Information for case managers and professionals
Our private therapy service is now available for babies, children, young people and adults living with cerebral palsy.
All our therapy sessions are conducted by one of our highly specialist therapists who have extensive experience working with children, young people and adults living with cerebral palsy.
The sessions will focus on the individuals’ needs, helping them to move towards greater levels of participation in the things they need and want to do.
The team has been truly amazing and really supportive to us as a family at a really difficult time in our lives.
The physiotherapists at Cerebral Palsy Cymru have worked with us to provide Verity with the right positioning and handling to help her achieve the milestones we all expect our children to reach.
With every session we attend, we learn so much and we all see an improvement in Verity. Without this service, I fear we would not get the guidance needed to support Verity so that she can reach her potential.”
Lindsey, Verity’s mum
Why choose us?
We provide therapy that is tailored to your client’s needs.
Our team have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages who have cerebral palsy and are specialists in their field.
Our team consists of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech & language therapists, who work in a transdisciplinary way to ensure your clients’ needs will be met holistically and will draw on all the evidence-based therapies available.
Our transdisciplinary approach enables us to plan the most appropriate therapy for your client, always with the main aim of reaching their goals and increasing their confidence and abilities, which may range from improved ability to play, dress themselves or join in conversations.
We measure progress through joint goal setting, standardised outcome measures, therapist observations and structured feedback forms.
We acknowledge that every individual’s needs are different, and therefore we approach every client differently and provide them with a tailored therapy service that responds to their and their families' needs.
About us
We are Cerebral Palsy Cymru.
We are a national centre of excellence that provides specialist therapy and support to children and families living with cerebral palsy. We are internationally recognised for our clinical work, and are the experts for cerebral palsy in Wales.
Our therapy centre is based in Llanishen, Cardiff. Officially opened in April 2024, it boasts 8 bespoke therapy rooms equipped with hoists, an accessible independent living skills kitchen, fully accessible bathroom and changing facilities and a range of equipment for all ages to ensure every client gets the best possible experience during their time with us.
We also offer virtual therapy sessions for those who are unable to travel to our therapy centre.
How to refer a client to us
Please find further information about referring children aged over 2 years old to our private therapy service on this page: https://www.cerebralpalsycymru.org/get-support/private-therapy-service/information-for-parents-and-carers
Please find further information about referring adults to our private therapy service on this page: https://www.cerebralpalsycymru.org/get-support/private-therapy-service/information-for-adults
If your client is under 2 years of age and based in Wales, they are eligible for our Better Start Better Future early intervention service and can receive our full support at no cost. For more information about this service please visit: https://www.cerebralpalsycymru.org/get-support/our-early-intervention-service
If you would like to discuss your client’s needs and the most appropriate option for therapy, we would be happy to discuss this with you further.
Please contact our team with any questions you may have by emailing therapy@cerebralpalsycymru.org
Alternatively, please complete this short enquiry form and a member of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.
Refer a client to us
To enquire about our private therapy services, please complete our short form and a member of our team will aim to get back to you as soon as possible.
our early-intervention service
'Better Start, Better Future' is our specialist early intervention service for babies living in Wales, with a high risk of and /or evolving cerebral palsy, from birth up to 2 years.
Keep in touch with us
By keeping in touch with us and joining our online community, you can stay up to date with the latest news about the services we offer and how we are continuing to make a difference to babies, children and families across Wales living with cerebral palsy.
How we have helped in Wales
59
Family support appointments took place in 2024-25
300
Children from across Wales have been treated during 2024-25
1077
The number of sessions of specialist therapy we delivered in 2024-25
Renley's story
As a family, we have found Cerebral Palsy Cymru so helpful. The sessions have been very educational, and the emotional support we have received has also been truly amazing.
- Told by Mum, Alys
Harlow's Story
The early intervention service has given us clear guidance and practical activities to support Harlow at home. Their help has made a big difference in understanding her needs and in accessing further services. Harlow’s therapy sessions have truly been life-changing for her and for us as a family.
- Family story
Rosie's Story
Even waiting in reception, we could see other families who were in similar situations, and we felt a sort of sense of belonging. We just felt less alone.
- Family story
Ella's Story
The support and guidance we have received from the team at Cerebral Palsy Cymru has been excellent. Ella is currently on track with her milestones and Ella’s development is a great example of what early intervention can do.
- Family story
Hopcyn's story
Better Start, Better Future has given us an inclusive, understanding, supportive community, a safe place free from judgement, surrounded by families who truly understand.
- Family Story
Therapy and support for children and their families
Cerebral Palsy Cymru is a registered charity in England and Wales 1010183. A company limited by guarantee. Registered company in England and Wales 02691690. Registered address: Cerebral Palsy Cymru, 1 The Courtyard, 73 Ty Glas Avenue, Llanishen, Cardiff, CF14 5DX.
