Occupational Therapy

At Helping Hands, our Occupational Therapists support children, adolescents and adults to develop the skills they need to participate as independently and confidently as possible in everyday life. We work collaboratively with clients, families, schools and support teams to identify meaningful goals and develop practical, evidence-based strategies that promote participation across home, school, work and the community.

Occupational Therapy

Our therapists use neuro-affirming, person-centred approaches that recognise each individual’s strengths, interests and support needs. Therapy is tailored to each client and can be provided in our clinic, at home, at school, in the workplace or within the community to ensure skills are functional and transferable to real-life situations.

Occupational Therapy Services

Our Occupational Therapists provide assessment and intervention in the following areas:

Functional capacity assessments
Fine motor and handwriting skills
Daily living skills (dressing, toileting, showering, meal preparation and household tasks)
Emotional regulation and sensory processing
Executive functioning (organisation, planning, attention and routines)
Support strategies for complex individuals
Community access and travel training
School readiness and classroom participation
Skill development for independent living

How we can help:

Building Independence

Occupational Therapists work alongside clients to develop the practical skills needed for everyday life. Therapy may focus on personal care, cooking, shopping, money handling, transport training, organisation, routines or other daily activities that improve independence and confidence.

Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation

Many individuals experience sensory differences that impact their participation in daily activities. Our therapists help identify sensory preferences and develop practical strategies to support regulation, emotional wellbeing and successful participation at home, school and in the community.

Community Participation

Meaningful participation extends beyond the therapy room. Our Occupational Therapists support clients to develop the confidence and skills needed to engage in their local community through activities such as shopping, public transport, recreation, volunteering and employment preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an Occupational Therapist do?

Occupational Therapists help people develop the skills needed to participate in everyday activities. This may include self-care, school, work, play, social participation and community access.

Does my child need Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy may be beneficial if your child experiences difficulties with fine motor skills, self-care tasks, sensory processing, emotional regulation, attention, executive functioning, handwriting, play skills or participation in everyday activities.

Can Occupational Therapy be funded through the NDIS?

Yes. Occupational Therapy can be funded under Capacity Building Supports for eligible NDIS participants. Our team can also assist with assessments, reports and recommendations to support plan reviews and funding requests.

Do I need a diagnosis to access Occupational Therapy?

No. A formal diagnosis is not required to access Occupational Therapy. We work with individuals who are experiencing challenges with everyday activities, regardless of whether they have a diagnosis.

Will I be involved in my child's therapy?

Yes. We believe families play an important role in therapy. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate in sessions where appropriate and are provided with practical strategies to support skill development at home.

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