What working together looks like
We begin with what you want or need to do in everyday life. From there, we identify the abilities involved, explore anything that may be getting in the way and agree on a practical way forward.
Most home practice takes a few minutes, twice a day. Small and often wins. IJ
Start with what matters to you
Tell me what you’d like to learn, improve, manage or do more independently.
Choose the best pathway together
We look at the everyday occupation, the abilities it needs and any underlying foundations affecting progress. Foundation and Ability often work together.
Make a practical plan
Assessment, direct skill-building, coaching, task adaptation, assistive technology, or a six-week program cycle with activities to practise at home.
Practise, review and progress
Where regular practice is needed, activities are usually done twice daily and take only a few minutes. Appointment timing depends on your pathway, goals and progress.
Typical timing for each pathway
Foundation
Six-week program cycles, with a review appointment about every six weeks. This pathway often continues for 6 to 12 months as foundations develop and mature, and is often paired with the Ability pathway for the best results.
Ability
Generally weekly or fortnightly while directly building a skill, though this is flexible. As progress is made, sessions may be spaced out or aligned with Foundation reviews.
Occupation
Booked as needed and generally standalone: practical education, coaching or help with a particular activity, project or life skill.
Your program comes with a practice book, so you always know what to do between sessions.
Fees and funding
The fee is based on the length of the appointment, regardless of the pathway, goals or activities included.
Who I see
- Self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants
- Medicare referrals for eligible clients
- Clients using eligible private health insurance
- Privately paying clients
Medicare
Eligible clients may receive a Medicare rebate when referred by their GP under a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan. Medicare generally covers part of the fee, so an out-of-pocket cost would apply.
Private health
OT rebates may be available through private health extras cover. Eligibility and rebate amounts vary between funds and policies, so please check with your insurer before your appointment.
Not sure what applies to you? Ask me and I’ll help you work through the options.
Get in touch
Send me a general enquiry and I’ll get back to you. If you’d rather talk, tick “request a callback” and I’ll phone you. I’m often with a client, so it may not be straight away.