Parent Support
At Allay Occupational Therapy, we believe strong relationships are the foundation for a child’s development, wellbeing, and independence.
We support parents and caregivers to build secure, connected relationships with their children through attachment-informed, strengths-based approaches that honour both parent and child.
How We Support You
Our occupational therapists work alongside families to strengthen connection, confidence, and attunement through:
- Attachment-Informed Practice – including frameworks like Circle of Security to help parents understand their child’s emotional needs.
- Emotional Co-Regulation – supporting caregivers to respond to big feelings with calm and connection.
- Understanding Your Child’s Neurodivergence – helping families explore sensory processing, communication, executive functioning, and identity in affirming ways.
- Understanding Behaviour Through a Sensory & Developmental Lens – helping parents interpret behaviour as communication, not defiance.
- Parent Coaching & Reflective Support – offering practical tools and space to explore challenges in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
- Sustainable Routines & Relationship-Based Strategies – co-creating rhythms that support both the child and the whole family’s wellbeing.
Who Can Benefit?
Reflex integration may be beneficial for:
- Parents of children experiencing emotional or behavioural challenges.
- Families navigating developmental, sensory, or neurodivergent needs.
- Caregivers wanting to strengthen their relationship with their child.
- Parents seeking guidance during early childhood or major transitions.
What to Expect
We begin by listening and learning about your family, values, and goals.
Therapy may involve joint parent-child sessions or dedicated parent support time. Our approach is collaborative, respectful, and built on trust.
At Allay, we believe in nurturing strong, secure relationships—because when caregivers feel supported, children can thrive.
