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Occupational Therapy (OT)

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Introduction to Occupational Therapy at AHC

At Active Health Clinic, our Occupational Therapists (OTs) help individuals living with invisible illnesses engage in daily activities that are meaningful and essential to their well-being. Whether it’s self-care, work, or leisure, our goal is to support you in navigating and adapting to the challenges that come with your condition.

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What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy (OT) focuses on improving a person’s ability to perform daily tasks—also known as occupations—that are necessary or important to them. This may involve understanding symptom patterns, adjusting tasks to match energy levels, or modifying environments to make life more manageable.

Examples of Occupations:

Self-care: Showering, preparing meals, sleep, gentle movement, mindfulness

Productivity: Work, housework, parenting, volunteering, studying

Leisure: Sport, reading, creative activities

Our OTs work with you to identify barriers and develop strategies that make these activities more accessible, supporting your independence and quality of life.

How can Occupational Therapists Help?

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For those navigating the complexities of invisible illnesses, occupational therapists can identify strategies and adaptations to help manage symptoms, conserve energy and increase independence.

Our occupational therapists offer a tailored approach to meet your individual needs.

1:1 Occupational Therapy Program

Understanding Where You’re At

Our OTs begin by assessing the underlying factors that impact your ability to complete daily tasks. This process may include:

Informal discussions to understand your experiences.

Task observation to assess what happens when you attempt activities.

Assessments and questionnaires to gain further insight into challenges such as sensory processing, executive functioning, and energy levels.

Understanding Where You’re At

Our OTs begin by assessing the underlying factors that impact your ability to complete daily tasks. This process may include:

Understanding Your Condition & Capacity: Learning how to work with fluctuating energy levels and symptoms using techniques like pacing, sensory regulation, and symptom management.

Adapting Tasks & Tools: Exploring alternative ways to complete daily activities, including recommendations for assistive equipment or modifications.

Adjusting Your Environment: Making changes at home, work, or study to improve accessibility and ease of daily tasks. For more complex modifications, we can refer you to services that assist with design and compliance requirements.

Ongoing Review & Adjustments: OT is a dynamic process, and we work with you to adapt strategies as your needs change.

Functional Capacity Assessments

For those requiring a more in-depth evaluation, we offer Functional Capacity Assessments. These involve a detailed assessment process, including observations, interviews, and structured evaluations of how you manage daily tasks. A written report is provided, which may support NDIS applications or help you gain a deeper understanding of your functional abilities. The time required for assessments and reports varies based on individual needs.

Working Together

Your Personal Capacity

When working with you, we consider:

Your Strengths & Challenges: Every person’s experience is unique, and we tailor our approach accordingly.

The “Just Right” Challenge: Activities should be engaging but not overwhelming—finding this balance is key to building confidence and independence.

Your Window of Tolerance: Managing stress and emotions is important for learning and engagement. We help you find the right balance to stay focused and motivated.

Your Engagement in the Process

We believe in collaborative care, where your active participation plays a key role in shaping your OT journey. Engaging with your OT helps to:

Improve assessment accuracy, allowing us to tailor support specifically for you.

Reinforce skills and strategies outside of sessions, promoting real-life application.

Shift the approach from passive treatment to empowered, self-managed care.

Our Occupational Therapists are here to support you in regaining confidence, independence, and control over your daily life. Let’s work together to create solutions that fit your unique needs.

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When Should I See an Occupational Therapist?

Occupational therapy can be particularly beneficial if your condition impacts your ability to perform everyday tasks, whether at home, work, or in social settings.

Examples of areas where occupational therapy can provide support include:

Managing daily living tasks, such as personal care or meal preparation.
Navigating multi-step responsibilities, like shopping, household management, or caregiving.
Adapting to changes in work, education, or leisure activities.
Building strategies for energy conservation, pacing, and symptom management.

• Improving participation in social and community activities.

Why Choose Active Health Clinic?

Our occupational therapists are trained to work specifically with invisible illnesses, ensuring a deep understanding of the unique challenges these conditions present.

Through compassionate, evidence-based care, we aim to empower you to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, despite the challenges of your condition.

Let us help you reconnect with the activities that bring joy and purpose to your life.

Contact us to learn more or book an appointment today.

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What Our Patients Are Saying

“For all the CFS and fibromyalgia suffers out there, time, patience and pacing only make us stronger. I send out love, courage, faith and healing. We can get better!”

- Lee-Anne, 33

Thanks to everyone at AHC for the program and for helping me get my life back. If you doubt if it works, or are afraid to believe that you can be well again, I challenge you: try it and prove it doesn’t work! What have you got to lose?

- Gail, 47

"Active Health Clinic, you are so understanding and compassionate for a terrible illness and I hope that many more will use your services on their path to recovery"

- John, 28

Medicare, Private Health, NDIS, & WorkCover

We accept CDM/EPC plans for Medicare rebates, private health insurance, NDIS, WorkCover, and TAC. Our admin team can provide more details and help you explore your options - contact us today to find out more!