Services

Hopscotch OT provides clinic based & telehealth services in Hampton, & community based services in schools throughout Bayside & Kingston.

We offer flexible services to best support your child and family

Hopscotch OT is committed to providing evidence based best practice in a fun environment so that children love to attend.

Part of a team Part of a team

We work closely with teachers and other health professionals working with the child.

Family Centered Family Centered

Working closely with families so that we can truly understand what challenges they are experiencing and the unique strengths they have to assist their child.

Goal directed Goal directed

We work with children and their families to set and work toward goals that are important to them and realistic to achieve.

The Hopscotch Team

Jodie Lang (Director and Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist) 

I completed my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in 2005 at La Trobe University. I have worked exclusively with children and families in a range of settings including; Early Intervention, Community Health and privately in independent schools. I established Hopscotch OT in 2014.

I have extensive experience working with children with; developmental coordination disorder or dyspraxia, developmental delays, specific learning disorders, attention deficit disorders, autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing difficulties and social and emotional difficulties. I am committed to using an evidence based approach and in recent years have completed training to become a certified CO-OP therapist, Tuning Into Kids group facilitator and have completed various other courses in; Social Thinking, sensory processing, handwriting intervention, toilet training and family centered practice. I love helping children to develop skills and am passionate about working with their parents and educators to understand their needs and how to support their skill development so that the child can reach their full potential.

                                  On a personal level I am a mum to 2 young kids and love getting out and about and being active with my family.

Nicola Briggs (Senior Occupational Therapist)

I completed my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at Monash University in 2021. I love working with children to support them to do what is important to them and their family, and helping them to achieve their goals that are meaningful to them.

I am passionate about using my skills and knowledge to deliver client and family centred therapy in a fun and exciting way. A special interest of mine is Occupational Performance Coaching which involves working with parents to address areas of concern. I have completed professional development in the areas of toilet training, Interoception, and neurodiversity affirming practice. I have also completed my CO-OP training and certification and am proud to be a certified CO-OP therapist.

Outside of work I love spending time with my friends, watching Carlton play in the AFL, and going skiing!

 

Olivia Mance (Senior Occupational Therapist)

I completed my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at Monash University in 2021. I have had experience working across the lifespan and have found my passion for working with children and their families. I take pride in making therapy enjoyable and fun in order to help children reach their goals and thrive in tasks that are important to them.

I have completed my CO-OP training and am a certified CO-OP therapist. I enjoy using my knowledge to empower families and achieve the best outcomes for their children.

Outside of work I love spending time with my dog, doing arts and crafts, and Pilates.

 

Ava Pritchard (Occupational Therapist)

I completed my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Australian Catholic University in 2023. I’ve have had numerous paediatric placements across my degree; in schools, private practice and hospital settings.

I’m passionate about helping children and their family achieve their desired goals using evidence-based practice while ensuring therapy is fun, engaging and supportive for kids.

I am excited to work towards becoming a certified CO-OP therapist in the near future so I can use these skills to help make a meaningful difference to family’s lives.

Beyond work I love to go to the beach and spend time with my family, and friends.

 

Mel Ronald (Occupational Therapist)

I completed my Bachelor of Industrial Design in 2016 at the University of Canberra, and my Master of Occupational Therapy in mid 2024 at Curtin University. I have spent several years working with children in a range of roles, always striving to make apositive impact on the lives of both the child and the family.
I am passionate about creating a fun and safe environment to deliver evidence-based therapy to build on a child’s strengths and skills. I believe that if something can be fun, it should be, which I try to bring into sessions with new and interesting ways tocomplete activities.
Outside work I enjoy pursuing my many hobbies, dancing and exploring different parts of Melbourne.

 

Ella Bourke (Occupational Therapy Assistant)

I am in my fourth year of a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at the Australian Catholic University, set to graduate in 2025. I have had many different placement opportunities throughout my degree, and I have enjoyed my paediatric experience the most. I was also lucky enough to complete an overseas placement at a paediatric centre in Vietnam. I am passionate about using the skills that I have learned through university in clinical practice, guided by the treating OT team and in collaboration with families.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my younger sisters, walking my high-energy puppy, reading, and Pilates

Doreen Freeman (Administration)

I am a friendly face at the front desk working part time at the clinic. I have worked in allied health for the past 14 years in admin, as a bookkeeper and as a practice manager. I am also a certified BAS agent.
Outside of work I dance, garden, volunteer and spend time with family.