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pOTential for kids

About us

POTential for Kids is an Occupational Therapy service for children aged 0 - 15 years. We offer a flexible, collaborative, child and family centred approach, to help children and their families achieve their potential.

The main aim of Occupational Therapy with children is to promote optimal participation in their childhood "occupations." These include playing, socialising, learning, managing self-care tasks, adapting positively to life's challenges and engaging in activities that brings joy and meaning into their daily life.

We believe all children should be supported to achieve their potential and experience wellbeing across the lifespan.

Our Therapy Approach

At pOTential for Kids, we embrace a neuro-affirming and strengths-based approach to support children's development. We utilise up-to-date evidence-based practices to enhance self-regulation and social skills, which are vital for daily life and emotional well-being. We believe that the well-being of a child flourishes in a supportive family environment, echoing the sentiment that it takes a village to raise a child. We are dedicated to helping children develop the skills they need to thrive and reach their full potential and supporting parents in the process. Our diverse range of services is tailored to meet the unique needs of each child, while uplifting and empowering parents to confidently manage their children's needs in a positive way. Robyn's favourite quote is"Children will, when they can!" by Dr. Ross Green, which reiterates our therapy approach.

Meet the Occupational Therapy Team

Robyn Tully

Director & Senior Occupational Therapist

Bach. of Occupational Therapy
General Registration – AHPRA
Member – Occupational Therapy Aust.

Robyn is a registered Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience practising in both the public and private sectors, supporting children and families in community setting in Australia and abroad. She has worked extensively with children who have learning, coordination, social and emotional regulation, self-care, developmental, and behaviour difficulties. This includes children without a formal diagnosis. Robyn has a special interest and broad experience in neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Developmental Coordination Disorder. Robyn is a caring therapist who takes an “in-depth” approach to assessment and intervention. As part of the therapeutic process, she enjoys working with parents and caregivers to build awareness of their child’s strengths, providing appropriate information, and play-based activities to enhance their skills.

Carla Bourne

Occupational Therapist

Carla is a dedicated Occupational Therapist who graduated from the University of the Sunshine Coast in 2024. Prior to her degree, she gained valuable practical experience working as an allied health assistant alongside other occupational therapists.

Carla has a strong interest in neurodiverse conditions and is committed to a neuro-affirming approach in her practice. She focuses on leveraging each individual’s strengths and interests rather than fixing them or forcing them to conform.

Her passion extends across a range of intervention styles, including parent coaching, sensory processing, motor skill development, attachment, anxiety management, school readiness, and play skills. Carla is excited to collaborate with individuals and families to foster growth and well-being in a supportive environment.

Grace Garrahy

Administration/Occupational Therapy Assistant

Grace is a second-year Occupational Therapy student at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC).
She is passionate about building meaningful connections with young people and maintaining a strengths-based, neuro-affirming approach in therapy. Following her graduation in 2026, she hopes to work in the NDIS space with young people living with disability, focusing on uplifting strengths and understanding what is most important to them in their lives. Grace aims to foster a safe, supportive environment for children and adolescents to be their authentic selves.

Grace Evans

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Grace is a first-year Occupational Therapy student at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC). She brings valuable, prior experience supporting children and families as a support worker. She loves helping and working with people to achieve their goals. When working with children, Grace is committed to providing goal-directed therapy that is engaging and fun. In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors, doing fun activities like camping, fishing and exercising as well as spending time with family and friends.