Occupational therapy is all about you. I work with you to help break down barriers which prevent you from completing everyday tasks, so you can live a fulfilling independent life.

Treating each client and situation holistically, I consider the physical impact of tasks, caused by injury, illness or ageing, the environmental factors, community factors and the psycho-social aspects that impact functional ability.

Through a consultation process I will establish what these barriers are and how they can be addressed so you can achieve what you need and would like.  The consultation may include

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An OT will try to find out why you cannot do what you would like or need to do and, depending on your situation, an OT may assess the following areas:  

• What you can and cannot do physically e.g. activities that require balance, coordination and strength.

• What you can and cannot do mentally e.g. activities that require you to be organised, use your memory, managing your mood, and have coping strategies.

• What equipment you need to participate in the occupation e.g. furniture, grab rails, cooking utensils, clothes or assistive technology.

• The environment where the difficulties happen such as work, home, or out in the community

• The emotional and social support that is available to you in your environment.