Butterflies Holistic Occupational Therapy Leeds & Yorkshire
Making positive change happen
Holistic & Bespoke
Leeds and Yorkshire
What we are all about
We are a trauma informed and neuro affirming practice which means that we recognises the widespread impact of trauma and intentionally creates environments, services, and interactions that promote safety, trust, and empowerment.
We also believe in a strengths and rights-based approach to developmental differences and aim to provide support and adaptations that affirm the child's neurodivergent identity. This is rather than thinking that we need to fix a child or cure them of their neurotype.
We are a friendly and reliable local occupational therapy service offering a bespoke and personalised approach within and around Yorkshire. We are non-judgemental, flexible and transparent.
We provide;
- 1:1 assessment and intervention for children with a wide range of challenges,
- JOINT Speech and Language nad Occupational Therapy Assessments (SLT'S) with our Sophie and Liz. Please contact the team for more detail,
- Group intervention for children (such as our school readiness group),
- Specialist training within schools and other organisations to enable engagement of pupils with the curriculum,
- Supervision for university students, such as long arm supervision and also for local authority occupational therapists,
If you have any concerns and are unsure if yourself or child needs input in anyway please feel free to contact us and we can discuss these concerns. If you do not want to wait for NHS assessment / intervention we are able to provide a considerably faster and personalised service to meet your needs.
September 2026 Updates
Introducing Cocoon
An Exciting Project in Yorkshire
An Exciting Project in Yorkshire
We’re so excited to welcome Cocoon, our second sensory gym!
Designed to provide a safe, calming and engaging space for our younger children and also adults to explore movement, develop their sensory skills and build confidence through play and in a less overwhelming environment. Cocoon offers a range of opportunities for climbing, swinging
We’re so excited to welcome Cocoon, our second sensory gym!
Designed to provide a safe, calming and engaging space for our younger children and also adults to explore movement, develop their sensory skills and build confidence through play and in a less overwhelming environment. Cocoon offers a range of opportunities for climbing, swinging, balancing, jumping and regulating, allowing children and adults to move and explore in a way that feels right for them.
We’re delighted to have expanded our sensory spaces and can’t wait to see Cocoon come to life as another special place for children and adults to feel comfortable, supported and empowered.
An Exciting Project in Yorkshire
An Exciting Project in Yorkshire
An Exciting Project in Yorkshire
I’ve recently had the opportunity to be part of a really exciting project with a large Yorkshire-based company.
It’s been a fantastic experience, and I’m so pleased to be able to share a little glimpse behind the scenes! I can’t wait to share more about the project and the work we’ve been doing together.
Something Exciting Is Coming....
An Exciting Project in Yorkshire
Something Exciting Is Coming....
I’ve recently been working very hard behind the scenes to be part of a really exciting project alongside some fantastic Yorkshire-based professionals.
We’ve been working behind the scenes on something very special, and I’m so excited to share a little glimpse of what we’ve been up to.
I can’t say too much just yet… but watch this space!
Butterflies: Yoga to Unfrazzle and RESET
Bio
Offerings
Offerings
Yoga has been a calming place for me for a while now, it has mainly taught me how to regulate my central nervous system. It has also aided me to further develop kindness and compassion to myself, and to others.
I offer a safe and calm space to deliver:
-Development of breathing techniques to help you away from the studio,
-Vinyasa flow to
Yoga has been a calming place for me for a while now, it has mainly taught me how to regulate my central nervous system. It has also aided me to further develop kindness and compassion to myself, and to others.
I offer a safe and calm space to deliver:
-Development of breathing techniques to help you away from the studio,
-Vinyasa flow to regulate our central nervous system and,
-Basic philosophy to further ground you in your everyday life.
Offerings
Offerings
Offerings
Jenny will be delivering a monthly workshop, resuming in SEPTEMBER 2026 to Unfrazzle and RESET which will consist of:
-Introduction to breathwork to incorporate into every day life
-Developing and building your Asana practice (Vinyasa Yoga flow to unwind and relax the central nervous system)
-Grounding and relaxing Yin yoga and (at times) mi
Jenny will be delivering a monthly workshop, resuming in SEPTEMBER 2026 to Unfrazzle and RESET which will consist of:
-Introduction to breathwork to incorporate into every day life
-Developing and building your Asana practice (Vinyasa Yoga flow to unwind and relax the central nervous system)
-Grounding and relaxing Yin yoga and (at times) mindfulness and meditation to develop kindness and compassion to self and others.
