Navigating Puberty with Confidence & Support
Puberty is a time of significant change, and at Allay Occupational Therapy, we provide tailored support to help children, teens, and families navigate this transition with confidence.
Our neurodiverse-affirming, strengths-based approach ensures that individuals feel empowered to manage the physical, emotional, and social challenges of puberty.
How We Support You
Our occupational therapists provide education and strategies for:
- Emotional Regulation – Helping individuals manage mood swings, anxiety, and heightened emotions.
- Body Awareness & Self-Care – Developing sustainable hygiene and self-care routines.
- Social & Communication Skills – Supporting changes in friendships, relationships, and peer interactions.
- Sensory Processing & Comfort – Addressing sensitivities related to body changes and new experiences.
- Understanding Puberty – Providing age-appropriate education on physical and emotional changes.
Who Can Benefit?
Our puberty support is ideal for:
- Pre-teens & teens with mental health disorders (e.g. depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder) who may require additional guidance for handling emotional responses and sensory experience
- Neurodivergent individuals (e.g., autism, ADHD) who may need extra support with emotional and sensory regulation.
- Pre-teens & teens adjusting to changes in their bodies, emotions, and social dynamics.
- Parents & caregivers seeking guidance on how to support their child through puberty.
- Individuals with physical or cognitive disabilities who need additional help in understanding and managing puberty.
What to Expect
Our support begins with an individualised assessment to identify key areas for growth. Therapy may include:
- Sensory and emotional regulation strategies tailored to puberty-related changes.
- Self-care guidance for hygiene, body awareness, and confidence.
- Social and communication skills training for navigating friendships and peer interactions.
- A safe space for individuals and families to ask questions and explore concerns.
We take a collaborative and strengths-based approach to puberty support, ensuring that every individual feels prepared, informed, and confident in their journey toward adulthood.
