Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy involves assessment and individualised intervention to support participation in meaningful activities or occupations, of individuals of all ages.

Our Occupational therapy approach

At Connections WA, our occupational therapists in Perth provide strengths based and affirming assessments and tailored support. We partner with individuals and their families to understand unique strengths and identify what truly helps them thrive in everyday tasks. Through collaborative conversations and observations, we gain insight into how to best support individuals to flourish at home, school, and work.

Our holistic approach considers each person’s profile, life experiences, development, and environment. We specialise in identifying and removing barriers that impact community participation and overall well-being across the lifespan, addressing psychosocial, cognitive, and emotional needs.

Connect with us today for individualised OT support tailored to your unique needs.

Occupational Therapy Assessments

At Connections WA, our occupational therapists are dedicated to providing comprehensive assessments tailored to your unique needs. We understand that every individual’s journey is different, and we prioritise a collaborative approach that celebrates your strengths and supports your well-being.

We believe in a flexible and individualised assessment process. After a thorough intake discussion, our experienced occupational therapists select the most appropriate assessment methods for you or your loved one. This may include Formal, standardised assessments (providing objective data and a clear picture of specific areas) or Informal observational assessments (using skilled observation to understand how you navigate daily life and interact with your environment.

Regardless of the approach, we provide detailed reporting to your preferred level of formality, ensuring you have the information you need.

Our Occupational Therapists can assist with:

Autistic Ways of Being: We acknowledge and explore the unique strengths and perspectives associated with autistic ways of being.
Exploring Big Feelings & Differences in Expressing Needs (PDA): We help individuals understand and navigate intense emotions and diverse ways of communicating needs, including those related to Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).
Supporting Positive School Experiences: We work to create environments and strategies that enhance comfort and successful engagement in school settings.
Building Positive Peer Connections: We assist in developing social skills and fostering meaningful, positive relationships with peers.
Sensory processing and reflex integration: Understanding how sensory input affects daily function and developing strategies for regulation.
Emotional regulation skills and strengths: Building on existing strengths to enhance emotional well-being and coping strategies.
Fine motor skills: Improving handwriting, daily tasks, and overall dexterity.
Functional capacity assessments: For ongoing clients, these assessments help evaluate abilities for daily living and inform support plans.
Daily living skills and life transitions: Supporting independence with tasks like moving out of home and navigating new life stages.
Executive functioning and cognitive strengths: Exploring organizational skills, planning, problem-solving, and other cognitive abilities.
Self-care: Developing routines and strategies for personal care, health management, and overall well-being.
Community access and engagement in recreation and leisure: Exploring opportunities and developing skills to participate fully in community activities, hobbies, and interests.

What to expect at your sessions

Intake Meeting
The first clinical intake session will be with yourself as an adult client or, if for a young person, it will be with primary caregivers and therapist to assess needs and service provision. Please send in all reports (the latest two school reports /other therapists/referrals/NDIS plans) before your session.
Session One
This session will be with the young person or adult to build rapport, create meaningful collaborative goals, undertake clinical assessment and have fun.
Subsequent Sessions
The number of follow-up occupational therapy sessions varies based on individual needs. We’ll collaboratively plan with you, always monitoring the functional impact to ensure meaningful improvements in daily life.
Feedback and Review
You will receive frequent feedback and recommendations following sessions. With your consent we can send emails, summary reports or action plans can be provided on a fee for service basis.
Ending Sessions
We encourage proactive planning for ending sessions. We complete a joint summary and celebration of progress and plan any necessary referrals or stakeholder handovers. A summary report can be provided on a fee for service basis.