Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy is the applied science of helping people achieve their goals in daily activities. The role of an Occupational Therapist is to help people of all ages and stages in life build skills, leverage tools and gain support that makes the life we imagine ourselves living easier to reach. Occupational Therapy for families and children relates to school readiness skills, learning potential and relationship development within the family unit.
Our Occupational Therapist has unique interests and strengths in learning which allows her to provide a wide variety of interventions and strategies to support individuals and families alike. Jacky works within a developmental neuroscience framework, which means that she aims to address the foundations of a problem, and while these abilities are building, she provides support to boost coping strategies.
Occupational Therapy can help with the following concerns:
- Autism
- Challenging Behaviours
- Confidence
- Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Delay
- Early Intervention
- Emotional Regulation
- Fine Motor
- Fussy Eating
- Gross Motor
- Handwriting
- Learning Difficulties
- Memory
- Self-Regulation
- Sensory Processing
- Sequencing
- Social Skills
Depending on the nature of the issue and individual requirements, a full assessment may include an individual appointment and/or a family appointment. This is explained in the confirmation email for your initial appointment and your therapist will discuss this with you when you attend the initial appointment.
To make an appointment or enquire about occupational therapy services please see Reception, contact Southside on 9579 2480, or phone us directly on 1300 933 552.
Service Fees
- Initial session (50+ minutes): $240
- Subsequent session (50+ minutes): $140
- Subsequent session (20-30 minutes): $90
Our Occupational Therapists are registered providers of occupational therapy services under Medicare. Under this scheme, clients with diagnosed occupational therapy needs may be able to obtain a Medicare rebate. Please contact us or speak with your doctor to obtain more information about this option. To be eligible for this rebate, a referral is required from your GP, Psychiatrist, or Paediatrician. Sessions can only be billed under Medicare when the individual listed on the referral has attended.
Medicare rebate for clients referred to us under a Mental Health Treatment Plan:
- $96.35 per session
Medicare rebate for clients referred to us under the Chronic Disease Management Items:
- $52.95 per session
Private Health Insurance
Many funds provide rebates for clients with “Extras” cover. Our HICAPS electronic claims facility means you may be able to obtain your rebate at the time of your appointment. Please check this prior to your appointment to ensure all required paperwork is presented at your first appointment.
Cancellation Policy
At least 48 hours notice is required to change or cancel appointments, or a cancellation fee will be charged. The cancellation fee is 100% of the full appointment fee for less than 24 hours notice, or 50% of the full fee for less than 48 hours notice. Medicare does not cover cancelled appointments.