapy and speech pathology in Perth, located at Subiaco and Joondalup.
Enquire about OPC
Complete our enquiry form and one of our friendly Client Support Officers will be in touch.
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