OT Medico-Legal Reports
Medico-legal Occupational Therapy & Sensory Integration Assessment, Treatment and Reporting for Adults and Children in Litigation and beyond.
"I never place a clinician with a client unless they have the specialist skills and expertise required for that client’s specific conditions and needs.”
Helen Spencer, Clinical Director
Medico-Legal Reports with The OT Centre
Established in 2009, The OT Centre is a leading provider of Occupational Therapy services to legal professionals and Case Managers, specialising in comprehensive Assessment, Intervention and medico-legal reports for adults and children.
Our medico-legal Reports establish a clear and sound basis for treatment programmes based on goal driven, SMART objectives that are fully costed. Our Initial Assessment articulates how index and subsequent injuries and conditions affect activity and function in all aspects of a person’s life, whether at home, at work, in educational settings or life in the community.
Working with over 140 Case Managers, we have secured a reputation for providing the right OT for every case, ensuring every client has every opportunity to achieve their full potential.
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We recognise that it’s crucial our treatment plans and interventions are outcome driven, demonstrating credible value in OT input and corresponding costs. We were the first provider in the UK to adopt a SMARTAAR driven approach to intervention, establishing a post Assessment baseline score within 4-6 weeks of Assessment followed by session to session scored progress reporting against each goal.
The OT Centre’s Clinical Director continues to personally vet and recruit Adult and Paediatric Occupational Therapy and Sensory Integration specialists establishing comprehensive, credible expertise and experience across key clinical specialisms, including Neurorehabilitation (for Acquired Brain Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury), Paediatrics, Spinal Injury and Orthopaedic Injuries.
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The right OT every time
Who We Work With
Case Management Professionals
Providing highly specialist treating Occupational Therapy Services to Case Managers since 2009. Our long-standing experience in this sector ensures we tailor our services around the individual requirements of every Case Manager.
Solicitors & Financial Deputies
Enabling the litigation process through detailed evidence-based costs and reports at every stage of the client's rehabilitation with us.
Multi-Disciplinary Teams
A cohesive approach to integrated working with client teams across private and statutory sectors, including Speech & Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Music Therapists, Neuropsychologists and Care Teams.
Families
Our Occupational Therapists and Sensory Integration specialists are an integral part of family life, providing support, guidance, training to family members and responding to any concerns and questions whilst supporting goals and objectives.
Areas We Specialise In
At The OT Centre, we put Clients before Profit, providing Gold Standard Occupational Therapy and Sensory Integration services. Our focus is always providing the best OT for your specific needs, every time.
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How our Medico-Legal Service works
Enquiry & Proposal
Fast Track an Enquiry or Book a Call Back to discuss your medico-legal reporting requirements for a bespoke Costed Proposal and practitioner CV.
☑ Clear Proposal and Costs
☑ Full Practitioner CV
☑ Fast Track an Instruction to get OT Services in place to your timetable
We never put forward a practitioner who does not have the expertise for your client’s needs.
Medico-Legal Assessment & Report
Comprehensive Assessment and Outcome Report including recommendations and costings for a programme of intervention.
You will have direct access to our OT prior to Assessment to ensure that our Assessment is fully informed, organised and scheduled.
☑ Comprehensive Functional Assessment by a subject matter expert
☑ Assessment outcome report
☑ Fast Track service to get interventions underway to your timetable
Intervention & Medico-Legal Progress & Outcome Reporting
Never lose sight of what we are doing and how your client is progressing against an agreed SMART Goal Plan.
We send you a clear Outcome Report after each client session detailing Goals worked on, summary of the session and Progress Scores for each Goal. If there's something the Clinician feels you need to be made aware of, they will call you.
