Co. Tipperary

Waterford

Phone: 087 142 4078

Early Years Intervention Specialist

Child Development and Family Support

Our mission is to provide comprehensive, evidence-informed support that nurtures each child's physical, cognitive, communication, social, and emotional development through playful, relationship-based and child-centred approaches. We work in partnership with families to promote early learning, wellbeing and inclusion.

Why Choose Us?

Early Intervention

We believe in the power of early intervention and the incredible potential within every child.With the right tools and strategies, every milestone becomes achievable.

Autism & ADHD Assessment

We collaborate with our certified partner, AUTISM & ADHD CIRCLE, to provide these assessments at our premises and refer families for further diagnostic procedures as needed.

School or Preschool Visit

NeuroNest offers visits to schools or preschools to observe children in their everyday learning environments. This approach helps gather valuable insights into how a child interacts with peers and educators.

Developmental Assessment

NeuroNest offers a detailed developmental assessment covering cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and language skills. Based on the findings, we design a personalised support plan using evidence-based strategies.

About Us

Established in 2024, NeuroNest is a specialised practice dedicated to supporting the developmental needs of children from birth to 12 years of age. Our mission is to provide comprehensive evidence-based support that promotes physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional growth in a nurturing and child-centred environment.

Led by Kristina Rautek Potocnik, a highly experienced Child Development Specialist and Early Years Intervention Specialist with over 20 years of expertise, NeuroNest combines traditional approaches with the latest innovations in child development. Kristina’s extensive background ensures that every child receives tailored guidance to help them reach their full potential.

Location

Waterford

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087 142 4078

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Our Partners

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Childhood Assessments and Interventions

At Neuronest, we offer a comprehensive range of standardized assessments designed to monitor and foster child development, as well as facilitate the early detection of potential challenges


Developmental Assessment and Intervention Plan

By evaluating motor, cognitive, socio-emotional, and communication skills, these assessments enable us to identify early indicators of developmental issues, ensuring timely intervention and support.

Standardised Assessments

At Neuronest, we offer a comprehensive range of standardized assessments designed to monitor and foster child development, as well as facilitate the early detection of potential challenges.

Integrated Intervention Session

Integrated intervention sessions of 30, 45, or 60 minutes, meticulously tailored to each child’s unique abilities, interests, and developmental needs.


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Our Services

The strength of early years intervention lies in creating an environment where a child feels safe to explore, try, and learn without the fear of failure.

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Testimonials

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Positive

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"What to say about NeuroNest. 5 stars is not enough for professionalism. 4 vists positive results that you can see. Kristina has a wonderful approach to kids and parents. Highly recommended from me and my son."

Sara Spolador

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Highly Recommended

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"Very nice place, everyone very friendly, can't recommend enough."

Conor Kavanagh

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"Lovely, calm, helpful and professional lady. Her services are so needed! Highly recommended."

Kat Frey

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Latest Blog Posts

The Six Bucket Model

The Six Bucket Model – Understanding Dysregulation from the Inside Out

What if behavior isn't the problem—but the outcome of unseen sensory overload? Based on insights from 40+ books by non- and unreliably speaking autistic authors, this post introduces the Six Bucket Model—a visual metaphor that makes sense of sensory dysregulation, emotional overflow, and the power of co-regulation. Written for parents, educators, and therapists, this article invites us to shift from reaction to connection, from control to compassion.

Setting Boundaries with Love

Three Steps to Setting Boundaries – with Love and Consistency

In this blog, we explore why boundaries are important for children and how to set them in a calm, clear, and loving way. Learn a simple 3-step approach to handle everyday situations, like when a child throws a toy or struggles with leaving the playground. This guide helps parents stay confident and consistent while supporting their child’s emotional development and sense of safety. Written in easy English for everyday use.

Building Self-Confidence

How to Help Your Child Build a Positive Self-Image

Children learn who they are by watching, listening, and feeling how others treat them. In this blog, we explain how you – as a parent – can help your child feel strong, confident, and ready for life. Learn how small actions, kind words, and clear rules can help your child build a positive picture of themselves, even in difficult moments.

Our Location

Located at Oak Villa, Military Road, Waterford, NeuroNest is dedicated to providing high-quality early intervention services, focusing on sensory processing support, motor skills development, and overall child development.

Oak Villa
Military Road
Waterford
X91 KW2V

You are not alone in your journey. Together, we can conquer anything

Timely intervention in early childhood can significantly mitigate or even prevent the continuation of major developmental and functional challenges in children.

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