Perfect for: Beginners (we will be developing breathwork and Vinyasa Yoga flow skills), those who want a monthly scheduled in 'reset', and those wanting a calm, peaceful alternative to a Friday night setting yourself up for the weekend!
Sessions are the last Friday of the month, 18:30 for 1 hour, and the cost is £12 (including all equipment). You may want to bring a blanket.
To book please go to instagram
jen_rewild_yoga
or email hello@butterfliesot.com
Feedback
Offerings
Feedback
"Jenny set the tone for the practice instantly, with her calming style, and a flow inspired by nature. She made me feel connected and grounded throughout the practice. She encouraged me to tune into my body, and mind. I left Jenny's class feeling calm, and connected to myself"
Sanna (December 2024)
We're Hiring!
Occupational Therapy Associate Roles
Butterflies Occupational Therapy is expanding. Having started working with children in their homes we now have a dedicated Sensory Integration Therapy space, school contracts and lots of clients.
We are looking for a band 6/7 who has lots of working knowledge of paediatrics and is ASI trained (L3 and above). With some training of our systems you would be working between 1-2 days a week to assess and work with a small caseload at our studio and/or in the community.
With this role you would be working as self employed and we would send the referrals to you and support you to build your caseload confidently and safely.
For more information contact
New specialist 'Cocoon and Evolve' training package launched
New training package launched July 2023
As Butterflies evolve, we want your team to come out of our training cocoon so that they are skilled and confident to work with the young persons / adults who they work with. This will enhance team working, work satisfaction, enable a healthy work/life balance AND will reduce staff turnover and excess costs!
We are in a great position to offer this specialist training package for schools / charities / care homes linked to:
- How to engage with young people / adults with sensory processing difficulties to meet their full potential and their independent goals,
-Identifying patterns of behaviour, and provision of suitable intervention to support that person,
-Building confidence and upskilling staff to complete individualised and group programmes,
Structure of the programme
The training includes a mix of virtual and face to face training which will keep your costs down whilst also embedding what has been learnt with staff.
There will be provision of lots of resources and hands on time with equipment.
We can bespoke your training by adding on extra sessions as required.
Feedback from Workshop / Training Sessions to schools
"Learnt lots of new information"
"Jenny was very clear, knowledgeable, and charismatic"
"Great content and presentation, particularly the sensory spider"
"I've gained a better understanding of our internal senses"
'Cocoon and Evolve' Specialist Training Series
Cocoon & Evolve
Cocoon & Evolve...At Work!
Cocoon & Evolve...At Work!
Highly specialist training for schools, charities, care homes, children's homes and anyone working with a neurodivergence population.
Cocoon & Evolve...At Work!
Cocoon & Evolve...At Work!
Cocoon & Evolve...At Work!
For small, medium and large businesses who are wanting to meet the needs of their employees to ensure a positive, peaceful and productive workplace.
Welcome to our NEW Multi Sensory Room
Welcome to our special corner of the studio, our multi sensory room (MSI).
WELCOME TO ALL!!
Available for bookable sensory sessions, to hire for small groups/ parties and we will be running sensory groups for all ages, parent support groups and specialist SEN sessions.
We have lots of sensory toys and bigger equipment such as the fibre optics, swing and bubble tube!
Some benefits of MSI rooms
-Develops and improves visual, auditory, tactile sensory processing.
-Develops fine and gross motor skills.
-Brings a sense of calm and comfort.
-Increases attention and interaction skills.
Butterflies News
September 2026
Lots of exciting things happening behind the scenes!
- Cocoon Room is officially up and running for assessments and intervention! We’re already booking joint SLT and OT assessments for lots of young people, alongside joint working to support communication, sensory and motor skills.
- I’ve also recently been filmed and interviewed as part of an exciting project with a large Yorkshire-based company — watch this space!
- And finally… a VERY exciting new project is getting incredibly close to launch after MONTHS of hard work, persistence and resilience. I honestly can’t wait to share more with you!
