Paediatric occupational therapy
Support for children with handwriting, self-care, play, coordination and taking part at school.
Paediatric OT
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Private occupational therapy in Newcastle and the North East
Private Occupational Therapy provides assessments, reports and therapy for children, adults and older people across the North East, seeing people at home, at school, at work or by video.
- Children, adults and older people
- Home, school and workplace visits
- Clear written reports
- Quote agreed before work starts
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Tell us a little about what you need and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Private OT in Newcastle, Tyneside and the wider North East
Occupational therapy helps people manage the everyday activities that matter to them, from dressing, handwriting and play to cooking, working and moving safely around the home. Private Occupational Therapy is based in Newcastle upon Tyne and works with families, adults and professional referrers across Tyneside, Wearside, Northumberland, County Durham and Teesside.
As a private service, you can refer yourself without going through your GP and agree the scope of work before anything is booked. Assessments take place where daily life happens, so recommendations reflect the real home, classroom or workplace rather than a clinic room. If you are new to OT, our guide to what a private occupational therapist does explains the role in more detail.
Services
Occupational therapy services for children, adults and older people
Every service begins with an assessment and leads to practical, written recommendations. Choose a service below or browse all our OT services.
Sensory integration therapy
Assessment and therapy for children whose sensory processing affects behaviour, attention or routines.
Sensory integration therapy
EHCP and school assessments
Independent reports describing a child's needs and the provision that would help in school.
EHCP and school assessments
Adult occupational therapy
Help for adults living with illness, disability or injury to regain independence at home and outside it.
Adult OT
Neurological rehabilitation
Goal-led rehabilitation after stroke or brain injury, or with a long-term neurological condition.
Neurological rehabilitation
Mental health occupational therapy
Practical work on routines, motivation, confidence and meaningful activity alongside other mental health care.
Mental health OT
Home assessments and adaptations
Access, bathing, stairs and layout assessed, with recommendations for adaptations and grant applications.
Home assessments
Equipment and seating assessments
Advice on seating, mobility and daily living equipment matched to the person and their surroundings.
Equipment and seating
Older adults and falls prevention
Assessments of falls risk, home safety and the routines that help older people stay independent.
Falls prevention
Medico-legal and care needs reports
Independent reports for personal injury and clinical negligence claims covering care, equipment and therapy.
Medico-legal reports
Return to work
Vocational rehabilitation and workplace assessments that support a safe, sustainable return to work.
Vocational rehabilitationNot sure which service fits?
Describe the situation and we will suggest the most suitable assessment or combination of services.
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Who we help
Who is private occupational therapy for?
The service works with children and young people, adults and older people, and the professionals who support them.
For children, OT often focuses on handwriting, coordination, sensory needs or independence with dressing and eating, working closely with parents and school staff. Autism, ADHD and dyspraxia are common reasons for a referral, although a diagnosis is not needed to ask for an assessment.
Adults and older people tend to get in touch after a stroke, injury or change in health, or when the house has become harder to manage. Solicitors, case managers, deputies, SENCOs, employers and local authorities also commission assessments and reports, and our information for professional referrers covers how instructions work.
Common reasons people get in touch
- Difficulty with handwriting or school tasks
- Sensory differences affecting daily routines
- Recovery after stroke or brain injury
- Falls or reduced safety at home
- Equipment or home adaptations needed
- A report for an EHCP, claim or employer
- Returning to work after illness or injury
Why choose us
Why choose Private Occupational Therapy
Many people choosing a private OT want three practical things: to be seen in the right place, to understand the plan, and to know the cost before they commit.
Seen where daily life happens
Visits take place at home, school, nursery, work or in the community, with video appointments where they suit the situation.
Clear, usable reports
Reports are written in plain English with specific recommendations that families, schools, funders and solicitors can act on.
A quote before work begins
You receive a written quote setting out what is included before any assessment or therapy goes ahead, so there are no surprises.
One point of contact
Assessment, reports, therapy and reviews are coordinated through one service, so you are not repeating your story to different providers.
How it works
How private OT works, from first enquiry to review
The process is simple and agreed with you at each stage. Our page on how private occupational therapy works explains each step in full.
Enquire
Send a short description of the person, their needs and what you hope to achieve.
Initial conversation
We discuss goals, the right type of assessment and the setting, then provide a quote.
Assessment and report
A visit at home, school or work, followed by a written report with clear recommendations.
Therapy and review
Where needed, therapy sessions work towards agreed goals, with progress reviewed along the way.
Areas covered
Home and school visits across the North East
Appointments are offered across Newcastle and the surrounding region, with video sessions where they are clinically appropriate. Reports for professional instructions can be arranged further afield. See areas we cover for more detail.
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Gateshead
- North Tyneside
- South Tyneside
- Sunderland
- Northumberland
- County Durham
- Video appointments
FAQs
Questions about private occupational therapy
Do I need a GP referral for private occupational therapy?
No. You can contact us directly about yourself, your child or a relative. Professionals can also refer on a client's behalf with their consent.
How much does private OT cost?
Cost depends on the type of assessment, the level of report detail, the number of sessions and travel. You receive a written quote before anything goes ahead, and our fees and funding page explains how quoting and payment work.
Can you write reports for an EHCP or a legal claim?
Yes. Reports are prepared for EHCP needs assessments and tribunals, personal injury and clinical negligence claims, Disabled Facilities Grant applications and employers. The format is agreed with you or the instructing professional at the outset.
Do you visit people at home in Newcastle?
Yes. Home visits are offered across Newcastle and the North East, along with school, nursery and workplace visits. Video appointments are available where they suit the person's needs.
How do I get started?
Use the enquiry form at the top of this page or email info@privateoccupationaltherapy.co.uk with a brief outline of the situation. We will reply to arrange an initial conversation.
Talk to Private Occupational Therapy about your needs
Tell us who the support is for and what you would like to change. We will suggest the right starting point and send a quote before any work is booked.