☑ Secure Online Access to Appointments, Documentation & Reports
☑ Time-boxed Goal-driven Treatment
☑ Goal Achievement Outcome Measures
☑ Session by Session Goal-Orientated Progress Reporting
☑ Clear conclusions, recommendations and costed forward plan
Fastrack instruction to get services in place
Secure online access to appointments, documentation & reports
Goal-oriented Treatment Plans and Progress scoring
Medico-Legal Assessments, Reports and Pricing
Neurological Assessment
Initial Assessment & Report
Functionally oriented Assessment with a fully qualified, experienced Neurorehab OT specialist
Direct access to our Neuro OT specialist prior to Assessment
Assessment Outcome Report detailing findings, recommendations and costs for a forward programme of Intervention
Secure online access to our Report
Phone call to discuss report findings
From £540
excluding travel
(adult case)
Neurological Rehabilitation
Treatment Plan, 12 Sessions & Outcome Report
Goal driven intervention programme from a Fully Qualified, experienced Neurorehab OT specialist
Detailed SMARTAAR Goal Oriented Treatment Plan with baseline scoring
Session-by-Session Outcome Reports including progress scoring against our Goal-oriented Treatment Plan
Outcome Report detailing interventions, progress, outcome scores and recommendations
From £2,205
excluding travel
(adult case)
Standardised Sensory Assessment
Detailed Sensory Assessment & Report
Detailed Assessment and Report of Sensory Processing Difficulties using industry standard Assessment Protocols
Direct access to our SI specialist prior to Assessment
Assessment Outcome Report detailing findings, recommendations and costs for a forward programme of Intervention
Phone call to discuss report findings
From £900
excluding travel
(paediatric case)
Why Choose The OT Centre
UK Wide Occupational Therapy and Sensory Integration Services based on Clinical Excellence
Our team of experts have collaborated with Case Managers, Solicitors, Care Agencies and Legal Professionals, across a wide variety of complex cases since 2009, helped hundreds of clients and families live more independent and fulfilling lives.
Specialist expertise for Brain Injury, Spinal Injury, Paediatrics, Sensory Integration and more
Treatments tailored to every client's specific needs
Optimal measurable client outcomes
Our Occupational Therapy and SI specialists understand your requirements and demonstrate exceptional flexibility, ensuring we meet the needs of every individual or family we work with.
Direct access to the right OT at The OT Centre, every time
We never offer an OT or an SI Practitioner who doesn’t have the specialist skills for every client case, assuring high quality services to the medico-legal profession every time.
Your Questions Answered
What is a medico-legal report?
A medico-legal report is a comprehensive document prepared by healthcare professionals, such as Occupational Therapists, for use in legal proceedings. These reports are crucial in cases involving personal injury, workers' compensation, or disability claims. Medico-legal reports provide expert opinions on an individual's functional capacity, treatment needs, and prognosis, serving as essential evidence in legal cases.
Medico-legal reports are characterised by several essential elements:
Comprehensive Assessment: Involving a thorough evaluation of an individual's medical history, current condition, and functional abilities. For occupational therapy medico-legal reports, this includes assessing the person's capacity such as performing activities of daily living, work-related tasks, and participating in social or leisure activities.
Objective Documentation: Medico-legal reports strive to present information in an unbiased, factual manner. They include detailed observations, results of standardised assessments, and professional interpretations of findings.
Expert Opinion: Based on specialised knowledge and experience, the OT provides expert opinions on various aspects such as:
The extent and impact of injuries or conditions
Causation analysis (linking the condition to a specific incident or circumstance)
Prognosis and future medical needs
Recommendations for treatment or accommodations
Legal Context: Information is presented in a way that is relevant and understandable to legal professionals, insurance companies, and courts. Technical medical terminology is often explained in layman's terms.
Evidence for Legal Proceedings: Medico-legal reports serve as crucial evidence in various legal contexts, including:
Personal injury claims
Workers' compensation cases
Disability benefit applications
Medical negligence lawsuits
Insurance disputes
Compliance with Legal Standards: Reports are prepared in accordance with specific legal and professional standards to ensure their admissibility and credibility in court.
Impartiality: Whether prepared by a treating professional or an independent expert, medico-legal reports are expected to maintain a high degree of objectivity and impartiality.
Are there different types of medico-legal reports?
