Who has hired a private OT and what did you hire them for?

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Just trying to work out whether it is worth hiring one for DS.

I did, quite recently. I did it because my ds (4yrs) has alot of sensory problems, and I am still waiting for a referral to CAHM's. I needed help now now in 3-6-12 months time.

I have found it totally worth it, the OT did a in depth report on him and did diagnose him with SPD and SMD, she did an observation in nursery and at home, she has given me a sensory diet to work on with him, and sorted out a trial of a weighted blanket and cushion. She has also lent me a big spikey ball thing (like an exercise ball) for ds to play with, and he loves it and it definitely calms him down.

I'm hiring one for ds but to do with fine and Gross motor control . Don't think nhs recommendations much cop even though fought the Lea to put in statement