Explore expert Occupational Therapy services for children, adults, and individuals with disabilities. Our OT team provides NDIS-supported therapy, sensory integration, developmental support, and rehabilitation in Perth
Occupational Therapy in Perth for Adults & Children
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy (OT) helps individuals across the lifespan to engage in meaningful activities (occupations) that are essential for their daily lives. Whether it’s children needing assistance with developmental delays or adults recovering from injury or managing disability, our qualified occupational therapists at Palms Physiotherapy & Allied Health provide customized care to improve mobility, strength, coordination, and independence.
How Can Occupational Therapy Help?
Occupational therapy can support individuals in several ways, including:
Occupational therapy can support individuals in several ways, including:
Enhancing fine motor skills and coordination
Supporting sensory processing challenges, including Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
Assisting with daily living activities like dressing, grooming, and feeding
Rehabilitation following stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or surgery
Helping children with developmental delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and ADHD
Our Occupational Therapy Services
At Palms Physiotherapy & Allied Health, we offer comprehensive OT services:
Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Our paediatric OT services focus on children with developmental delays, sensory issues, and disabilities. We provide early intervention, school readiness programs, and therapy in our fully equipped kids therapy gym with sensory integration.Adult Occupational Therapy
We assist adults recovering from injuries, managing disabilities, or experiencing changes due to aging or neurological conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's Disease (PD), and Stroke.NDIS Support
As an NDIS-registered provider, we help individuals with tailored occupational therapy programs to meet their specific goals under the NDIS framework. Whether it’s building independence or improving life skills, our OTs are experienced in working with NDIS clients.
Sensory Room and Kids Therapy Gym
Our state-of-the-art sensory room and kids therapy gym are designed to provide sensory integration therapy and gross motor development in a fun and safe environment. These spaces are equipped with a trampoline, climbing frames, swings, and other tools to help children and adults with sensory processing challenges or developmental delays.
Our state-of-the-art sensory room and kids therapy gym are designed to provide sensory integration therapy and gross motor development in a fun and safe environment. These spaces are equipped with a trampoline, climbing frames, swings, and other tools to help children and adults with sensory processing challenges or developmental delays.
Why Choose Palms Physiotherapy & Allied Health for Occupational Therapy?
Qualified and experienced occupational therapists with a passion for helping people
State-of-the-art facilities, including sensory rooms and rehabilitation gyms
Tailored therapy plans for all ages and abilities
NDIS provider offering individual and group sessions (plan and self managed participants)
Multidisciplinary team working alongside physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, and speech therapists
How We Can Help
At Palms Allied Health, our dedicated occupational therapists provide personalised care to both children and adults. Our services include:
Children: Helping children with developmental delays, sensory processing issues, and other challenges to improve their ability to perform daily activities and succeed in school and play.
Adults: Assisting adults in regaining independence and functionality after injuries, illnesses, or surgeries, and helping manage chronic conditions to improve overall quality of life.
NDIS Participants: We are able to work with you to help meet your goals through the NDIS. We are currently able to see participants that are self-managed or plan-managed.
Private Patients: Customised therapy plans tailored to meet your specific needs and goals.
Medicare Care Plan Patients: Coordinated care plans that integrate occupational therapy to enhance overall treatment.
Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA): Specialised programs to support veterans in managing health conditions and improving daily living skills.
Workers Compensation Injury: Rehabilitation programs designed to help injured workers return to their jobs safely and effectively.
Motor Vehicle Accident Injury: Comprehensive therapy to aid in recovery and restore functional independence.
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At Palms Physiotherapy & Allied Health, our experienced team is here to help children and adults manage their condition and improve their quality of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Occupational Therapy
Q: What does an occupational therapist do?
An occupational therapist helps individuals develop, recover, or improve the skills needed for daily living and working. This includes fine motor skills, sensory processing, and activities like dressing, bathing, or working.
An occupational therapist helps individuals develop, recover, or improve the skills needed for daily living and working. This includes fine motor skills, sensory processing, and activities like dressing, bathing, or working.
Q: How do I know if my child needs occupational therapy?
If your child shows signs of developmental delays, struggles with fine motor skills, has trouble with daily tasks like dressing, or experiences sensory processing issues, it may be beneficial to see an occupational therapist. Our team at Palms Physiotherapy & Allied Health specialises in paediatric occupational therapy to support these needs.
If your child shows signs of developmental delays, struggles with fine motor skills, has trouble with daily tasks like dressing, or experiences sensory processing issues, it may be beneficial to see an occupational therapist. Our team at Palms Physiotherapy & Allied Health specialises in paediatric occupational therapy to support these needs.
Q: What conditions can occupational therapy treat?
Occupational therapy can assist with a variety of conditions, including:
Occupational therapy can assist with a variety of conditions, including:
Q: Is occupational therapy covered by NDIS?
Yes, occupational therapy is covered under the NDIS. Palms Physiotherapy & Allied Health is are not registered NDIS provider as yet, so we can see plan and self-managed participants, and we offer tailored therapy plans to suit your individual goals.
Yes, occupational therapy is covered under the NDIS. Palms Physiotherapy & Allied Health is are not registered NDIS provider as yet, so we can see plan and self-managed participants, and we offer tailored therapy plans to suit your individual goals.
Q: Can occupational therapy help with sensory processing issues?
Yes, occupational therapy can help individuals who experience sensory processing difficulties. We use tools like our sensory room to provide a safe environment for sensory integration therapy.
Yes, occupational therapy can help individuals who experience sensory processing difficulties. We use tools like our sensory room to provide a safe environment for sensory integration therapy.
Q: Do you offer group therapy sessions?
Yes, we offer both individual and group therapy sessions, depending on the needs of our clients. Group therapy can be a great way for children to develop social skills and learn from peers. For Adults learn more here. For Children learn more here.
Yes, we offer both individual and group therapy sessions, depending on the needs of our clients. Group therapy can be a great way for children to develop social skills and learn from peers. For Adults learn more here. For Children learn more here.
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Conditions and Disabilities Occupational Therapists Can Assist With
Head to this page to see the different conditions that we can help with, and get you the best life and function you deserve!!
External Resources for Occupational Therapy in Australia
Occupational Therapy Australia
https://otaus.com.au
The peak professional body representing OTs in Australia. Provides information on the profession and public resources.National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
https://www.ndis.gov.au
Learn about NDIS funding for occupational therapy services.Raising Children Network
https://raisingchildren.net.au
A resource for parents on childhood development and disability support, including OT.Health Direct Australia
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au
Provides information on occupational therapy services and general healthcare in Australia.Better Health Channel (Victoria)
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au
Offers information on various health topics, including occupational therapy.
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