It's important to recognise and distinguish between two main types of OT medico-legal report:
Treating Occupational Therapy Medico-Legal Report
A Treating OT Medico-legal Report is prepared by the occupational therapist who has been treating the client and is based on firsthand knowledge of the client's condition and progress. Typically a Treating OT Report;
Focuses on the client's functional abilities, treatment history, and ongoing needs
Provides insights into the client's response to therapy and rehabilitation potential
Expert Witness Medico-Legal Report
An Expert Witness Report is prepared by an independent healthcare professional (often an Occupational Therapist) who has not treated the client and is based on a thorough, comprehensive assessment of the client and review of medical records. An Expert Witness Report will not be limited to an individuals future OT needs but will consider their health needs in the wider context;
Offering an impartial expert opinion on the client's condition, functional limitations, and future needs
Including analysis of causation, prognosis, and recommendations for future care
Does The OT Centre provide medico-legal reports?
Yes, The OT Centre has been providing Treating OT Medico-legal Reports for litigation cases since 2010.
The OT Centre was established by Helen Spencer, a highly experienced Neurorehabilitation OT to provide treating OT services for Personal Injury cases involving catastrophic injury including;
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Birth Injuries
Our Treating Occupational Therapists are selected based on the expertise in a particular OT Specialism ensuring comprehensive specialist condition-oriented expertise including the management and treatment of associated secondary conditions and difficulties including;
Does The OT Centre provide expert witness reports?
Unfortunately, we are currently unable to provide Expert Witness reports. Our focus remains on delivering high-quality Treating Medico-Legal assessments and reports, along with OT services.
How much does a medico-legal assessment and report cost?
The precise cost of a Medico-Legal Assessment and Report is determined by the nature of each individual case, including the assessment objectives, the nature of the injury or condition, the age of the client and the client location.
Guideline prices can be found on our medico-legal pricing page. Our FastTrack Enquiry will provide you with a detailed proposal and costs by email either the same day or by a date/time of your choice.
Other common questions we're asked about payment;
Do I pay for an Assessment upfront?
No. We will send an Invoice, based on your original instructions, when our Assessment and Report are complete.How do I pay for ongoing Treatment?
We will send you an invoice each month detailing our interventions and costs together with Terms and Conditions for payment. Each invoice is backed by full timesheet detailing the work undertaken in that period.How do I pay?
Payment options are provided for you with our Proposal and Costs.
Who can write a medico-legal report?
Medico-legal reports are typically written by healthcare professionals with specific qualifications and expertise. The individual selected to prepare a report will vary depending on the nature of the case and jurisdictional requirements. Generally, the following professionals can write medico-legal reports:
Occupational Therapists: OTs are qualified to write medico-legal reports focusing on functional capacity, workplace assessments, and rehabilitation needs. They provide expert opinions on how injuries or conditions affect a person's ability to perform daily activities and work-related tasks.
Physicians: Medical doctors, including general practitioners and specialists (e.g., orthopedists, neurologists), can prepare medico-legal reports detailing medical diagnoses, treatment plans, and prognoses.
Psychologists and Psychiatrists: These professionals write reports on mental health conditions, cognitive functioning, and psychological impacts of injuries or trauma.
Physiotherapists: They can provide medico-legal reports on physical injuries, mobility issues, and rehabilitation progress.
Nurses: Specialist nurses may write reports on ongoing care needs, especially in cases involving long-term care or complex medical conditions.
Other Allied Health Professionals: Depending on the case, other specialists such as speech therapists, audiologists, or optometrists may be called upon to write medico-legal reports in their areas of expertise.
What qualifications are required to write a medico-legal report?
Key qualifications for writing medico-legal reports include:
Professional Certification: The writer must be licensed and in good standing with their professional regulatory body. The regulatory body for Occupational Therapists is the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) which provides a publicly available online search tool to check for a valid registration and professional standing of any Occupational Therapist in the UK.
Subject Matter Expertise: They should have specific knowledge and experience in the area (or specialism) pertinent to the case.
Training in Medico-Legal Report Writing: Many professionals undergo additional training to understand the legal context and requirements of these reports.
Experience: Familiarity with legal proceedings and previous experience in writing medico-legal reports is often preferred.
What qualifications and experience do your occupational therapists have?
