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NDIS Occupational Therapy
Supporting Participation, Independence and Daily Function

What Is NDIS Occupational Therapy?

NDIS occupational therapy refers to occupational therapy services delivered to eligible NDIS participants as part of their funded support plan. Physio Inq is a registered NDIS provider, supporting participants who are self-managed, plan-managed or agency-managed across Australia.

Occupational therapy under the NDIS focuses on helping participants achieve the functional and participation goals outlined in their plan, including independence in daily activities, access to assistive technology and equipment, home modifications and the skills needed for greater community participation. Our NDIS occupational therapists are AHPRA-registered clinicians with experience supporting participants across a wide range of disability types, including neurological conditions, physical disability, acquired brain injury, intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder and complex health needs.

Our NDIS occupational therapy services include

  • Functional capacity assessments (FCA) for NDIS plan applications and reviews
  • Activities of daily living (ADL) assessment and retraining
  • Assistive technology assessment, prescription and training
  • Home modification assessment and recommendations
  • Cognitive rehabilitation and daily routine development
  • Sensory processing assessment and support strategies
  • Fine motor and upper limb function programs
  • Community access and participation support
  • Paediatric occupational therapy
  • Aged care occupational therapy
  • Driving assessments
  • NDIS goal-aligned therapy programs across all disability types

All services are delivered in alignment with the participant's NDIS plan goals, with clear documentation and reporting provided to support coordinators and plan managers.

Book an appointment or make a referral

The process takes less than 5 minutes. We endeavour to respond to all enquiries and referrals the same day they are received and in most cases, we are able to confirm an appointment time with you within 48hrs. Book for yourself or refer a client here.

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How We Deliver NDIS Occupational Therapy

Physio Inq delivers NDIS occupational therapy across three service channels, so participants can access support wherever they are most comfortable and functional.

In Your Home  Home-based NDIS occupational therapy is the most...

In Your Home 

Home-based NDIS occupational therapy is the most common service arrangement, allowing assessment and therapy to take place in the participant's actual living environment. This is essential for accurate home modification recommendations, assistive technology trials and daily living assessments.

In Your Community  For participants whose NDIS goals include community...

In Your Community 

For participants whose NDIS goals include community participation, school, work or social engagement, we deliver occupational therapy in those environments.

This ensures therapy is applied directly to the settings where goals need to be achieved, rather than practised in isolation from them.

Online (Telehealth)  Telehealth NDIS occupational therapy is available for consultations,...

Online (Telehealth) 

Telehealth NDIS occupational therapy is available for consultations, carer coaching and follow-up sessions, and is effective for goals focused on guidance, planning and review.

It can be funded under the same NDIS supports as in-person services, and is particularly useful for participants in regional or remote areas.

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Who We Support

Physio Inq's NDIS occupational therapy services support participants across all ages, disability types and plan management arrangements. We support self-managed, plan-managed and agency-managed participants, handling all invoicing and reporting in line with NDIS guidelines.

Children and Young People with Disability Our paediatric occupational therapists...

Children and Young People with Disability

Our paediatric occupational therapists work with children living with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delay, sensory processing differences, physical disability and other conditions.

Sessions are delivered at home, at school or in the community, so skills are practised where they are needed.

Adults Living with Disability We support adults with acquired brain...

Adults Living with Disability

We support adults with acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, neurological conditions, physical disability and complex health needs.

Therapy focuses on the participant's functional goals and the environments where they live and participate.

Support Coordinators, Families and Carers We work closely with support...

Support Coordinators, Families and Carers

We work closely with support coordinators and plan managers to streamline referrals, provide timely reports and keep services well coordinated. Our team is experienced in NDIS documentation requirements and communicates proactively throughout service delivery. Families and carers are central to many participants' daily lives. Our OTs provide practical training, clear guidance and regular communication so carers feel confident and well supported between sessions.

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Where We Provide NDIS Occupational Therapy

Physio Inq delivers NDIS occupational therapy services across Australia. Our network of OTs operates in metropolitan, regional, and rural areas, with national coordination provided through our customer service team. 

What Our Occupational Therapists Do

A Physio Inq occupational therapist assesses how a participant's condition or environment affects their daily activities, then builds a practical plan to support greater independence.

  1. Comprehensive assessment. Understanding the participant's goals, challenges and NDIS plan.
  2. Collaborative planning. Setting meaningful outcomes aligned to the participant's NDIS funding categories.
  3. Therapy sessions. Delivered at home, in community settings or via telehealth.
  4. Progress review. Tracking achievements and updating reports for NDIS plan reviews.

Every plan is person-centred, evidence-based and built around the participant's goals rather than a generic checklist.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main difference between Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy is that a Physiotherapist looks at how your BODY functions, within your environment, and treatment is based around getting your body to function better. An OT looks at how you, as a PERSON, functions within your environment as a whole

Early Intervention is the term used to describe the services and supports that are available to babies and young children with developmental delays and disabilities and their families. Occupational Therapy has been shown to be very effective as part of an early intervention program.

Appointments may vary depending on your individual goals and may include:

  • Assessment and trialling of different equipment to meet your needs (for example wheelchairs, beds, lifters)
  • Measurement and assessment for environmental modifications (for example ramps, rails, different taps)
  • Implementation of a tailored therapeutic program for upper limb rehabilitation (for example post injury or after a stroke)
  • Trial and implementation of adaptive equipment to assist in daily activities (for example adaptive kitchen aides like a kettle tipper or modified chopping board)
  • Development and implementation of a skill building program (for example to build skills to become independent in areas of your life; meal preparation, time management, grocery shopping, community access)

Multidisciplinary care is at the heart of what we do. With your consent, our OTs regularly communicate with your GP, specialists, and other allied health professionals (like your Physiotherapist) to ensure a holistic approach. For NDIS participants, we work closely with Support Coordinators to ensure therapy aligns with your broader plan goals.


Occupational Therapy practice involves working with a client to understand what occupations (activities) are important to the person, what difficulties, barriers or challenges they be experiencing in performing these activities, and what goals the person has in relation to their occupations

While clinics have their place, OT is most effective when conducted in the environment where you actually live and work. Mobile OT allows us to see the height of your kitchen counters, the steepness of your steps, and the layout of your bathroom. This "real-world" context allows for more accurate equipment prescriptions and more relevant skill-building exercises compared to a clinical environment.



No, a formal referral is not required to book a private session with Physio Inq. You can book directly with us at any time.

The NDIA is responsible for determining who is eligible to access the NDIS. To allow the NDIA to determine whether you meet the disability or early intervention access requirements, you may need to provide evidence of your disability as part of your access request. This includes information on what your disability is, how long it will last and how it impacts your life. An occupational therapist is an example of a health professional who can assist in providing evidence of ones disability.

Absolutely. We provide comprehensive Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs) and progress reports. These documents are essential for NDIS plan reviews or applications for school-based funding (such as Integration Aide support), providing the clinical evidence needed to secure resources for your child.