Our Services
Based on the Gold Coast, Therapy Needs Occupational Therapy provides telehealth and in-home based services across the Gold Coast and South Brisbane.
Why might you need an Occupational Therapist?
The areas in which Therapy Needs Occupational Therapists work include:
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Mental Health (Psychosocial Disability)
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Intellectual Disabilities
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Physical Disabilities
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Neurological Conditions
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Vision Loss
Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) is a comprehensive occupational therapy assessment that identifies a person's strengths, support needs and the functional impact of their disability.
I provide comprehensive Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs) to identify a participant's strengths, support needs and the impact of their disability on everyday life. My detailed, evidence-based reports support NDIS funding decisions and include practical recommendations to improve safety, independence and participation.
Psychosocial Disability
I provide occupational therapy for adults living with a psychosocial disability, supporting people to build independence, develop daily living skills and participate more fully in home, work and community life.
Our services are tailored to each person's individual goals and may include improving routines, self-care, community participation emotional regulation and functional capacity.
Assistive Technology (AT)
I assess and prescribe low and mid-cost Assistive Technology (AT) to help adults live more safely and independently at home and in the community.
I can also recommend suitable equipment, organise trials where appropriate and provide Assistive Technology Reports to support NDIS funding applications.
Minor Home Modifications
I assess your home to identify practical changes that can improve safety, accessibility and independence.
Services include:
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Home access and safety
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Minor home modifications
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Daily living aids and adaptive equipment
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Falls Prevention and home safety assessment and recommendations
NDIS Occupational Therapy
I provide occupational therapy services for adults with NDIS funding across the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Australia-wide via telehealth.
I work with:
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Self-managed participants
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Plan-managed participants
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NDIS-managed participants
I can provide:
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Functional Capacity Assessments
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Prescription of Assistive Technology (AT) including Assessment & Trial
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Completion & Submission of AT Applications
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Minor Home Modification assessments
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Supported Independent Living (SIL) assessments
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Mobility Scooter trial and recommendations
Not sure if I can help? Please get in touch to discuss your needs.
Telehealth Services
I provide secure telehealth appointments for adults across Australia, making occupational therapy accessible wherever you are.
Telehealth is suitable for a range of services, including:
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Functional Capacity Assessments
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Assistive Technology Consultations
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NDIS reviews and reports
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Home and equipment consultation
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Follow-up appointments
All you need is a phone, tablet or computer with an internet connection.
Contact Therapy Needs
Have a question about our services? Want to book an appointment? Contact us today.