NDIS Registered Psychosocial Occupational Therapists
We provide NDIS-registered psychosocial (mental health) Occupational Therapy with a focus on building independent living skills.
We currently have three Occupational Therapists who are registered with both the NDIS and AHPRA, supporting participants across North East Victoria, the border region, and Port Hedland.
Our work centers around function and independence, guided by a simple question: How is this person currently doing things, and how can we support them to do what they want to do in a more practical, manageable, and independent way?
NDIS-specific Occupational Therapy (in this case, psychosocial/mental health) focuses on the interaction between the person, their environment, and their everyday activities (occupations).
With extensive experience in psychosocial practice, we complete NDIS-specific Functional Capacity Assessments and provide practical, one-on-one interventions. This includes support with psychosocial (mental health) needs, emotional regulation, cognitive skills (such as thinking, processing, and planning), behavioural patterns (though not registered under ‘Improved Relationships’), relationship and social dynamics, and overall daily functioning. Our aim is to support individuals across all of these areas to improve independence and participation in everyday life.
Commonly treated conditions include:
High-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) / Asperger’s Syndrome
Mild to moderate intellectual disability
Psychosocial disability
Mental health conditions (including depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia)
Cognitive and neurological conditions
We can support participants to identify their interests and goals, establish and manage daily routines at home and in the community, and modify everyday tasks to make them easier to complete. We also complete Functional Capacity Assessments and provide recommendations on NDIS-specific supports and strategies tailored to each participant’s individual needs.
As an exclusively NDIS-focused and registered psychosocial Occupational Therapy (OT) service, we operate within an hour of Albury/Wodonga, Wangaratta, and Port Hedland. Our work is tailored to the NDIS and how it operates.
We support adolescents and adults (aged 15 years and over), providing a range of services to NDIS participants, including:
Functional Capacity Assessments (including reports)
Home and Living Assessments (including reports)
ADL life skill development (self-care, domestic tasks, and community)
Preparing for and getting work or education
Social skills
Mental health (including behavioural and emotional supports)
This list is not exhaustive. It’s best to get in touch with My Care Provider to discuss whether our NDIS-registered Occupational Therapy services are suitable for you, particularly if you are based in the North East Victoria region, the Albury/Wodonga area, or Port Hedland.
Eligibility
Our services are focused on NDIS participants whose primary needs relate to mental health, behavioural, or cognitive (thinking) challenges. We do not provide support for complex physical needs, such as ramps, wheelchairs, or assistive technology, as these are best addressed by a physical Occupational Therapy service.
The NDIS is available to people under the age of 65. However, it may be available to those who turn 65 after having been approved as a participant in the scheme.
A good place to start is the NDIS Access Checklist, which can be accessed by clicking here. Alternatively, you can call the NDIS directly on 1800 800 110 or visit the NDIS website by clicking here.
Referral Process: NDIS Registered Occupational Therapy
Once NDIS approved, most participants will work with an NDIS Planner and/or Local Area Coordinator to develop a support plan. Each participant develops an individualised plan that identifies the specific outcomes they wish to achieve, the disability supports that will be funded by the NDIS and other supports they require; often an Occupational Therapy functional capacity assessment can aid in this process of identifying other therapeutic or general support needs.
The NDIS is unique in that participants are now given choice and control over the supports that they receive. If funding for “Improved Daily Living” is included in the plan, then the person can be seen by Mike (and his team). The next step is to complete a referral form (in full) and submit it to our team by email.
*Referrals are currently open for participants seeking OT intervention and/or FCA’s in Tawonga & Rutherglen.
Alternatively, you can complete the contact form below with your enquiry, and we will be in touch.