At The OT Centre, we guarantee that each case is handled by an OT or SI specialist with the necessary Professional Certification, Subject Matter Expertise, experience and training required for an individual’s presenting Diagnoses/Conditions and associated Difficulties. We will always provide the OT’s full CV detailing their Professional Certifications, Qualifications, Subject Matter Expertise (Specialisms) and Experience. Our OT CV’s are available to view and download from our Team Pages and include the following;
Professional Certifications: Our Occupational Therapists are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, the UK regulatory body for Occupational Therapy and Allied Health Professionals. Each OT’s registration is evidenced and verifiable online from our Team pages.
Professional Qualifications: Our Occupational Therapists are qualified to practice Occupational Therapy either through a Postgraduate Certificate in Occupational Therapy, a BSc in Occupational Therapy, an MSc in Occupational Therapy or PhD in Occupational Therapy. Our Sensory Integration OT’s are likewise qualified in Occupational Therapy and additionally will have an SI Stage 2, 3 or 4 qualification.
Subject Matter Expertise (OT Specialisms): Our Occupational Therapists are specialists in one or more OT Specialisms and have
Experience: Our Occupational Therapists have been Professionally Qualified and have practised in their chosen Specialism for at least three years.
Personal Attributes: As an experienced and specialist provider, we at The OT Centre recognise the fundamental importance of personal relationships in successful outcomes. We aim and aspire to provide the best OT for your client, not only through professional expertise and experience but also helping you find an OT who will be a good personal fit to work well with your client. All our CV’s contain a Bio front sheet designed to tell you who they are as both a person and a professional, their interests, experience and passion.
What information is included in a medico-legal report from a Treating Occupational Therapist?
Medico-legal reports produced by treating Occupational Therapists (OTs) provide comprehensive insights into a client's functional abilities, limitations, and progress. The OT Centre approach is one of Assess, Treat, Review.
Initial Assessment Medico-Legal Report
An Initial Assessment Report is a comprehensive document which establishes an understanding of a client's functional status. It should form an objective measurable baseline and guide for forward treatment and intervention. It will typically contain;
Client Information:
Demographic details
Relevant medical history
Current medications
Reason for referral
Injury or Condition Details:
Description of the injury or condition
Date and circumstances of onset
Impact on daily life and work
Assessment Methodologies:
Standardised assessment tools used
Observational assessments conducted
Any specialised tests performed
Functional Capacity Evaluation:
Current abilities in activities of daily living (ADLs)
Work-related functional capabilities
Cognitive and physical function assessments
Environmental Factors:
Home environment assessment
Workplace ergonomics (if applicable)
Identification of potential hazards or barriers
Initial Findings and Diagnosis:
OT's professional opinion on functional limitations
Correlation between reported symptoms and observed function
Treatment Recommendations:
Proposed therapy interventions
Estimated duration and frequency of treatment
Goals of occupational therapy intervention
Forecast Treatment Cost
Prognosis:
Anticipated outcomes of treatment
Factors that may influence recovery
Treatment Conclusion/End Term Medico-Legal Report
An End of Treatment Term Medico-Legal Report produced by a Treating Occupational Therapist (OT) serves as a comprehensive summary and analysis of the client's progress throughout the course of occupational therapy intervention. Crucially it will reflect and objectively measure progress over the course of treatment against the baseline established at time of Assessment. Complex cases will typically involve multiple terms of treatment/intervention of no more than six months (this is generally accepted as the furthest clinical horizon). It will typically contain;
Summary of Initial Assessment:
Brief recap of initial findings and treatment plan
Treatment Details:
Duration and frequency of therapy sessions
Specific interventions and modalities used
Client's adherence to treatment plan
Progress Evaluation:
Comparison of current function to initial assessment
Improvements in ADLs and work-related tasks
Changes in standardised assessment scores
Outcome Measures:
Objective data on functional improvements
Client-reported outcome measures
Goals Achievement:
Evaluation of initial treatment goals
Explanation of goals met, partially met, or not met
Current Functional Status:
Detailed description of current abilities and limitations
Residual impairments and their impact
Return to Work Considerations (if applicable):
Work capacity assessment
Recommended workplace modifications or accommodations
Future Recommendations:
Need for ongoing therapy or follow-up
Suggested home exercise program
Referrals to other specialists if required
Long-term Prognosis:
Expected long-term outcomes
Factors that may influence long-term function
Conclusion and Professional Opinion:
Overall summary of treatment effectiveness
OT's expert opinion on client's current and future functional capacity
Both types of reports aim to provide a clear, objective, and comprehensive view of the client's functional status, ensuring that all parties involved in the medico-legal process have the necessary information to make informed decisions. Our experienced OTs are skilled in producing detailed, professionally written medico-legal reports that meet the highest standards of the legal and healthcare communities.
