Butterflies Occupational Therapist Team, Leeds

Hi! My name is Jenny Stephenson, l am the Clinical Lead and Director of Butterflies holistic occupational therapy. Thank you for taking the time to look at my website and what l have to offer.

Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner PG Dip

Occupational therapy (Pre Registration) MSc.

Applied Psychology PG Dip

Psychology BSc. (Hons)

HCPC number: 59184

BAOT number: BT0239175 

Full enhanced DBS and on the update service

I have received certifications and accreditations in the following areas:

Sensory Approach:

• Advanced Sensory Integration Practitioner PGDip, 
• SAI Adults and Adolescents which includes the Just Right State (JRS),
• Kelly Mahler – Autism and Eating Disorders - Dying to be thin Webinar,
• ASI Wise: Trauma, the Senses and Mental Health,
• Beacon House: Emotional Regulation.

• I am working towards Ayres Sensory Integration Practitioner Status following the ASI WISE/CLASI modular training pathway which will enable me to assess Sensory Processing using the EASI assessment,
• I am working towards Level 1 Certification for Practitioners SAI training.

Feeding Approach:

• Sequential Oral Sensory (S.O.S) feeding Approach.

Neuro-developmental Approach:

• M.A.E.S therapy approach training, and refresher, 
• The Chailey Approach to Postural Management.

Mindfulness and Meditation:

• Trained to teach, Paws. b Mindfulness in school project, 
• The Zones of Regulation - A framework and related curriculum for building self-regulation skills, 
• 3 Steps to improving Interoception, Mindfulness and Compassion L4 Teaching.

As an occupational therapist, my primary goal is to support parents, carers, families, and children in any way I can. I achieve this by providing a holistic, personalised, and flexible approach to care. I am a dedicated, approachable, and reliable professional who prioritises building strong relationships with children and families to ensure that their individual needs are fully met. 

Through careful problem-solving and strategic planning, I deliver tailored therapeutic interventions using play and activity to help children achieve their goals and foster independent functioning. This, in turn, contributes to the overall well-being of all involved.

With a wealth of experience spanning adult and child mental health, equipment services, and both inpatient and outpatient neurological care, I bring a comprehensive skill set to my practice, allowing me to provide a holistic and individualised approach to therapy.

My journey in occupational therapy began in 2004 during a four-day trek through northern Thailand with an experienced occupational therapist. This experience inspired me to pursue a career in the field, and I subsequently qualified with an MSc in Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) from Leeds Metropolitan University in 2009. I currently reside in Leeds with my two children.

Interests: Sandy beaches, spicy food, pizza, and giraffes.
Dislikes: Grey days, and loud noises.