In Toto Ed
Therapeutic approach
At In Toto Cambridge, our therapeutic approach is central to the way we support young people to thrive. Alongside carefully tailored education pathways, we provide integrated therapeutic input to help students feel safe, supported and ready to learn. Led by our SEN team, therapeutic support includes Art Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, and Occupational Therapy delivered through trusted external partners. We also offer specialist and targeted interventions through Therapeutic Mentoring and individualised support, ensuring each student receives the right provision at the right time to support both their emotional wellbeing and educational progress.
Meet the Team
SEN Leadership
Sarah Hopkins
Assistant Head - SENCO
Sarah is the SENCO in Cambridge, leading inclusive practice and ensuring students with SEND receive the support they need to succeed. With expertise as a Trauma Informed Practitioner and a strong focus on Preparation for Adulthood, she works closely with families, staff and external agencies to create personalised support that promotes wellbeing, independence and positive outcomes for every young person.
Therapy Services
Leanne Donnelly
Art Therapist
Leanne provides therapeutic support that helps young people explore emotions, process experiences and develop emotional regulation in a safe, creative space. With a Master’s in Art Psychotherapy, a BA (Hons) in Art and Design, and over 10 years’ experience in mainstream and specialist schools, children’s homes and alternative provision, she supports young people with ASD, ADHD, trauma and care experience to build trust, resilience and confidence in and beyond the classroom.
Whole Child Therapy
Occupational Therapy Partner
We work in partnership with Whole Child Therapy to provide Occupational Therapy and SaLT that supports students’ sensory regulation, motor skills and independence. Using a holistic, child-centred approach, their therapists assess individual needs and deliver targeted interventions that help students engage more confidently in learning, develop everyday functional skills and feel more regulated within the school environment.
Rob
Occupational Therapist
Rob is an occupational therapist at Whole Child Therapy, with six years’ experience and a strong background in specialist education. He is a Level 3 Ayres Sensory Integration® Practitioner and is currently completing a Masters in Sensory Integration, specialising in sensory-based support for young people with complex needs.
He has led and developed OT services within specialist school and residential settings, working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and delivering neurodiversity-affirming, child-centred interventions that promote independence and meaningful participation.
Specialist & Targeted Interventions
Dolly Bonner
Therapeutic Mentor