what is occupational therapy?
Occupational therapy is about helping people do the things
they need to do, want to do, or are expected to do.
homework
shower
make friends
types of services i offer.
Common difficulties - Frequent meltdowns - Difficulty calming down - Big reactions to small problems - Struggles with transitions or change
emotional regulation.
Understanding and managing big feelings.
How occupational therapy can help - Supporting emotional awareness - Identifying triggers - Building coping strategies - Parent/caregiver support
Common difficulties - Difficulty focusing or staying on task - Forgetting things or losing items - Struggles with routines or transitions - Low motivation or trouble getting started
daily living skills.
Supporting routines and independence in everyday life.
How occupational therapy can help - Building routines and structure - Breaking tasks into manageable steps - Visual supports and planning tools - Practical strategies for home and school
Common difficulties - Overwhelmed by noise, light, or busy environments - Sensitivity to clothing or textures - Avoiding certain environments - Seeking movement or sensory input
sensory differences.
Supporting comfort in everyday environments.
How occupational therapy can help - Understanding sensory preferences and needs - Strategies to manage overwhelm - Creating supportive environments - Building regulation skills
Common difficulties - Difficulty with showering, dressing, or toileting - Struggles with daily routines - Sleep challenges - Reliance on parents for age-appropriate tasks
self-care skills.
Building independence with hygiene tasks.
How occupational therapy can help - Step-by-step skill building - Routine development - Environmental supports - Increasing independence and confidence
Common difficulties - Appearing clumsy or accident-prone - Difficulty with balance or coordination - Avoiding sports, playgrounds, or physical activities - Difficulty learning skills such as riding a bike, catching a ball, or swimming - Becoming tired more quickly than peers during physical activities
gross motor skills.
Supporting coordination, balance, and confidence in movement.
How occupational therapy can help - Balance and coordination activities - Motor planning and body awareness development - Building confidence in movement and physical activities - Developing skills for playground, sport, and community participation - Supporting participation in everyday tasks that require movement
Common difficulties - Difficulty with handwriting or drawing - Trouble using scissors, cutlery, or school tools - Difficulty with buttons, zips, shoelaces, or opening containers - Poor hand strength or hand fatigue - Avoiding tasks that require precise hand movements
fine motor skills.
Supporting hand strength and independence in everyday tasks.
How occupational therapy can help - Fine motor skill development - Hand strength and coordination activities - Handwriting and classroom skill support - Practice with self-care tasks such as dressing and eating - Building confidence and independence in everyday activities
Common difficulties - Difficulty making or keeping friends - Trouble understanding social cues (“reading the room”) - Shyness or social anxiety - Avoiding social situations
social skills.
Supporting connection and communication with others.
How occupational therapy can help - Building social understanding and confidence - Practising real-life social skills - Supporting communication and interaction - Creating positive, supported social experiences
Common difficulties - Limited range of foods - Strong food preferences - Mealtime stress or refusal - Difficulty with textures
feeding.
Supporting positive mealtimes and picky eating.
How occupational therapy can help - Reducing pressure around eating - Building confidence with food exploration - Supporting routines and structure - Practical strategies for families
Common difficulties - Feeling overwhelmed in busy environments (e.g. shops) - Difficulty using public transport - Avoiding outings or new places - Reliance on others in community settings
community access.
Supporting independence in the community.
How occupational therapy can help - Gradual exposure to community environments - Practical strategies for navigating outings - Building confidence and independence - Supporting participation in meaningful activities
Support available - Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA) - NDIS review reports - Ongoing occupational therapy under NDIS funding
NDIS reports.
Supporting access to funding and therapy.
How occupational therapy can help - Clear, thorough reports that reflect your child’s needs - Recommendations aligned with NDIS requirements - Collaboration with families and supports - Guidance through the process
fees and funding options.
no hidden costs
NDIS.
Medicare.
Private.
Health
insurance.
OT session fee
Travel charged
Referral required
Rebate available
Notes
$193.99/hour
Brave Brains accepts self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants only.
$193.99/hour
Medicare will not cover assessments or NDIS-related services. Brave Brains Medicare provider number: 1554114X
$193.99/hour
If cost is a concern, please feel free to reach out - we can talk through options.
$193.99/hour
Clients are responsible for checking their own cover and claiming any rebate directly with their insurer.
young people i commonly support.
Neurodevelopmental disorders - Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD/Dyspraxia) - Global Developmental Delay (GDD) - Intellectual Disability (ID)
Mental health - Separation anxiety - Generalised anxiety (GAD) - Social anxiety - Depressive disorders - Trauma and stress related - Self-harm and suicidal thinking
Conduct difficulties - Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) - Conduct disorders
Sensory difficulties - Sensory processing difficulties - Visual-motor difficulties
FAQs.
What can occupational therapy help with? Occupational therapy can support a wide range of areas, including emotional regulation, sensory processing, social skills, daily living skills, school participation, motor skills, community access, confidence, independence, and participation in meaningful activities
Do I need a referral? No referral is required, for most services However, some funding pathways, such as Medicare, require a referral
Where do sessions take place? As a mobile occupational therapist, I can meet young people and families in environments that are meaningful to them, including the home, school, community settings, or other suitable locations
How often are therapy sessions? This varies depending on goals, funding, availability, and individual needs Some people attend weekly, some fortnightly, and others less frequently We will work together to find a schedule that feels achievable and effective
Can you complete Functional Capacity Assessments and NDIS reports? Yes - I can provide Functional Capacity Assessments and NDIS review reports to help participants access and utilise appropriate NDIS supports
How many sessions will I need? There is no one-size-fits-all answer Some families require short-term support around a specific goal, while others benefit from longer-term therapy We will regularly review goals and discuss progress together
Do I need to be school-age to access Brave Brains? No - I work with young adults as well as those school-aged