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
We work closely with teachers and other health professionals working with the child.
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
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 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; Occupational Performance Coaching, Social Thinking, sensory processing, handwriting intervention, toilet training and family cantered 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 (Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist)
I completed my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at Monash University in 2021. I love working with families to support them in setting and working towards goals that are important them.
I am passionate about using my skills and knowledge to deliver client and family centred therapy in a fun and exciting way. I have a strong passion for supporting the social and emotional development of children, and love using my training in Occupational Performance Coaching (OPC) to do this. OPC involves working with both parents and children to address areas of concern. I have completed professional development in the areas of toilet training, Interoception, neurodiversity affirming practice, mental health, executive functioning, sensory processing, Pathological Demand Avoidance, and school can’t. 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.
Elle Ratten (Senior Occupational Therapist)
I completed my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in 2013 at Monash University. I have since worked with children and their families in a variety of community and school-based settings including kindergartens, schools, homes and clinics. I have had the honour of
working with children with a variety of diagnoses including autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing difficulties, attention deficit disorders, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, developmental coordination disorders and social and emotional difficulties. I am passionate about working within a child and family-centred approach to work towards goals that are achievable and meaningful. I believe in making therapy fun, playful and engaging for each wonderful child.
I spend my days raising three little humans and I am often playing with trains, setting up obstacle courses and cubby houses, which can look very similar to my days working as a paediatric occupational therapist. I love painting, taking photos and spending time at the beach with my family.
Ava Pritchard (Occupational Therapist)
I completed my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at the Australian Catholic University in 2023. Since graduating, I have gained two years of experience working with children across both the school and clinic setting.
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 believe in creating a safe and welcoming environment where children can feel comfortable, confident and empowered to learn.
I’ve completed professional development in the areas of Occupational Performance Coaching (OPC), and Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP). I value these approaches as they can support families/children to achieve meaningful outcomes and create long lasting change in everyday life. I’ve also recently become a certified CO-OP Therapist.
Beyond work I love going 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. My passion has always been in improving the lives of others through creating collaborative solutions both as a designer and an OT.
I have completed professional development in the areas of executive function, emotional regulation, sensory processing, mental health, motor difficulties, Occupational Performance Coaching and CO-OP. I am currently working toward gaining CO-OP certification. I am excited to continue my learning in the wide range of areas my clients need.
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 to complete activities.
Outside work I enjoy pursuing my many hobbies, dancing and exploring different parts of Melbourne.
Nicky (Practice Manager)
With a background in business management, marketing, and the arts, Nicky brings a creative yet practical approach to keeping the practice running smoothly and supportively. She loves fostering a warm, welcoming space where clients, families, and team members feel valued and connected.
Outside of work, Nicky channels her creativity into community wellbeing projects and photography, inspired by the joy of connection and the power of self-expression.
Doreen (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.