- Unfrazzle Yoga winter term dates are also coming soon — keep your eyes peeled for the announcement!
- So much to look forward to!
January 2026
Busy month which has included:
- Adding another staff member to the team (Welcome Freddie!),
- Facilitating a workshop to families (and linked MDT),
- Launching Un Frazzle and Reset Yoga sessions,
- Fully launching Adult OT assessment and intervention - Re-Discover Yourself!
- Joint OT and SLT assessment and intervention continues to thrive!
October 2025
Where has this year gone!!??
Updates:
- We have expanded into a second office with our SLT colleagues.
- We continue to provide expert quality assessment, and intervention.
- We now have 3 NEW MEMBERS of the team, Ella, Nicole and Khazina who are completing assessments and intervention.
- Jenny has taken some extended leave due to a family beareavment so if responses to enquiries are slow, this is why. Jenny is back full time the second week in November.
January 2025
Happy New Year!
It's all go in the studio!
We are providing:
- Joint SALT assessment, reports, and joint pathway of intervention.
- Jenny will be providing adult 'Unfrazzle & RESET' Yoga sessions.
- Specialist training to nurseries, and mainsteam schools.
January 2024
We have been catching up on our reports for families and the local authorities as well as providing training to mainstream nurseries, specialist SEN schools and taking on some more 1:1s.
We also have one more team member, called Emma (more information about Emma coming up soon).
Our SLT is also available for sessions 1 day a week so if you are interested please contact the team for more information.
June - December 2023
These past few months have flown by...
We have two new occupational therapy team members (Sara and Claire) working in schools and 1:1 with young people.
We have some new fun pieces of equipment.
I (Jenny) have supervised 3 students from Leeds Beckett University.
I (Jenny) have been developing our approach working with pre-5 children to develop their sensory processing, praxis, social communication and interaction skills.
We have a Speech and Language therapist working with us.
Feeling very grateful and ready for 2024!
May 2023
April 2023
April 2023
Butterflies Occupational Therapy is lucky enough to have some fantastic MSc students (Emma and Amy) completing their role emerging placement with us which is super exciting!
April 2023
April 2023
April 2023
Butterflies Occupational Therapy continues to grow with some more school contracts, work with the local authority and lots of self funded clients.
This young man finished the S.O.S Programme!!!! (please see the feeding page for more information)
Butterflies In Schools
Sensory Exploration Sessions
Sensory Processing Difficulties Assessment
These sessions work well in school in which it is difficult to engage the pupils due to their difficulties.
This approach is blended with environment assessment, classroom observation and standardised assessment tools.
Sensory Processing Difficulties Assessment
Sensory Processing Difficulties Assessment
Sensory Processing Difficulties assessment is completed with the children who can engage with a more formal assessment structure.
Praxis difficulties, emotional regulation and mental health
Praxis difficulties, emotional regulation and mental health
Current research is suggesting that praxis challenges can have a detrimental affect on behaviour. If demands are too high for a student their arousal levels will increase and their behaviour can decrease. This can impact on their ability to access education, self esteem and mental health. We provide specialist input and training to schools and staff to support students with this.
School Testimonial
'Initially I did not think that movement breaks / sensory circuits would work. I was fearful that my already dysregulated class would become even more turbulent, however I was willing to give them a try and I am very glad that I did. I started by implementing a sensory circuit as part of my morning routine. I wanted students to feel calm enough to sit and eat during Nurture Breakfast.
I then began to implement movement breaks straight after social times, as the class was quite heightened when returning from break and lunch.The change in the students both collectively and individually once completing a sensory circuit or movement break was quite significant. My students became much calmer and appeared to be more relaxed and focused. As a result of this the classroom environment became quieter which in turn allowed me to engage each student in a task suited to them without disruption. It has not been easy implementing this routine and I have had bumps along the way and I am still exploring different activities and circuits.
On reflection I have learnt that it is important to change up the sensory circuits and the activities which are given during the movement breaks.I would definitely recommend building movement breaks / sensory circuits into your daily routine. They have had a positive impact on my group. It is important not to give up with these routines and keep on trying them as they can change the entire classroom dynamic'.
Rachel C (School Teacher).
Butterflies in pictures
