Neurodiverse Playhouse

Neurodiverse Playhouse Neurodiverse Therapy Redefined

🌟 We're hiring — and we'd love for it to be YOU!We are on the lookout for a passionate Occupational Therapist to join ou...
21/06/2026

🌟 We're hiring — and we'd love for it to be YOU!

We are on the lookout for a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our Brisbane team at Neurodiverse Playhouse. If you're someone who believes in celebrating every child's strengths, who loves working in a space where therapy feels like play — this might just be your dream job. 🎉

What makes us different? We're a multidisciplinary, neurodiversity-affirming clinic that brings together Occupational Therapy, Exercise Physiology, Paediatric Podiatry, and Art Therapy under one roof. Our work is child-led, strengths-based, and grounded in innovative methodologies including primitive reflex integration and the Social Thinking framework. No two days look the same — and we love it that way.

Our culture is everything. We invest in our team through ongoing training, meaningful professional development, and a workplace that genuinely walks the talk on inclusion and wellbeing. You'll be supported, celebrated, and surrounded by colleagues who care deeply about what they do.

✨ What we're looking for:
- A registered OT with a passion for neurodiversity-affirming practice
- Someone who loves working with children and families
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative, innovative environment
- Enthusiasm for play-based and child-led approaches

If this sounds like you — or someone you know — we'd love to hear from you! Send us a message or email [email protected] for more details. Let's grow together. 💛

🌈 "They're just playing."It's something we hear all the time.But when a child is pouring, scooping, digging, squeezing, ...
18/06/2026

🌈 "They're just playing."

It's something we hear all the time.

But when a child is pouring, scooping, digging, squeezing, mixing, burying treasures, running their hands through rice, sand, water beads or sensory bins, there's so much more happening than play.

Sensory play helps children learn about their bodies and the world around them.
Through sensory experiences, children are developing:
✨ Fine motor skills
✨ Hand strength
✨ Coordination
✨ Problem-solving
✨ Creativity
✨ Attention and focus
✨ Language and communication
✨ Emotional regulation
✨ Body awareness

For many neurodivergent children, sensory play can also provide the input their nervous system is seeking to feel calm, organised and ready to learn.

At Neurodiverse Playhouse, we don't see sensory play as a reward after the "real work."
Sensory play IS the work.
It's how children explore.
It's how they connect.
It's how they learn.
It's how they regulate.

And sometimes, it's exactly what their body needs in that moment.

So the next time you see a child filling and emptying a container for the hundredth time, or digging through a sensory tub with complete concentration, remember...
They're not "just playing."
They're building skills that will support them for life. 💛

🏖️ Why do we love sand play so much at Neurodiverse Playhouse?Because to a child, it's fun.But to a therapist, it's a go...
17/06/2026

🏖️ Why do we love sand play so much at Neurodiverse Playhouse?

Because to a child, it's fun.

But to a therapist, it's a goldmine of developmental opportunities. ✨

Every scoop, pour, dig, bury, build and sift is helping children develop important skills without it ever feeling like "therapy."

Sand play can support:
🤲 Hand strength and fine motor development
🏗️ Planning and problem-solving skills
👀 Visual perceptual skills
✍️ Pre-writing skills
🧠 Attention and concentration
💬 Language and communication
🤝 Turn-taking and social interaction
🌱 Creativity and imagination

For many children, sand also provides calming tactile input that can help their nervous system feel more regulated and organised.

And when children bury their feet, jump, dig deep holes or carry heavy buckets of sand around the playhouse?

They're also getting valuable proprioceptive input — the "heavy work" that helps many children feel grounded, connected to their body and ready to learn.
The best part?

Children don't know they're working on any of these skills.

They just know they're having fun.

At Neurodiverse Playhouse, we believe some of the most powerful learning happens when children are engaged, connected and following their own curiosity.

So if you see us covered in sand, there's a good chance we're doing some of our best work. 💛

What's your child's favourite thing to do in a sandpit?

16/06/2026

💊 Methyl folate seems to be everywhere right now.

