Children's
Physiotherapy
A holistic physical assessment of your infant, child or teen.
I:1 physiotherapy assessments for infants, children, and teenagers in the comfort of your own home. Each assessment is tailored to your child’s unique needs, with gentle, expert support from Tessa, who is a specialised children’s physiotherapist based in Morden and South West London.
Sessions will focus on overall development, movement quality, posture and coordination. Tessa is also experienced in providing physiotherapy for children with significant neurodiversity. Click here for more information on Tessa's training background.
Please see below for examples of specific conditions treated.
Rehabilitation following illness or injury
If your child has been in hospital following illness or injury, I can support with their physical rehabilitation. I have many years of experience working with children with cancer, respiratory illnesses, other medical conditions and children who have been in accidents in the hospital setting. I will work with you and your child to set meaningful goals and provide a personalised exercise programme to support them with their recovery.
Developmental
I can provide a holistic assessment and treatment plan to support your little one in progressing with their gross motor skills, in the comfort of your own home.
Musculoskeletal
Conditions such as: - Sports injuries such as sprains and strains - Rehabilitation after fractures - Growing pains / joint pains - Osgood Schlatter's Disease - Sever's Disease - Torticollis/ Head turning preference in infants - Plagiocephaly (head flattening in infants) - Scoliosis
Neurological and neurodevelopmental
Conditions such as: - Cerebral palsy - Brain injury (eg traumatic/ hypoxic) - Brain tumours - ADEM - Encephalitis/ encephalopathy - Down Syndrome - Spinal cord injury - Transverse myelitis - Spinal tumours - Functional neurological disorders - Guillain Barre Syndrome - Genetic conditions
Baby M.O.T
A top to toe Baby MOT can assess your infant's: - vision and hearing - head shape and position - developmental milestones - neurological system - general joint movements - hip joints - leg length - spine posture and movement
Long Term conditions
There has been an increase in the number of children and young people living with conditions such as Long Covid, Chronic Fatigue, Functional Neurological Disorder, Cancer and other long term medical conditions. I can provide a holistic assessment and treatment plan, supporting with fatigue management, sleep hygiene and breathing exercises alongside gradually increasing strength and cardiovascular endurance. I will support you to work towards on goals which are meaningful, realistic and achievable. I also offer 1:1 yoga sessions for children and teens, which can be particularly beneficial for these conditions.
A holistic physiotherapy assessment for your infant, child or teen in South West London.
I:1 physiotherapy assessments for infants, children, and teenagers in the comfort of your own home. Each assessment is tailored to your child’s unique needs, with gentle, expert support from Tessa, who is a specialised children’s physiotherapist based in Morden and South West London.
Sessions will focus on overall development, movement quality, posture and coordination. Tessa is also experienced in providing physiotherapy for children with significant neurodiversity. Click here for more information on Tessa's training background.
Please see below for examples of specific conditions treated.
Paediatric Rehabilitation After Hospitalisation or Injury
If your child has recently been in hospital due to illness or injury, I can offer specialised physiotherapy support to aid their physical recovery. With years of experience working in paediatric hospital settings—supporting children with cancer, respiratory conditions, medical complexities, and accident-related injuries—I provide compassionate, personalised care that meets each child’s needs. Together, we’ll set meaningful rehabilitation goals and develop a tailored exercise programme designed to rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence—supporting your child’s physical and emotional wellbeing and recovery.
Physiotherapy for Gross Motor Development
I offer play based and personalised physiotherapy assessments and treatment plans to support your child’s gross motor skill development, delivered in the comfort of your own home. Whether your little one is learning to sit, crawl, walk, or improve coordination and balance, I provide expert guidance to help them move forward confidently.
Musculoskeletal and Growth Related Conditions
I provide expert assessment and treatment for a wide range of childhood muskuloskeletal and physical conditions, including: - Sports injuries (sprains, strains, overuse) - Fracture rehabilitation - Growing pains & joint pain - Osgood Schlatter’s Disease (knee pain in active teens) - Sever’s Disease (heel pain during growth) - Torticollis (head turning preference in infants) - Plagiocephaly (flattening of the head shape in babies) - Scoliosis and postural asymmetry Using a personalised, goal-based approach, I aim to support your child’s recovery, movement quality, and overall comfort—while helping to build strength, confidence, and body awareness.
Neurological and Genetic Conditions
I offer specialist assessment and rehabilitation for children and young people living with complex neurological and genetic conditions, including: - Cerebral palsy - Brain injury (traumatic or hypoxic) - Brain tumours - ADEM (acute disseminated encephalomyelitis) - Encephalitis / encephalopathy - Down Syndrome - Spinal cord injury - Transverse myelitis - Spinal tumours - Functional neurological disorders - Guillain-Barré syndrome - Genetic conditions affecting development or mobility Each treatment plan is tailored to your child’s specific needs, supporting movement, posture, confidence, and emotional wellbeing in a safe and compassionate environment.
Baby M.O.T
A gentle, comprehensive Baby MOT assessment can help monitor your infant’s physical development and highlight any areas that may benefit from early support. During a personalised, hands-on session, I assess: - Vision and hearing responsiveness - Head shape and preferred position - Developmental milestones - Neurological function - Joint mobility and general movement quality - Hip joint alignment - Leg length symmetry - Spinal posture and movement patterns Delivered in a calm and reassuring environment, this session offers peace of mind and tailored advice to help your little one thrive in their early months.
Support with managing long term conditions
There’s been a growing number of children and young people managing conditions such as Long COVID, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Functional Neurological Disorders, cancer, and other long-term medical diagnoses. I offer holistic physiotherapy assessment and personalised treatment plans that gently support recovery through: - Fatigue management strategies - Sleep hygiene guidance - Breathing techniques - Gradual strength and cardiovascular endurance building Together, we’ll work towards goals that are meaningful, achievable, and tailored to your child’s unique needs and situation. I also offer 1:1 yoga sessions for children and teens, which can be especially beneficial for these conditions—helping with self-regulation, emotional resilience, and gentle movement.