Group Therapy

Paediatric Allied Health

Group Therapy provides a safe environment for children to practice new skills, techniques and social skills with others!

Group Therapy programs generally run over 6-8 weeks focusing on a specific set of skills. Our programs are created and delivered by our Physiotherapists, Speech Therapists and Occupational Therapists.

Our Group Therapy programs include:

Prep & School Readiness

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School readiness groups to support children successfully transition into school.

School Holiday Programs

Lifespan Therapies Kids Physio Kids OT Kids Speech in clinic and at home

Learn communication, social skills, and more in our school holiday groups.

Enhancing communication and social skills through the fun of Lego!

Lego-based Therapy

Lifespan Therapies Kids Physio Kids OT Kids Speech in clinic and at home
How does Group Therapy work?
How does Group Therapy work?

Group programs are a fantastic way to implement the strategies and foundational skills learnt in 1:1 therapy sessions.

Group programs are run by Therapists and AHAs with a structured program written to target a variety of goals and objectives specific to the group purpose and theme. The therapy team puts time into ensuring each group is appropriate for each individual.

Questions to ask when considering Group Therapy
Questions to ask when considering Group Therapy

  • What goal(s) are you wanting to achieve?

  • How long can your child tolerate therapy for?

  • Does your funding plan allow for this type of therapy?

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What are the benefits of Group Therapy?

Opportunities to interact with others

Extra practice in a fun way that doesn't feel like therapy

Put into practice skills learnt in therapy

Teaches teamwork, cooperation and turn taking skills

Watching others model the same techniques and skills

Teaching communication in a safe space

Increased confidence and socials skills

Making new friends and connections for children and adults

Physiotherapist Liz Donnellan running a group therapy session. Three children are sitting on the floor with Liz, doing an activity with colored balls and educational material in our clinic gym at Lifespan Therapies.
A group of four people participating in Lego-based group therapy. Two children are pictured with an Allied Health Assistant and a qualified Lego-based facilitator. They are pictured sitting down and smiling in the clinic gym at Lifespan Therapies.
Two small groups participating in Lego-based group therapy. Five children are pictured with an Allied Health Assistant and two qualified Lego-based facilitators. They are pictured sitting down and working in the clinic gym at Lifespan Therapies.
Two children engaging in sensory play during group therapy at Lifespan Therapies in North Brisbane.
Children sitting on the floor, playing with colorful magnetic building tiles during group therapy at Lifespan Therapies in North Brisbane.
Children engaging in activities using colourful exercise equipment during group therapy at Lifespan Therapies in North Brisbane.
Three children with occupational therapist Georgia Black sitting on a playmat in a colourful therapy room. There are two boys and a girl holding a toy, while the OT smiles at the camera during a group therapy session.
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