I've been taking it since IVF after discovering I have an MTHFR gene mutation, and more recently we've also been using it with one of our ADHD children.

We've noticed improvements in focus, emotional regulation and overall wellbeing — but this is simply our family's experience, not medical advice.

Have you tried methyl folate? I'd love to hear your experience. 💜

Melissa | Playhouse Director
📍 Brisbane | Gold Coast | Melbourne

Melbourne families — if you've been looking for a therapy space where your child can just be themselves, our Yarraville ...
16/06/2026

Melbourne families — if you've been looking for a therapy space where your child can just be themselves, our Yarraville clinic might be exactly what you need. 🌟

Nestled in the heart of Melbourne's inner west, our Yarraville clinic is a warm, playful space designed to feel more like an adventure playground than a therapy room. Because honestly? The best therapy happens when kids don't realise they're doing it.

Here's what we offer at Yarraville:

🧠 Occupational Therapy — supporting sensory processing, fine motor skills, and everyday independence
🏃 Exercise Physiology — building strength, coordination, and confidence through movement
🦶 Paediatric Podiatry — caring for little feet and supporting healthy development
🌀 Primitive Reflex Integration — addressing foundational neurological patterns that can affect learning, movement, and behaviour
🎮 Sensory Motor Programs — improving balance, body awareness, and coordination through play
👥 Group Therapy (Social Thinking) — helping kids navigate social situations in a safe, supportive environment
🏫 School Readiness Programs — gentle, strengths-based preparation for the big transition ahead

No formal diagnosis required. We welcome all children and families, and we proudly support NDIS-funded families (self-managed and plan-managed).

If you've ever felt like traditional therapy wasn't quite the right fit for your child, we'd love to chat. Our Yarraville team genuinely loves what they do, and it shows.

Reach out to us today — we'd be happy to answer your questions or help you get started. 💛

Is therapy supposed to feel this hard?If your child dreads sessions, you’re not failing. It may just mean the fit, appro...
13/06/2026

Is therapy supposed to feel this hard?

If your child dreads sessions, you’re not failing. It may just mean the fit, approach, or expectations need to change.

At Neurodiverse Playhouse, we keep therapy child-led, play-based, and affirming. That means more trust, more comfort, and more progress that actually feels doable 🌿

If you’ve been wondering what the right support could look like, send us a message and let’s chat.

The heart behind every session starts here 💛This is what neurodiversity-affirming therapy looks like in real life. Calm,...
13/06/2026

The heart behind every session starts here 💛

This is what neurodiversity-affirming therapy looks like in real life. Calm, playful, and led by each child’s strengths.

We’d love to show you around. Send us a message to learn more about our team and spaces.

Tiny wins can change everything.One parent told us, “We feel seen, supported, and proud of every little win.” 💗And that ...
12/06/2026

Tiny wins can change everything.

One parent told us, “We feel seen, supported, and proud of every little win.” 💗
And that is exactly what affirming therapy should feel like.

If your family is looking for a place where your child is celebrated for who they are, we’d love to chat. Book a call with Neurodiverse Playhouse today.

This is what progress can feel like ✨“Sessions feel joyful, safe, and genuinely child-led.”We love hearing from families...
11/06/2026

This is what progress can feel like ✨

“Sessions feel joyful, safe, and genuinely child-led.”

We love hearing from families when confidence starts to grow, and little moments become big wins. 💛

If you’re looking for neurodiversity-affirming support in Brisbane, Melbourne, or the Gold Coast, send us a message today.

Is your child struggling at school? 💛It’s not always “behaviour”. Sometimes it’s overwhelm, sensory stress, or the wrong...
11/06/2026

Is your child struggling at school? 💛

It’s not always “behaviour”. Sometimes it’s overwhelm, sensory stress, or the wrong support.

At Neurodiverse Playhouse, we help families understand what their child needs. Then we build therapy around their strengths, interests, and unique way of learning.

If you’ve been wondering whether play-based, neurodiversity-affirming support could help, message us today. Let’s talk about your child’s next step.

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