Clare Canale

Owner / Occupational Therapist

Clare has 27 years' experience as a paediatric occupational therapist. After graduating in 1994 with honours in OT from Ulster University, Clare worked with children and young people in special schools and their homes, in private and charity sectors, and achieved a Master's degree in Clinical Research. Clare enjoys caring for her four grandchildren, three dogs, donkey, goats and chickens; weight-training & pretending to enjoy cardio. When she gets a moment, she'll have a crochet hook and wool in hand.

​HCPC Registration No: OT22851

Melanie Slater

Occupational Therapist

Melanie qualified as an OT in 2010 from the University of Liverpool and has worked as a paediatric OT for almost twelve years. Melanie has worked across many areas and settings, but the majority of her paediatric experience has been with children with autism, sensory processing difficulties or motor difficulties. Melanie is skilled at assessment  and works with families and teachers to provide tailored intervention programmes and strategies for home and school. Melanie balances her independent work with her NHS role and her family. When she gets a moment to herself, you’ll find her baking, playing tennis or mountain biking. 

​HCPC Registration No: OT61901

​All team members:
+ Belong to the Royal College of OT
+ Are registered with the Health & Care  Professions Council
+ Have Enhanced Access NI Certificates