Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapy | Sensory Integration | Neuro-affirming Practice
Connect Specialist Therapy Services is an independent paediatric Occupational Therapy practice based in Hull and East Yorkshire. We provide specialist, evidence-informed support for children and young people aged 0–25 with sensory processing differences, neurodevelopmental needs, emotional regulation challenges, and complex participation difficulties.
We are a values-led service built on compassion, connection and collaboration. Our work is grounded in neuro-affirming, trauma-informed practice and we work closely with families, schools, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams to create meaningful, sustainable change in children’s everyday lives.
Scarlett Leedham – Director & Occupational Therapist
Scarlett is a Specialist Paediatric Occupational Therapist with over 20 years’ experience supporting children and young people across health, education and third-sector settings.
She holds postgraduate training in Ayres Sensory Integration and has extensive experience developing and leading specialist sensory services. Scarlett is passionate about advocacy, inclusive education, and ensuring children’s voices and strengths remain central to all intervention planning.
We provide:
Ayres Sensory Integration® Therapy (clinic-based, fidelity-aligned intervention)
Comprehensive sensory and functional assessments
EHCP assessment and Section F recommendations
School consultations and sensory-environment audits
Sensory diets and regulation programmes for home and school
Support for anxiety, school avoidance and emotional regulation
Motor skills development and praxis intervention
Trauma-informed, relationship-based approaches
Parent coaching and professional training
Our specialist sensory clinic spaces are designed to provide a safe, therapeutic environment where children can explore movement, build body awareness, strengthen regulation skills and develop confidence through play-based intervention.
We believe regulation underpins learning, participation and wellbeing. Our approach focuses on:
Understanding each child’s nervous system and sensory profile
Building co-regulation and felt safety
Embedding strategies across home, school and community
Working collaboratively with families and professionals
Creating practical, realistic plans that support long-term outcomes
We support children across Hull, East Yorkshire and surrounding areas, offering clinic-based therapy, school-based support, and consultation packages.
At Connect, we see behaviour as communication, value strengths before needs, and prioritise dignity and respect in every interaction. We are committed to inclusive practice and to helping children not just access their environments — but thrive within them.
