Comprehensive support for children across Essex and East Anglia

At Kids' Therapy Works, we understand that every child's journey is unique. Our experienced team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists work together to provide comprehensive support for children with a wide range of conditions. We believe in treating the whole child, not just the condition, working closely with families to help every child reach their full potential.

Whether your child has a diagnosed condition or you have concerns about their development, our multi-disciplinary approach means we can address all aspects of their needs - from movement and physical development to communication, daily living skills, and social interaction.

Neurological conditions

Children with neurological conditions benefit from our specialist expertise in brain and nervous system-related challenges. Our team understands how these conditions affect movement, communication, and daily life, providing coordinated care that addresses all aspects of development.

Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy affects movement and posture, and our comprehensive approach addresses the multiple challenges children face. We provide physiotherapy to improve mobility and strength, occupational therapy for daily living skills and fine motor development, and speech and language therapy when communication is affected.

How we help - Our team offers specialist treatments including CIMT, post-SDR rehabilitation, Theratogs, hydrotherapy, and hippotherapy. We work on strengthening, mobility, independence skills, and communication as needed.

What to expect - We'll assess all areas of your child's development and create a coordinated plan addressing their physical, functional, and communication needs through our integrated team approach.

Acquired brain injury and stroke

Children who have experienced brain injury or stroke need specialist rehabilitation to help them relearn skills and develop new ways of doing things. Our multi-disciplinary team provides comprehensive support for physical recovery, cognitive challenges, and communication difficulties.

How we help - Intensive physiotherapy for movement recovery, occupational therapy for cognitive and daily living skills, and speech therapy for communication and swallowing difficulties. We offer specialist treatments including electrical stimulation and task-specific training.

What to expect - A comprehensive assessment followed by coordinated rehabilitation addressing physical, cognitive, and communication recovery with regular reviews to adjust goals as your child progresses.

Spina bifida

Children with spina bifida face unique challenges with mobility, independence, and sometimes learning. Our team provides ongoing support to help children achieve maximum independence and participation in all areas of life.

How we help - Physiotherapy for mobility and strength, occupational therapy for independence skills and adaptations, and speech therapy if needed. We provide equipment advice and work closely with medical teams.

What to expect - Long-term partnership supporting your child's development through different life stages, with focus on independence, mobility, and preparing for adult life.

Genetic conditions

Many genetic conditions affect multiple areas of development, which is why our multi-disciplinary approach is so valuable. We support children with Down syndrome, Angelman syndrome, and many other genetic conditions.

Down syndrome - Our team addresses the movement, communication, and learning challenges that children with Down syndrome may face, providing physiotherapy for muscle tone and motor skills, occupational therapy for independence, and speech therapy for communication development.

Angelman syndrome - Comprehensive support for the complex needs of children with Angelman syndrome, including movement difficulties, communication challenges, and sensory needs.

Other genetic conditions - We work with children with various genetic conditions, adapting our approach to meet the specific challenges each condition presents.

Developmental challenges

Every child develops at their own pace, but sometimes children need additional support to reach their potential. Our team helps children who may be experiencing delays or difficulties in various areas of development.

Global developmental delay

When children are slower to reach milestones across multiple areas, our multi-disciplinary assessment can identify specific needs and provide targeted support.

How we help - Comprehensive assessment by our physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy teams to understand your child's strengths and challenges. We then provide coordinated treatment addressing all areas of delay.

What to expect - Detailed assessment followed by integrated therapy supporting motor skills, communication, cognitive development, and daily living skills with regular progress reviews.

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD/Dyspraxia)

Children with DCD face challenges with movement planning and coordination that affect their daily activities, school performance, and confidence.

How we help - Physiotherapy for gross motor skills and coordination, occupational therapy for fine motor skills, handwriting, and daily living tasks. We focus on practical skills for home and school.

What to expect - Assessment of movement difficulties followed by practical therapy helping your child develop better coordination, organisation skills, and confidence in physical activities.

Hypermobility and joint problems

Children with very flexible joints often experience pain, fatigue, and difficulty with physical activities. Our physiotherapy team specialises in helping these children build strength and manage their condition.

How we help - Specialist physiotherapy programmes focusing on strengthening and stability, occupational therapy for joint protection and daily activities, and education about managing hypermobility.

