NDIS occupational therapy for children, adolescents and adults. Our OTs bring more than 30 years of combined experience, with telehealth Australia-wide and face-to-face sessions on the Gold Coast. Delivered by Sunflower Services, a registered NDIS provider.
That’s where occupational therapy starts.
Occupational therapy helps people do the things that matter to them: looking after themselves, managing their home, getting out into the community, learning, working and connecting with others. Our OTs look at how disability affects day-to-day life, then work with you on practical skills, strategies and equipment.
Through the NDIS, OT builds your independence and capacity in ways linked to your goals. It can also give the NDIA the evidence it needs when your plan is reviewed or your needs change.
Every support is tailored to you and linked to your NDIS goals.
A detailed look at how disability affects everyday life, including self-care, moving around, communicating, socialising, learning and managing tasks. Your report explains your strengths and challenges and recommends the supports you need.
Evidence for home and living requests such as Supported Independent Living (SIL), Individualised Living Options (ILO) or Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA). Recommendations are based on your needs and goals, and you always choose your own providers.
We work out which equipment or technology could make daily tasks safer and easier. Where needed, we trial options with you and write recommendations the NDIA can consider.
We look at how you move around and use your home, identifying risks such as falls. We then recommend practical solutions, from equipment and new ways of doing tasks to home modifications.
Clear, thorough reports linking your day-to-day needs to your goals and the supports requested. We explain them in plain language too.
Tailored sessions to build daily living skills and routines, regulation strategies, play and fine motor skills for children, and confidence for community, study or work. Includes coaching for families, carers and support workers.
Our Occupational Therapists are AHPRA registered and work hand in hand with our Psychosocial Recovery Coaches, Support Coordinators and support workers. Together they bring more than 30 years of combined experience.
Occupational Therapist
Mitch has more than 14 years of clinical experience across the NDIS, My Aged Care, community and workplace rehabilitation, hand therapy and acute hospitals. Currently travelling Australia with his family, he provides NDIS occupational therapy via telehealth.
He has substantial experience in Functional Capacity Assessments, Home and Living assessments, and therapy for children, adolescents and adults with complex physical, neurological, cognitive and psychosocial needs.
Occupational Therapist
Kelly has more than 14 years of clinical experience across paediatric and adult practice, in person and via telehealth. Her work includes comprehensive Functional Capacity Assessments, assistive technology and in-home safety assessments, and individual therapy.
She is passionate about in-depth assessments and evidence-based reports that inform NDIS plan reviews and enjoys leading and supervising allied health teams.
Occupational Therapist
Emma is a registered Occupational Therapist who completed her Master of Occupational Therapy in the United States. She has more than four years of experience across paediatrics, NICU and PICU, inpatient rehabilitation, community mental health, psychosocial support and neurodivergent clients, supporting people from one day to 95 years old.
Emma works holistically and creatively so each person feels regulated, motivated and understood.
Outside work, you’ll usually find Emma on a hiking trail or with a paintbrush in hand. She is a practising artist and photographer, runs therapeutic art workshops and practises Reiki.
We work with children, adolescents and adults. Our team’s experience spans all ages, from newborns to people in their 90s, with substantial experience in complex mental health and psychosocial disability.
Our OTs have experience supporting people with:
Our OTs work closely with Sunflower’s recovery coaches and support coordinators. We welcome referrals from participants, families, support coordinators, recovery coaches, GPs and other providers.
Getting started takes six steps, and you’re in control at each one.
Complete our online referral form, or ask your support coordinator, recovery coach or GP to refer you.
Our team calls to discuss your goals, funding and whether telehealth or face-to-face appointments suit you best.
You receive a clear service agreement covering your supports, pricing within NDIS price limits and how to make changes.
We match you with the OT who best fits your needs and location. Your first session focuses on getting to know you and your goals.
Sessions run via telehealth or face-to-face on the Gold Coast, with reports prepared when needed.
We regularly check progress against your goals and update recommendations ahead of your NDIS plan review.
We start with what matters to you: your goals, routines and the life you want to live.
Assessments lead to clear recommendations and therapy plans that fit your home and your day.
We use standardised tools and approaches supported by research, adapted to suit you.
With your consent, we work with your support coordinator, recovery coach, psychologist, GP and support workers so everyone works towards the same goals.
Telehealth Australia-wide and face-to-face on the Gold Coast, so where you live is less of a barrier.
We focus on skills and supports that help you do more of what matters, your way.
You get the safeguards of a registered NDIS provider, with support that feels personal.
OT assessments and therapy are usually funded from your Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living budget. Equipment we recommend is funded separately, usually from your Assistive Technology or Consumables budget.
We work with NDIA-managed, plan-managed and self-managed participants, and our pricing stays within the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits.
It’s a detailed assessment of how disability affects daily life. People often need one when their plan is reviewed, their needs change or they request new supports.
No. You can refer yourself, or a family member, support coordinator or GP can refer you with your consent.
Yes. Many assessments, therapy sessions and home programs can be delivered by secure video. Your OT will explain if any part needs to happen in person.
Emma sees people in Mermaid Waters, Mermaid Beach, Miami and Burleigh Heads. Telehealth is available Australia-wide.
Telehealth appointments are available now.
Each clinician has their own process, so please ask your OT.
Yes, with your consent, we would love to welcome your support system.
We’re here to make support simple, personal, and effective. Book a call today and find out if we’re the right team for you.
