Occupational Therapy Services Across Western Australia
Our Occupational Therapists at Enable WA are experienced in managing the occupational therapy needs of NDIS and aged care participants across Perth and Peel, and the South West and Manjimup regions of Western Australia.
Our services are available either in person or over telehealth, to make your experience as personalised and convenient as possible. Our OTs all have extensive years of experience, with immediate capacity available.
Occupational Therapy where you need it.
You are welcome to complete your OT sessions on-site in our many offices, or we can travel to you.
Enable WA offers a wide suite of NDIS occupational therapy services, including (but not limited to):
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Functional Capacity Assessments
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Assistive technology/ equipment prescription
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Home assessment and recommendation services
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Daily living skills development
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Supporting sensory needs
Ready to move to a Occupational Therapy team that will aid you in reaching your goals?
Give us a call on (08) 9792 7500 or click the button below.
Functional Capacity Assessments
Our Occupational Therapists will complete a Functional Capacity Assessment with you, to develop a tailored OT plan that addresses your specific needs, and fits with your NDIS Plan.
Assistive technology/ equipment prescription
We empower our clients to overcome barriers, optimise your functional independence, and enhance your quality of life by providing you with the tools needed to participate fully in meaningful activities and roles.
Home assessment and recommendation services
These assessments are conducted by our Occupational Therapists and aim to enhance your ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), work, leisure, and social participation within your home environment.
Daily living skills development
Our Therapists promote independence, autonomy, and quality of life by providng the tools and training to engage in meaningful activities and roles within their daily routines and environments.
Supporting sensory needs
For those requiring Sensory Needs Support, Occupational Therapy (OT) services focus on addressing sensory processing difficulties that affect your ability to fully engage in daily activities and participate in your environment.
Are You Eligible?
Our Occupational Therapy and other Therapy services are included on an NDIS Plan under Capacity Building Supports (Improved Daily Living). But if you don't have this on your Plan, we may still be able to provide Support to you.
The easiest way to check if you're covered is to call us on 97927500, or click below to send us an email directly.
Meet Enable WA's Occupational Therapists
Melissa - Perth
Melissa is an Occupational Therapist originally from the States, now proudly based in Australia since 2017. Operating in the Perth Metro area, she enjoys working with people across the lifespan. Melissa takes a strengths-based, holistic approach and is a big advocate for the people she works with - keeping her clients' goals and voices at the centre of everything she does.
Melissa loves tailoring sessions to the individual, so expect things to feel personal, a little flexible, and fun! Melissa enjoys working with neurodivergent young adults and a passion for working with people living with mental health conditions.
When she's not in OT mode, you'll probably find her bushwalking the hills, scouting new beaches, or exploring all everything Australia has to offer.
Kerrie - Upper South West
Kerrie is an experienced Occupational Therapist at Enable WA, with a degree from Queen Margaret University in Scotland. Since moving to Australia in 2010, she has worked across major hospitals and community settings, and has over five years of NDIS experience.
Now based in Bunbury, Kerrie enjoys working with children and young adults on the autism spectrum. She brings a curious, client-focused approach, using movement and experience-based strategies to support life skill development and help clients achieve their goals.
Isabella - Upper South West
Isabella is an Enable WA Occupational Therapist operating out of the Harvey/Upper South West region. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Occupational Therapy (Honours) from Curtin University. Isabella supports individuals to engage in daily activities, tailoring her approach to each person’s unique strengths, needs, and goals.
Growing up in a small country town, Isabella values access to regional care and understands the unique challenges and opportunities it presents. She enjoys supporting people across the lifespan, including children and young adults on the autism spectrum, tailoring her approach to support them build independence, confidence, and engage in their communities.
Michaela - Upper South West
Michaela is an Occupational Therapist who graduated in South Africa in 2017 and moved to Australia in 2021, where she now proudly calls Bunbury home. She enjoys working within the NDIS space and has a strong interest in assistive technology prescription across the lifespan, from low-cost solutions to more complex equipment.
Michaela also completes Functional Capacity Assessments using a range of standardised tools to understand each participant’s strengths and support needs. Her practice places strong value on early intervention, working collaboratively with families and support networks to achieve meaningful goals and support participation in everyday life.
Shelby - Lower South West
Shelby is an Occupational Therapist at Enable WA, with a Master of Occupational Therapy from Curtin University. Based in Bridgetown, Shelby works with individuals across the lifespan, supporting people to participate in meaningful activities and daily life. Her practice is grounded in a person-centred approach, with a strong focus on recognising and respecting each person’s individuality.
Shelby enjoys working with children and young adults on the autism spectrum, she is passionate about tailoring therapy to meet people where they are and helping them build on their strengths to achieve their goals.
Hannah - Peel
Hannah is an Occupational Therapist based at the Enable WA Mandurah office. She graduated from Curtin University in 2019, where she developed a strong passion for neurodiversity-affirming practice, and supporting children and young adolescents to build their confidence, independence, and participation across various home, school, and community environments.
In more recent years, Hannah has further developed her skills in completing Functional Capacity Assessments for the NDIS and delivering services via telehealth.
She values building strong therapeutic relationships, and enjoys collaborating closely with families, educators, and other professionals to support each client’s goals.
Enable WA's OTs deliver support through the Perth, Peel, South West and Great Southern, either in person or over telehealth - making our service as convenient and personalised as possible!