What is the importance of outcome measures in treating OT medico-legal reports?
Outcome measures play a crucial role in Occupational Therapy (OT) medico-legal reports, providing objective, quantifiable data to establish functional baselines and measure meaningful progress through treatment and intervention.
The OT Centre was the first UK provider to adopt the SMARTAAR methodology for outcome driven Goal-oriented Treatment Planning and Intervention. Our SMARTAAR Goal-oriented Treatment Plans establish objective functional scores against meaningful client goals including hierarchical breakdown of planned steps and actions to achievement. Our Session Outcome Reports identify and score progress against each Goal after every session. Our End Term Rehabilitation Review Reports include a detailed review of interventions by Goal including progress scores.
What is your turnaround time from referral to delivering a Medico-legal report?
It’s important to us that we respond to your specific timetable and case needs. We offer a Fast Track Enquiry service for enquiries and instructions to get costs to you and services in place as quickly as possible with the minimum of fuss and within your timeframes.
As a general rule of thumb, we typically expect to undertake an Initial Assessment within 3-10 working days of instruction and release our Initial Assessment Report within 5 working days of Assessment.
Would your OT’s be able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside other professionals?
Yes, our team of OTs and SI professionals have many years of experience working closely with a client MDT and the wider professional team. We understand the importance of integrated care and are committed to working together to share expertise and ensure the best outcomes for patients.
As a Case Manager or Legal professional who will be my main point of contact?
Your main point of contact following Instruction will be your dedicated OT or SI Practitioner via mobile phone and email as you need. In addition, you will have secure online access to all of our Clinical Records for your client through our Customer Portal, including our medico-legal Reports, our Goal-Oriented Treatment Plans, our Goal-Oriented Session Outcome Reports and our Client Visit Schedules. You can find out more about our Customer Portal here.
How do I know which Occupational Therapist is right for my Client?
What Qualifications, Experience and Skills should I check for in an Occupational Therapist?
It's important to enquire about a therapist's Qualifications, Training, Experience and Specialism to ensure that your Client receives services from a well-trained and competent professional who, crucially, has specialised in treating your Client's specific Conditions and Difficulties.
It is, and always has been, our policy to provide detailed CV's, in response to your Enquiry, along with our Proposal and Costings. This ensures you have detailed evidence of a selected OT's Qualifications, Training, Experience and Specialism(s). All of our Occupational Therapists meet or exceed the following minimum academic, clinical and regulatory standards.
Education
An Occupational Therapist must have a Bachelor's Degree (BSc) or PostGraduate Qualification Certificate in Occupational Therapy (for example a PGCert or MSc). All our OT CV's cite their educational qualifications, grade and corresponding academic institutions and are downloadable from our Team pages.
Certification
An Occupational Therapist must be licensed to practice in the UK through the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).
All our OT CV's link to the HCPC Registration page (citing their registration direct with the HCPC website) available from our Team pages.
Clinical Experience and Specialised Training
Clinical experience is a vital component of an occupational therapist's education and practice and The OT Centre asserts that your Client should only be treated by an OT who has experience in the OT Specialism pertinent to your client's specific Conditions and Difficulties.
All our OT CV's cite their Clinical Experience and Specialisms and are downloadable from our Team pages. This ensures we are able to provide the very best advice and treatment for a person's specific needs.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for Occupational Therapists; they need to effectively communicate with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care.
