An experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist with specialist expertise in autism, ADHD, sensory processing, and EHCP provisions, Mandatt joined The OT Centre in late 2025 providing specialist services for children and young people for Medico-Legal cases, Private Clients and families, Schools & Colleges, Local Authorities, and Statutory Services.
" Mandatt is very passionate and enthusiastic, focusing on achieving the best for her clients. Since starting with us, she's been proactive and willing to use her skills in a versatile manner to challenge herself.Â
She's very a conscientious organised person, and has genuinely been a pleasure to work with. I'm delighted to have her dedication and energy as part of our team."
Helen Spencer
Clinical Director
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Paediatric Occupational Therapist
BSc Psychology, PgDip Occupational TherapyÂ
Bath (Somerset)
Bridgwater (Somerset)
Bristol (Bristol)
Cardiff (Cardiff)
Cheltenham (Gloucestershire)
Chippenham (Wiltshire)
Gloucester (Gloucestershire)
Newport (Newport)
Swindon (Wiltshire)
Taunton (Somerset)
Trowbridge (Wiltshire)
Weston-super-Mare (Somerset)
Yeovil (Somerset)
Mandatt is a highly experienced Occupational Therapist with a strong track record of supporting children and young people with a wide range of developmental, sensory, physical, and emotional needs. She is HCPC registered and a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT), bringing a high standard of ethical, evidence-based practice to every child and family she works with.
Mandatt has extensive experience working with children with autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, sensory processing differences, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, complex developmental profiles and emotional regulation challenges, anxiety, trauma, and behavioural difficulties. Her work spans early years through to secondary age groups and beyond, across home, school, and community environments.
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She is highly trained in a broad range of standardised assessments including Movement ABC, Beery VMI, DTVP, DASH, Sensory Profile, and the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency. Mandatt has particular expertise in sensory integration, postural management, and functional skill development. She has experience supporting children with cerebral palsy and advising on specialist equipment and seating to promote comfort, safety, and participation.
Mandatt adopts a holistic and child-centred approach, focusing on independence in self-care, play, learning, emotional regulation, motor skills, and participation in daily activities. She has significant experience delivering EHCP-related assessments and intervention, producing high-quality written reports, and collaborating effectively with families, schools, and other professionals to ensure therapy recommendations are understood and consistently implemented. She is particularly adept at translating assessment findings into practical, achievable strategies that fit naturally into everyday family life, ensuring recommendations are genuinely useful and sustainable. Her ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team ensures that children receive joined-up, coherent support.
Committed to empowering parents and carers, Mandatt brings an ability to build strong, trusting relationships with both children and families, creating a safe therapeutic space where children feel understood and valued. She is known for her clear communication style and her ability to explain complex needs in a supportive, accessible way. She regularly provides parent coaching, training, and psychoeducation, enabling families to feel confident in supporting their child beyond therapy sessions. This collaborative approach ensures that progress continues at home and that families feel equipped and supported throughout their journey.
Mandatt is recognised for her strong work ethic, professionalism, and commitment to going the extra mile. She is both collaborative and highly organised, ensuring families feel genuinely supported throughout their therapy journey. Above all, she is passionate about helping children feel capable, confident, and understood, and about supporting families to see meaningful, lasting change in their child's daily life.
Aids & Equipment, Anxiety Management, Challenging Behaviours Management & Support, Functional Skills Training: Independent Living Skills (ILS), Activities of Daily Living (ADL), Community Access, Housing Adaptations: Minor, Housing Assessment, Manual Handling, Mental Health, Mobility, Motor Skills - Fine or Gross, Neurorehabilitation, Physical Rehabilitation, Postural Management, Sensory Integration Practitioner Level #1: Aware but cannot assess or treat, Sensory Processing, Sleep Hygiene, SMART Goal Setting & Reporting, Social Difficulties, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Spasticity Management, Special Educational Needs (SEN): EHCP (Education Health & Care Plan), Individual Education Plan (IEP), Additional Learning Needs (ALN), Individual Development Plan (IDP), Coordinated Support Plan (CSP), Individualised Educational Programme (IEP), Specialist Seating, Training, Upper Limb Rehabilitation, Wheelchair Assessments
Challenging Behaviours Management & Support, Sensory Processing, Training
Learning Difficulties OT, Mental Health & Neurodivergence OT, Paediatrics OT, Posture and Seating OT
Developmental
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD, Autism/Autistic Spectrum Disorder ASD, Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) / Dyspraxia, Down Syndrome, Global Developmental Delay GDD, Learning Disability, Profound Multiple Learning Disabilities PMLD
Neurological
Acquired Brain Injury (Cerebral Palsy CP), Epilepsy, Spinal Cord Injury
Psychological
Anxiety Disorders incl Agoraphobia, Panic, Separation Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Phobia, Bi-polar, Depression, Schizophrenia
Sensory
Sensory Processing Disorder SPD, Sensory Modulation Disorder SMD, Sensory-Based Motor Disorder SBMD, Sensory Discrimination Disorder
Case Managers & Medicolegal, Private Clients, Individuals & Families, Schools & Colleges, Housing Associations, Local Authorities/Statutory Services, Businesses & Charities
Occupational Therapists vetted by our Clinical Director as specialists in their field.
Working with Case Managers, Solicitors and the Client MDT since 2010
Remaining a family owned, family run practice putting clinical services, quality and integrity before profit.
Direct access to your OT via Mobile Phone and online Call-Back Booking Service.
Secure Online Access to all aspects of our work, including Professional Reports, SMARTAAR Goal Plans, Goal-Scored Client Sessions and Client Appointment Schedules.
Fully Costed Proposals for fixed periods of SMARTAAR goal-driven outcome focused therapy.
Quantifiable clinically justifiable interventions through Session by Session scored Outcome Reports and End-Term Treatment Review Reports.
Best use of tools and technologies to provide a first-class service for our clients and our customers.
Custom built Apps make it easy for your OT to manage your client case, documentation, goal plans and reports, providing a clear framework for their clinical work.
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