What to expect - Assessment of joint flexibility and strength followed by programmes to build stability, reduce pain, and improve participation in activities.

Autism spectrum disorders

Children on the autism spectrum have unique strengths and challenges, and our team understands how to adapt therapy approaches to work effectively with autistic children.

Sensory processing and regulation

Many autistic children have sensory processing differences that affect their daily life. Our occupational therapists specialise in sensory approaches that help children feel more comfortable and regulated.

How we help - Occupational therapy focusing on sensory strategies, environmental adaptations, and coping techniques. We also provide physiotherapy for movement and coordination challenges.

What to expect - Detailed sensory assessment followed by practical strategies for home, school, and community that help your child feel more comfortable and able to participate.

Communication and social skills

Our speech and language therapists understand the communication differences in autism and provide support that respects each child's individual communication style.

How we help - Speech and language therapy focusing on functional communication, social interaction skills, and alternative communication methods when needed.

What to expect - Assessment of communication strengths and challenges followed by therapy that builds on your child's natural communication style and interests.

Motor skills and coordination

Many autistic children benefit from support with gross and fine motor skills, which can affect their confidence and participation in activities.

How we help - Physiotherapy for gross motor skills and coordination, occupational therapy for fine motor skills and daily activities, all adapted to work with your child's sensory and communication needs.

Communication and language conditions

Our speech and language therapy team supports children with a wide range of communication challenges, from speech sound difficulties to complex language disorders.

Speech sound disorders

When children have difficulty producing speech sounds clearly, it can affect their confidence and how others understand them.

How we help - Specialist speech and language therapy using play-based approaches to help children learn clearer speech production.

What to expect - Assessment of speech sound development followed by fun, engaging therapy that helps your child communicate more clearly and confidently.

Language development delays and disorders

Children who are slower to develop language or have ongoing language difficulties benefit from our specialist expertise in language development.

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) - Comprehensive support for children with this lifelong condition, focusing on practical communication skills for daily life and learning.

Language delays - Support for children who are developing language more slowly, with focus on building vocabulary, sentence development, and communication confidence.

How we help - Detailed language assessment followed by therapy that builds communication skills in ways that work for your child and family.

Social communication challenges

Some children understand words well but struggle with using language socially - knowing what to say, when to say it, and how to interact with others.

How we help - Specialist therapy focusing on conversation skills, understanding social cues, and building confidence in social situations.

What to expect - Assessment of social communication followed by practical therapy helping your child navigate social situations more confidently.

Attention and learning differences

Children with ADHD or learning differences often benefit from occupational therapy and sometimes physiotherapy to help them succeed at home and school.

ADHD and attention difficulties

Children with ADHD may struggle with organisation, concentration, and sensory regulation, affecting their success at home and school.

How we help - Occupational therapy focusing on attention strategies, organisation skills, sensory regulation, and environmental adaptations. Physiotherapy may help with coordination and regulation through movement.

What to expect - Assessment of attention and organisational challenges followed by practical strategies for home and school that help your child succeed.

Learning difficulties and school challenges

When children struggle with handwriting, organisation, or other school-based skills, our occupational therapists can help identify and address underlying challenges.

How we help - Occupational therapy assessment to understand why school tasks are challenging, followed by strategies and support to help your child succeed academically.

Physical and mobility conditions

Our physiotherapy team has extensive experience helping children with various physical challenges affecting their movement, strength, and participation in activities.

Muscular conditions

Children with muscle weakness or muscular conditions need specialist physiotherapy to maintain and improve their function.

How we help - Specialist physiotherapy programmes focusing on maintaining strength, preventing complications, and adapting activities. We work closely with medical teams and provide equipment advice.

What to expect - Comprehensive assessment followed by ongoing physiotherapy supporting your child's mobility and independence as much as possible.

Sports injuries and musculoskeletal problems

Active children sometimes experience injuries or develop pain that affects their participation in sports and activities.

How we help - Specialist physiotherapy for injury recovery, pain management, and return to activities. We also provide injury prevention advice and strength programmes.

What to expect - Assessment of injury or pain followed by treatment plan helping your child recover fully and return to activities they enjoy.

Growing pains and postural problems

Many children experience discomfort from growing or develop postural problems from school activities or device use.