All our OT CV's have a "Bio" page (Biography) to give you a sense of who they are, their strengths, their passion and specific interests and broader experience working with clients and other professionals. Our OT CV's are downloadable from our Team pages.
How Do I Know What Kind of Occupational Therapy Specialist I Need?
You may not always know what OT Specialism best meets your and your client's specific needs. Rest assured we do. When you Contact Us to discuss your needs, our Enquiries Team follow a clinically assured process to identify and clarify your specific Requirements and your client's Diagnoses/Conditions and Difficulties so that we can establish the appropriate OT Specialism and individual OT. We then provide you with a no-obligation proposal which includes costings together with one or more OT CV's for your decision.
Check out our pages dedicated to help you understand how a Client's Conditions/Diagnoses and Occupational Difficulties factor in determining the OT Specialism best suited to your client's needs.
How do I know which Sensory Integration Therapist is right for my Client?
What Qualifications, Experience and Skills should I check for in an SI Therapist?
A qualified Sensory Integration Therapist typically possesses a background in Occupational Therapy and has received additional training and clinical experience in Sensory Integration.
It's important to enquire about a therapist's Qualifications, Training, Experience and Specialism to ensure that they receive services from a well-trained and competent professional who, crucially, has specialised in treating your Client's specific condition(s) and difficulties.
It is, and always has been, our policy to provide detailed CV's, in response to your Enquiry, along with our Proposal and Costings. This ensures you have detailed evidence of a selected Therapist's Qualifications, Training, Experience and Specialism(s). All of our SI Therapists meet or exceed the following minimum academic, clinical and regulatory standards.
Education
An Occupational Therapist must have a Bachelor's Degree (BSc) or PostGraduate Qualification Certificate in Occupational Therapy (for example a PGCert or MSc).
All our Practitioner CV's cite their educational qualifications, grade and corresponding academic institutions and are downloadable from our Team pages.
Certification
An Occupational Therapist must be licensed to practice in the UK through the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).
All our Practitioner CV's link to the HCPC Registration page (citing their registration direct with the HCPC website) available from our Team pages.
Clinical Experience and Specialised Training
Clinical experience is a vital component of a therapist's education and practice and we assert that clients should only be treated by an OT who has experience in the OT Specialism pertinent to the client's specific Condition(s) underlying their Sensory Processing Difficulties.
Substantial clinical experience in providing Sensory Integration services is essential. This experience helps therapists apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations and develop clinical reasoning skills.
All our Practitioner CV's cite their Clinical Experience and Specialisms and are downloadable from our Team pages. This ensures we are able to provide the very best advice and treatment for a person's specific needs.
Continuing Education
Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education in the field of sensory integration is crucial. This ensures that therapists stay updated on the latest research, assessment tools, and intervention strategies.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for SI Therapists; they need to effectively communicate with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care.
All our Practitioner CV's have a "Bio" page (Biography) to give you a sense of who they are, their strengths, their passion and specific interests and broader experience working with clients and other professionals. Our Practitioner CV's are downloadable from our Team pages.
Membership in professional organisations related to occupational therapy and sensory integration may also be a positive indicator of a therapist's commitment to ethical standards and ongoing professional development.
How Do I Know What Kind of SI Specialist I Need?
Whilst the above SI Qualifications/Experience Infographic is invaluable, it is important to understand that your Client's Sensory Difficulties will almost certainly present alongside Diagnoses and Conditions which do not necessarily determine Sensory Processing Difficulties but do however have a significant bearing on your client's overall Occupational performance, abilities and potential. We therefore assert that an SI Practitioner with a background in an OT Specialism concerned with your Client's wider Diagnoses and Conditions presents obvious advantages.
You may not always know what OT Specialism best meets your and your client's specific needs. Rest assured we do. When you Contact Us to discuss your Client's needs, our Enquiries Team follow a clinically assured process to identify and clarify your specific Requirements and your client's Diagnoses/Conditions and Difficulties so that we can establish whether a background in a particular OT Specialism will be of value. We always provide a no-obligation proposal which includes costings together with one or more Practitioner CV's for your decision.
