What can OT help with?

OT is individualised, so our work together will depend on what is important to you.

I may be able to support you with:

• Managing daily routines and responsibilities

• Mental health and emotional wellbeing

• Stress, overwhelm and burnout

• Neurodivergence and understanding your needs

• Sensory processing and regulation

• Building confidence and independence

• Getting back into meaningful activities

• Social participation and community engagement

• Study or work-related challenges

• Energy management and pacing

• Developing practical strategies for everyday life

• Adapting your environment to better support you

• Exploring supports, resources and community services

Sometimes the goal isn't to do more.

Sometimes it's to make what you're already doing feel a little easier.

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What does working with me look like?

There isn't a one-size-fits-all OT programme.

We'll start by talking about what's happening for you, what's important to you and where things currently feel difficult, ensuring that we make goals so we are working cohesively towards the same desired outcome.

From there, we'll work together to identify practical strategies and changes that fit your life, not someone else's idea of what your life should look like.

Depending on your needs, sessions may take place in person, in the community, at home, or online.

How can you access OT with me?

There are a few different ways you may be able to access my services:

Private

You can self-refer and pay for your OT sessions privately.

You don't need a referral from your GP or another health professional to get started.

ACC Sensitive Claims

If you have an accepted ACC sensitive claim relating to sexual abuse or assault, occupational therapy may be available as a non-counselling service under ACC's Sensitive Claims Service.

I can work with you within the requirements of your ACC funding and help you understand the referral process.

Work and Income

Depending on your circumstances, Work and Income may be able to assist with health-practitioner costs through the Disability Allowance.

Eligibility and the amount of assistance available depend on your individual circumstances, so I recommend checking directly with Work and Income.

I can provide information or documentation about your OT needs and costs where appropriate.

Other funding

If you have existing disability or health funding, we can also discuss whether my services can be accessed through your individual funding arrangements.

If you're unsure whether you have a pathway to access OT, you're welcome to get in touch and we can talk through your options.

Not sure if OT is right for you?

That's completely okay.

I offer a free 15-minute Zoom consultation so we can have a quick chat about what you're looking for, what you'd like support with and whether my services might be a good fit for you.

There's no pressure to book ongoing sessions. It's simply an opportunity to meet me, ask questions and work out what the next step might look like.

Ready to make things a little easier?

You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out.

If you're wondering whether OT could be helpful for you, get in touch with me and we can have a conversation about what you're looking for and whether I might be the right fit.