Empowering neurodivergent children and their families through connection, regulation, and meaningful support.
Meet Charlene
Hi, I’m Charlene Goder - Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist and founder of Soul Therapy Services.
I have over 18 years of experience working with children and families and am deeply passionate about supporting neurodivergent children in a way that honours who they are, not who the world expects them to be.
As both an OT and a mum, I understand the real-life challenges families face. My approach is warm, authentic and relationship-focused. I aim to create a safe space where children feel seen, understood and supported to build confidence, regulation and independence.
Qualifications & Experience
Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist
18+ years experience
Neuroaffirming practice approach
SOS Feeding trained
Autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences & emotional regulation challenges
School, home, home clinic & community-based therapy
My Approach
I strongly believe therapy should move beyond “fixing behaviours” and instead focus on understanding the child underneath the behaviour.
I work from a neuroaffirming lens and support families to better understand sensory processing, emotional regulation, nervous system needs and connection-based strategies.
Together, we work toward helping children feel safe, capable and empowered to participate in the things that matter most to them.
My sessions are playful, practical and meaningful - and often look very different to traditional clinic-based therapy.
You might find us:
Playing games
Walking on the beach
Building regulation strategies
Supporting friendships at school
Practising life skills in the community
Helping families create calmer routines at home
