About Playworks OT
Playworks is a Neurodiversity Affirming Practice that focuses on assisting children and young people to work towards their goals.
We specialise in working with older children, teens and young adults, who may be Autistic, have ADHD, or Anxiety, as well as sensory and regulation challenges.
We provide primarily clinic-based services, with some community visits to home or school.
We support children and young people from 10 to 21 years of age. We can provide assessment, therapy and ongoing support to clients in the Outer Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne.
We are proudly co-located with Inner Light Allied Health.
Our Team:
Jessica
Jessica is an Occupational Therapist and founder of Playworks OT. After completing her Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy, 2009 she went on to enter the Public Health System. She worked in a variety of roles specialising in Neurological Rehabilitation working with both young and older adults. Jessica transitioned into Paediatrics in 2021 and has more recently enjoyed supporting children in private practice, schools, kindergartens, home and clinic based settings.
Jessica has a special interest in Neurodiversity Affirming Practice and comes from a rich “neuro-spicy” family background. She loves to educate and support children and young people to understand their own neurology and develop self advocacy skills. When she is not at work Jessica enjoys spending time with her family and pets, cozy gaming, cooking new foods or socialising with friends.
Bella
Bella is an Allied Health Assistant and a recent addition to the Playworks OT team. She completed her Cert IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy) in 2024. She has previous experience in Retail, and Disability Support Work.
When she’s not at work Bella enjoys going to the gym, keeping active and spending time with her family, friends and pets.