Clare has experience supporting children, teens and families with the following challenges

 

Neurodevelopmental and developmental

  • Autism (ASD)
  • ADHD
  • Developmental delays
  • Developmental Coordination Disorder (dyspraxia)
  • Learning difficulties
  • Other additional needs

Emotional wellbeing and mental health

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Emotional regulation
  • Trauma
  • Attachment difficulties and bonding
  • Confidence

Family and relationships

  • Parenting
  • Family relationships
  • Managing pressures from extended family
  • Social skills for kids and families
  • Couples therapy
  • Helping families adjust to separation, including keeping things stable for children

NOTE: Clare does not provide custody or court reports.

Transitions and preparing for new experiences

  • Preparing for and adjusting to transitions
  • Preparing children for school
  • Preparing children for high school
  • Preparing children for moving house and changing schools
  • Preparing children for camps
  • Preparing children for emigration
  • Travelling with children (for example cruises, flights and camping)
  • Preparing teens for job interviews

Social events and community outings

  • Managing difficult social events and situations
  • Managing community outings
  • Adapting playdates
  • Adapting birthday parties

Self-care and daily routines

  • Dressing skills
  • Tying shoelaces
  • Cutlery skills
  • Brushing teeth
  • Hygiene and toileting skills
  • Feeding difficulties
  • Sleeping skills
  • Household organisation and routine planning

Independence and community skills

  • Bicycle riding
  • Road safety skills
  • Catching buses

Sensory, motor and school skills

  • School avoidance
  • Handwriting
  • Fine motor skills
  • Gross motor skills
  • Visual perceptual skills
  • Sensory processing and adaptations, with Sensory Integration training
  • Experience with Rhythmic Movement Training (RMT)
  • Attention and concentration
  • Executive function and organisational skills (children and adults)
  • Goal setting and problem solving

Working alongside others

Clare often consults and collaborates with parents, caregivers, siblings and schools on developing strategies to assist.

  • Clinical Supervision and consultation for occupational therapists
  • Mentoring of professionals

Last updated: October 2026.