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Occupational Therapy

Helping children and adults develop the skills they need for daily living, learning, and independence through evidence-based occupational therapy.

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About Our Occupational Therapy Service

Our occupational therapists specialise in paediatric development and disability support. We work with children and adults to build functional skills, improve sensory processing, and increase participation in everyday activities. Our team develops individualised programs covering dressing and hygiene, fine motor skills such as handwriting and fastening clothing, gross motor skills like walking and running, movement and coordination, emotional regulation, transition to school readiness, cognitive skills, social and play skills, sensory skills, attention to tasks, and healthy food options. Community visits are available at schools, kindergartens, childcare centres, and homes throughout the Truganina area.

Conditions & Issues We Support

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Global developmental delays
  • Sensory processing difficulties
  • Fine motor skill challenges (handwriting, fastening clothing)
  • Gross motor skill challenges (walking, running, coordination)
  • Dressing and hygiene difficulties
  • Emotional regulation difficulties
  • Transition to school concerns
  • Cognitive skill delays
  • Social and play skill difficulties
  • Attention to task challenges

What We Offer

  • Paediatric occupational therapy assessments
  • Sensory integration therapy
  • Fine motor skills programs (handwriting, fastening clothing)
  • Gross motor skills development (walking, running, coordination)
  • Dressing and personal hygiene training
  • Emotional regulation strategies
  • School readiness and transition programs
  • Cognitive and attention skills training
  • Social and play skills development
  • Healthy food options guidance
  • Community visits (school, kindergarten, childcare, home)
  • NDIS-funded therapy sessions
Accepted Funding:NDISMedicarePrivate Health InsuranceWorkCoverTACPrivate

Our Team

Meet Your Occupational Therapy Team

Our qualified practitioners are here to provide you with expert occupational therapy care.

Samra Zafar

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

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Neethu Baby

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

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Tiara

Occupational Therapist

BSc Occupational Therapy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does NDIS cover occupational therapy?
Yes. Occupational therapy is a core NDIS support. If your NDIS plan includes Improved Daily Living or Capacity Building, you can use your funding for OT sessions at Reliance Care and Support. We are a registered NDIS provider in Truganina.
What does a paediatric occupational therapist do?
A paediatric OT helps children develop the skills they need for daily life, school, and play. This includes fine motor skills like handwriting, sensory processing, emotional regulation, self-care tasks like dressing and eating, and school readiness. Our OTs work in clinic, at home, and in schools across Melbourne's west.
How do I get an occupational therapy referral for NDIS?
If you have an NDIS plan with Capacity Building funding, you can self-refer directly to our clinic — no GP referral is needed for NDIS-funded OT. Simply contact us to book an initial assessment. For Medicare-funded sessions, you will need a GP referral and a chronic disease management plan.
What areas do your occupational therapists service?
Our OTs are based at our Truganina clinic and provide community visits across Melbourne's west including Tarneit, Hoppers Crossing, Deer Park, Melton, Point Cook, Werribee, and surrounding suburbs. We visit schools, kindergartens, childcare centres, and homes.
How long is an occupational therapy session?
Initial assessments typically run for 60 minutes. Ongoing therapy sessions are usually 45–60 minutes depending on the individual's needs and NDIS plan goals. We develop individualised programs and review progress regularly.

Ready to Get Started?

Book an appointment with our occupational therapy team today. We offer free initial consultations for NDIS participants.

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