Check out our pages dedicated to helping you understand how a Client's Conditions/Diagnoses and Occupational Difficulties factor in determining the OT Specialism best suited to your client's needs over and above the Practitioner's SI Experience and Qualifications.
How do I start the process of working with the OT Centre?
Common questions we're asked when people are considering using a Private Occupational Therapist through The OT Centre;
How do I start the process?
Get in touch with our Enquiries Team 01550 537 537 or Book a Call-Back, you're under no obligation at any point. Alternatively, you can use our online service to Fastrack a Request for Costs.
What happens when I speak to you?
You'll speak to one of our friendly team who will answer any questions you have and will spend a few minutes gathering some basic information for us to send you a Proposal and Costs.
How much will it cost?
We always provide you with a clearly Costed Proposal before any Assessment or Treatment. Check out our indicative pricing.
What happens if I change my mind?
If you decide, for whatever reason, not to proceed with your Enquiry that's fine. We won't pressure you or hassle you. We respect your privacy and your right to choose.
What happens if I decide I want to proceed?
When you're happy with our Proposal and Costs simply follow the link we sent you with our Proposal to Fastrack an Instruction with us. Your OT will then make contact to discuss any specific instructions or arrangements prior to Assessment.
How do I select the right occupational therapy and sensory integration therapy provider ?
What should think about when you are considering paying for a private healthcare provider for an OT or SI Therapist;
Specialist Expertise
Your Provider will ideally have a number of Clinicians each of whom specialise in a particular Condition. Your Provider can therefore offer highly specialist skills across a broad spectrum of conditions.
Demonstrable Experience
You will benefit from using a Provider who has been operating for a number of years and is therefore experienced in providing the best support and care.
Clear Up-Front Pricing
Your Provider should give you a clear statement of how much any treatment will cost, what you get for your money and when you are expected to pay before you make any decisions.
Practitioner Details
Your Provider should tell you which specific Clinician would undertake your treatment and should provide you with a detailed CV demonstrating their qualifications, experience and professional registrations, before you make any decisions.
Obligation Free
Your Provider shouldn't pressure you in any way. You should be free to choose whether to proceed with any treatment no matter how far you are in the process.
Independent Practice
Your Provider should provide advice and not sell you equipment. By operating independently of any equipment providers or manufacturers, you can be sure that the OT/SI Provider is offering unbiased advice. If any equipment is needed, your Provider should be able to highlight this and sign-post you to one or more suppliers.
Regulated Practice
OT and SI Therapists should be registered with HCPC and have an up to date DBS. Your Occupational Therapist should have either a Degree or Post-Graduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy. Your SI Therapist should have qualified through ASI-WISE (Ayres Sensory Integration-Wales England Ireland Scotland).
No Waiting List
Your OT Provider should be able to offer you an appointment date to fit with your priorities, your needs and your timetable.
Person Centred
At The OT Centre, we believe the provision of personal Healthcare is a passion first and a business second.
Together We Make a Difference
Working with over 140 Case Managers and Solicitors we have helped hundreds of clients and families live more independent and fulfilling lives
The Right Clinician
Practitioners who have the right skills for your client's specific needs
The Right Provider
High quality OT and SI Services to The Medicolegal Profession
The Right Approach
Goal-driven interventions and measured outcomes
The OT Centre Team
Helen Spencer
Clinical Director
" My personal and professional experience in this field is unique. Whilst I understand Brain Injury as an Occupational Therapy professional, I also have a lived experience as a sister of someone who suffered a brain injury as a result of an acute brain hemorrhage. "
Helen qualified as an OT in 2002 and specialised in Neurorehabilitation with The Oxford Centre for Enablement, the Internationally renowned clinical service for neurorehabilitation.
Lynne Merrett
Case Manager & OT
"I joined The OT Centre as an Occupational Therapist over other providers because I like their Ethos and aspirations to do their best for a client.
In the world of ‘Case Manager seeks OT', the two biggest challenges are finding the OT with the right skills for a particular client and someone who is effective at reporting and timely communication."
Lynne qualified as an Occupational Therapist in 2001 specialising in Neurorehabilitation in 2003, joining The OT Centre as an Occupational Therapist in 2017.