SERVICES

Sensory UK offers highly specialist Occupational Therapy and Sensory Integration services for children, adolescents and adults. In addition to having expertise in sensory integration and occupational therapy, we offer expert knowledge and support for those on the Autistic Spectrum, having both professional and lived experience.

We accept referrals from parents, schools, social workers, local authorities, case managers, housing authorities, solicitors and also those who self-refer. We offer a courtesy 30 minute initial consultation to discuss the client’s strengths and challenges, and to determine if an assessment would be beneficial.

Assessment and report for children, adolescents and adults
We embrace a person centred, holistic approach when conducting our assessments, designing strategies and writing our reports. This delivery of care considers the individual’s physical, mental, and emotional strengths and challenges, whilst also examining the many external environmental factors which may affect their ability to participate in activities of daily living.

It is necessary to unpick the behaviour that prevents full participation and consider their sensory challenges from various angles using a ‘bottom up approach’. A bottom up approach addresses all aspects of an individual’s presentation that may affect their sensory integration abilities  (i.e., trauma, mental health impairments, developmental delays, anxiety, coordination and motor difficulties, etc ). This approach aims to identify a baseline of need ensuring bespoke interventions are designed.

All clients will be sent a developmental questionnaire and one or more sensory assessments. However, as discussed above, sensory processing impairments can present with underlying co-morbid features making it necessary to assess conditions which may exist simultaneously.

Where applicable, additional assessments such as an anxiety schedule, trauma/attachment, executive functioning, and an independent living skills inventory will be also be considered. (Note, this is not an exhaustive list.)

We are family-focused and consider the family unit as part of the therapeutic process. All assessments are bespoke to the individual with targets devised to be client-centred and motivating. As each person is unique, the assessments will vary from client to client

A thorough OT/ SI assessment is a necessary, comprehensive evaluation that is designed to identify areas that inhibit the individual from engagement.

Reports are written to tribunal standards and provide evidence of need for Tribunals, Local Authority, PIP/DLA, Statutory Assessment of Special Educational Needs (EHCP) Health Providers etc and are legally binding.

Who we work with

Children and Young People
When children and young people struggle to regulate their central nervous system, behavioural challenges may arise. Without the ability to recognize their over-reactivity or under-reactivity to sensory input, the child will not be equipped to mitigate their reactions to the sensory bombardment of everyday life.
Children who have difficulty processing sensory information may present with a variety of behaviours in different areas; for example, they may find teeth brushing and hair washing upsetting, may always be ‘on the go’ and fidgety.
Sensory processing difficulties can be complex and affect a huge variety of day to day activities. To fully assess your child’s needs a detailed sensory assessment would need to be completed.

Adults
Sensory UK offers services to adults of all ages.  As more adults are now being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and sensory processing challenges later in life, we create bespoke interventions that can be applied in the home, community and work environment.  Suggestions for adaptations in the workplace can significantly affect one’s ability to be more focused, productive and inclusive.

Mental Health challenges for children, young people and adults
Sensory UK also offers assessments  adults with mental health challenges; in residential homes, educational environments, the work place or in a hospital setting. Occupational Therapy assessments are also available to increase independence and participation and to assist with activities of daily living.

Please contact us for further details

Terms and Conditions

(The small print)
The policies written below are designed to ensure professional and consistent treatment for our clients and commissioning partners.

Initial Assessment

·         Initial 20-minute enquiries made to Debra Divell/Sensory UK are provided as a courtesy

·         Assessment and report commissions require payment of 50% of the fee after the initial assessment/discovery phase; assessments, interviews and observations completed. Followed by the remaining 50% upon completion of the  written report. BACS (Bank transfer) the report and/or findings will not be released or discussed until payment is received in full.

Assessment

·         An in-depth assessment/discovery process - All clients will receive a development questionnaire and a standardized sensory assessment. Ayres Structured Clinical Observations will be conducted via Zoom or in the home, school, or community setting. Interviews with parent(s)/significant others, health professionals, colleagues, teachers and others who know the client will also be considered. *Additional tools such as an anxiety profile, depression inventory, an Executive Functioning Assessment, an Alexithymia assessment, a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) tool, Independent Living Skills Assessment, etc may be deemed valuable as per using a ‘bottom up approach’. *not an exhaustive list

·         Using a ‘bottom up approach’ in the assessment process - A bottom up approach addresses all aspects of an individual’s presentation that may affect their sensory integration abilities (i.e., trauma, mental health impairments, developmental delays, anxiety, coordination and motor difficulties, etc). This approach aims to identify a baseline of need ensuring bespoke interventions are designed.

Invoicing

·         If commission is received via third party instruction, the funding agent must be identified and a purchase order issued before any work can begin. It is the clients’ responsibility to ensure funding is in order

·         Self-funding clients will sign this document as a promissory of payment upon completion of work

·         Payments can be made by cash, cheque, or BACS (bank transfer). Please enquire for further details or advice

·         Cheques can be made payable to Ms Debra Divell. First Direct Bank. ACC: 92364743 SORT: 40-47-65

·         All payments are due upon receipt of invoice

Payment failure

·         If payment is not received by the agreed date, reports will be withheld.

·         Where payment is via an identified third party, payment is expected within 30 days of date of invoice.

·         If payment is not received within 30 days of invoicing, interest penalty

·         charges of £1 per day will be applied plus an administration fee of £25 per monthly resubmission

·         If payment is still not received after 90 days from the agreed due date, legal action may be taken.

·         In order to expedited the assessment process it is necessary for the assessment tools to be sent back to Sensory UK within 30 days of receipt. A self-addressed pre-paid envelope is included for your convenience. If the assessments are not sent back within 30 days without prior agreement, this will incur an administration fee of £25.

Complaints Procedure

·         At Sensory UK, we are committed to providing high-quality, client-centred occupational and sensory integration assessments, reports and therapeutic input.

·         We pride ourselves on our empathetic and professional delivery of services, but if you ever feel dissatisfied, we would appreciate your feedback and the chance to make things right

·         Step 1: Talk to Us  
If you are unhappy with any aspect of your care or service, please speak to us directly as soon as possible. Most concerns can be resolved quickly and informally

You can contact us by email at debbie@sensoryuk.com or discuss the issue during a session

We will always aim to listen respectfully and resolve the matter quickly and fairly

·         Step 2: Submit a Formal Complaint  
If you are not satisfied with the informal response, or prefer to make a formal complaint, please do so in writing

·         Please include:  
Your name and contact details  
A clear description of your concern  
The date(s) of the issue
What outcome you would like  
Send your complaint to:   debbie@sensoryuk.com

·         Your complaint will be reviewed by other team members and discussed during clinical supervision in order to provide a transparent outcome

·         We will acknowledge receipt of your complaint within 5 working days and aim to respond in full within 20 working days.