Lesley Chew Wey-Lyn
Occupational Therapist
“Hi, I’m Lesley, a paediatric occupational therapist at KidzOTC.
At the heart of what I do is a simple belief: every child deserves to experience the world in a way that feels engaging and successful—whatever ‘success’ may look like for them.
My sessions are grounded in curiosity, humour, and purposeful play. Whether we’re singing through a transition, sketching favourite characters, or building a new routine together, my focus is always on helping a child feel safe, accepted, and capable.”
Lesley holds a Diploma in Child Psychology and Early Education, where she was selected for the competitive Early Intervention track, and a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Occupational Therapy.
She has supported children and young people with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- ADHD
- Sensory processing differences
- Dyspraxia / Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Anxiety and learning challenges
Her experience ranges from helping toddlers engage in routines to supporting adolescents and young adults through academic and vocational transitions. She is especially skilled in emotional regulation, social interaction, handwriting, and motor skill development.
Lesley integrates evidence-based approaches tailored to each child’s strengths and interests, including:
- Sensory Processing & Modulation
- DIR/Floortime
- Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP)
- Social Thinking
- Astronaut Training
- Interactive Metronome
- Handwriting Without Tears
- Social-Emotional Learning principles
- Therapeutic Listening (continuing study)
She also places strong emphasis on partnering with parents so that progress continues beyond the therapy room.
“What inspires me most is the courage I see in children every day.
I’ve worked with a preschooler who once struggled to sit for even a short task—and, within months, saw him confidently joining classroom routines. I’ve supported a 10-year-old who grew from frustration and disengagement to calmly expressing his ideas and tackling challenges with strategy and confidence.
These moments stay with me—not just for the skills gained, but for the bravery it took each child to try again. My role is to walk alongside families in these moments—encouraging, celebrating, and reminding them that progress is always possible, one step at a time.”
Outside of therapy, Lesley enjoys singing, playing the guitar, writing songs, drawing, and sports—she was even a volleyball captain in school! These passions often find their way into her sessions, turning music, art, and movement into powerful tools for engagement and learning.
Experience
Lesley’s aspirations to work with children developed early in her life, leading her to pursue a diploma in child psychology and early education followed by a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy.
Her experience includes supporting children diagnosed with the autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing disorder, attention deficit disorder and development coordination disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, dyspraxia, physical modulation challenges, anxiety, learning differences and social adjustment issues. Her field of work has seen her providing intervention via private practice, mainstream schools, early intervention centres, special education schools and community hospital
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science with Honours in Occupational Therapy
- Diploma in Child Psychology and Early Education
With constant collaboration with her mentor, our clinical director, her study and skill of sensory integration continues to evolve and advance, where the latest modalities infuse effective support for her clients. Her eclectic approach based on evidence-based techniques, include cognitive orientation to daily occupational performance (COOP), DIR/Floortime, the Social Thinking Program, Sensory Processing and Sensory Modulation, Astronaut Training, Interactive Metronome and Handwriting Without Tears. She prioritises tailoring sessions to suit specific needs of each and every client.
In addition to her career in occupational therapy, she continues to dedicate herself to supporting neurotypical and neurodivergent children in her church community. She believes that every child is entitled to experience life fully, regardless of their abilities or needs.
Essentially, having a sunny disposition and a positive outlook, Lesley’s natural affinity supports engagement with her clients. Henceforth, the therapeutic relationship is secure leading to the client’s intrinsic motivation and confidence in addressing challenges.
Why Parents Choose Lesley?
Parents value Lesley’s sunny outlook and her ability to connect deeply with children through creativity, warmth, and play. She has a particular passion for supporting children with emotional regulation, social connection, and motor planning (praxis). Families describe her sessions as fun yet purposeful—designed to meet each child where they are while also empowering parents with confidence to support progress at home.