How we help - Physiotherapy assessment and treatment for growth-related pain, postural education, and strategies for comfortable participation in daily activities.

Feeding and swallowing difficulties

Some children experience challenges with eating, drinking, or swallowing that can affect their nutrition, growth, and participation in mealtimes.

How we help - Our speech and language therapist can assess swallowing difficulties and provide strategies for safer, more successful eating and drinking.

What to expect - Careful assessment of feeding difficulties followed by practical strategies to make mealtimes safer and more enjoyable for your child and family.

Post-surgical rehabilitation

Children who have undergone surgery need specialist rehabilitation to help them recover fully and achieve the best possible outcomes.

Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR) rehabilitation

We have extensive experience supporting children through SDR surgery, from pre-operative preparation to long-term post-surgical rehabilitation.

How we help - Comprehensive physiotherapy programmes including pre-operative conditioning, immediate post-operative care, and intensive rehabilitation to maximise the benefits of surgery.

What to expect - Partnership throughout your child's SDR journey, with specialist programmes designed to help them achieve maximum benefit from their surgery.

Orthopaedic surgery recovery

Children recovering from bone, joint, or tendon surgery need specialist rehabilitation to regain full function.

How we help - Physiotherapy and occupational therapy working together to help your child recover strength, movement, and functional abilities following surgery.

What to expect - Coordinated rehabilitation supporting your child's recovery and return to all their usual activities.

Complex and multiple conditions

Many children have more than one condition or complex needs that require coordinated care from multiple professionals. This is where our multi-disciplinary approach really shows its value.

Multiple diagnoses

When children have several conditions affecting different areas of development, our team can provide coordinated care that addresses all their needs without overwhelming families with multiple separate services.

How we help - Coordinated assessment and treatment from our physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy teams, with shared goals and regular communication between therapists.

What to expect - Comprehensive multi-disciplinary assessment followed by coordinated care that addresses all aspects of your child's needs through our integrated team approach.

Rare conditions

We have experience supporting children with many rare conditions, adapting our approach to meet the unique challenges each condition presents.

How we help - Flexible, individualised approach drawing on our team's expertise across all therapy disciplines to provide the best possible support for your child's specific needs.

What to expect - Careful assessment of your child's unique needs followed by creative, adaptive therapy approaches designed specifically for their condition and circumstances.

Getting help for your child

If you're concerned about your child's development or they have a diagnosed condition, our team is here to help. We understand that seeking therapy support can feel overwhelming, which is why we make the process as straightforward as possible.

When to seek help

Consider contacting us if your child:

• Is slower to reach developmental milestones

• Has difficulty with movement, coordination, or physical activities

• Struggles with communication or social interaction

• Has challenges with daily activities like dressing, eating, or playing

• Has been diagnosed with any condition affecting their development

• Has experienced injury, illness, or surgery affecting their abilities

Our assessment process

Comprehensive evaluation - Our team will assess all areas of your child's development to understand their strengths and challenges.

Family-centred planning - We work with you to understand your priorities and develop goals that matter to your family.

Coordinated approach - When children need multiple therapies, we coordinate care to avoid overwhelming families whilst ensuring comprehensive support.

Regular reviews - We monitor progress closely and adjust treatment plans as your child develops and their needs change.

Why choose Kids' Therapy Works?

Multi-disciplinary expertise

As one of the few providers offering physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech and language therapy under one roof, we can provide comprehensive assessment and coordinated treatment that addresses all aspects of your child's development.

Specialist experience

Our team has extensive experience with the full range of childhood conditions, from common developmental delays to complex neurological conditions and rare disorders.

Family-centred approach

We understand that families are the experts on their children, and we work in partnership with you to ensure therapy fits your child's needs and your family's circumstances.

Flexible service delivery

We offer therapy in our clinics, your home, your child's school, or online - whatever works best for your child and family.

Evidence-based practice

All our interventions are based on the latest research and best practice guidelines, ensuring your child receives the most effective treatment available.

Ready to help your child reach their potential? Contact our experienced team today on 01206 212 849 to discuss how we can support your child's development and your family's goals.

At Kids' Therapy Works, we believe every child has unique potential. Our comprehensive, coordinated approach helps children with all types of conditions develop their abilities, build confidence, and participate fully in family and community life.