Carla Cinco

Stepping Into Their Shoes: Connecting with Neurodivergent Children in Podiatry - an OT perspective

Presented by paediatric Occupational Therapists, this session explores how connection, regulation and sensory processing can influence a neurodivergent child’s experience of podiatry. We’ll look at common challenges including touch sensitivity, difficulty tolerating foot examinations, socks, shoes and orthotics, and distress around unfamiliar environments and procedures. Participants will leave with practical, neuroaffirming strategies founded in relationships to build connection, enhance regulation and support children to participate with success in a clinical setting.
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Carla Cinco

One of the co-founders and directors of Bud Therapies, Carla is a graduate of the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Psychology and a Master in Occupational Therapy. With experience working interstate, overseas and across private, public and community health and education sectors, Carla brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Bud Therapies.

Carla has a strong passion for working holistically alongside families and supporting the relationships in a child’s life. She focuses on making the therapy space safe and playful for her clients, using a variety of evidenced-based therapies suited to the needs of each child and family. Carla has also completed further training in infant mental health, trauma and attachment-style parenting, and enjoys working individually with families and children as well as through parenting groups, group training and group therapy for children.