Event Name:
Clinical Conversations – Paediatric OT Mentoring Series

Event description

Clinical Conversations is a reflective practice series for paediatric occupational therapists who want space to think more deeply about their work with neurodivergent children.

This is not a lecture and it is not a traditional professional development workshop. It is a facilitated conversation space where Alyce Svensk and Claire Britton have real clinical conversations about the realities of bringing neuroaffirming approaches to life in paediatric practice.

Many therapists do not have consistent access to senior clinicians at work to talk through scope of practice, evolving approaches, or the grey areas between theory and real life. Clinical Conversations creates that space in a supportive and professionally grounded way.

How each session works

Each session begins with Alyce and Claire in conversation about a real and relevant aspect of neuroaffirming paediatric practice. This is an honest, practice-based discussion rather than a formal presentation.

Participants then move into small breakout groups to reflect, discuss, and process the ideas together, building their own clinical reasoning through shared perspectives.

There are no case presentations required. This space is designed so you can learn through listening, reflecting, and thinking alongside other paediatric OTs.

A recording of the opening conversation will be made available following the session.

Who this is for

This series is suited to paediatric OTs who
• Want to deepen their neuroaffirming lens in practice
• Value reflective discussion over quick fix strategies
• Are navigating complexity or uncertainty in their clinical work
• Do not have regular access to senior clinical reflection in their workplace
• Enjoy learning by hearing how others think and approach their work

Next session 29th April 2026 - 1-2:30 AEST/11-12:30 AWST

Knowing when and how to end therapy is one of the trickiest parts of paediatric practice — and most of us figured it out on the job with very little guidance.

Maybe a child has hit a plateau. Maybe they're ready to fly and you both know it. Maybe funding has unexpectedly run out, or you're not sure you're the right fit anymore.

In this session, Claire Britton and I are talking through all of it — planned exits, unplanned ones, and how to have those conversations with families in a way that actually feels okay.

Recordings will be sent after the session.

If you would like to be added to the mailing list to stay up to date with these session please email hello@theotcoach.au 

Important notes

This is a reflective discussion space and does not replace individual supervision. Please maintain confidentiality and avoid sharing identifying client details in discussions.

Facilitators

• Alyce Svensk – The OT Coach Australia. An experienced paediatric OT, supervisor, and mentor passionate about helping therapists build confidence and clarity in their practice.

• Claire Britton – NeuroInclusion. An OT with a focus on neurodiversity-affirming practice, Claire brings practical strategies and insights to support children and families.

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