Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy

Our dedicated occupational therapists specialise in rehabilitation, assisting individuals to meet the functional requirements of their work, support their physical and emotional well-being, and prevent workplace injuries. They help NDIS participants recover from injuries, surgeries, and illnesses to regain independence and improve their quality of life.

No Waiting Lists

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Flexible Scheduling

Book appointments that fit your routine.

Australia-Wide Reach

Access top-quality care, wherever you are.

Comfort of Home

Sessions in your familiar environment.

Proven Effectiveness

Evidence-based online therapy.

Our Online Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy Services

At Goal Coach, we understand the impact of injuries and illnesses on daily life. Our rehabilitation occupational therapy services aim to restore your function and independence through tailored, practical solutions. Whether recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or adapting to life after an injury, our occupational therapists work with you to develop personalised rehabilitation plans to help you carry out everyday tasks. We assess your needs, trial assistive technologies, modify tasks, and adapt your environment to support your recovery. Achieving functional independence is a key goal of our therapy, enabling you to perform everyday tasks, regian skills, improve occupational performance, create a safe living environment. Our goal is to help you regain skills, improve occupational performance, and enhance your quality of life.

Join the many NDIS participants who have benefited from our personalised telehealth occupational therapy services.

 

Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Rehabilitation

Restoring Function

Regain your ability to perform daily activities with personalised rehabilitation plans.

Assistive Aids and Technology

Identify and trial assistive aids, equipment, or technology that best support your recovery.

Task Modification

Find alternative ways to complete tasks safely and efficiently.

Pain Management

Develop strategies to manage chronic pain and improve your comfort.

Environmental Modifications

Adapt your home, school, or work environment to facilitate independent living and a safer recovery.

Promoting Independence

Enhance your independence by rebuilding skills necessary for daily life.

Meet Our Rehabilitation Occupational Therapists

Meet our compassionate and skilled occupational therapists who specialise in rehabilitation. We’ll match you with a therapist who understands your unique challenges and helps you achieve your recovery goals.

Meet The Team

Simone

Senior Team Lead | Coach Manager

Dove

Coach | Coordinator

Kara

Coach | Coordinator

Brittany

Coach | Counsellor

Becky

Coach

Kate

Occupational Therapist

How It Works

1. Book a Free Online Chat

Start with a free 15-minute session with one of our senior practitioners. We will review your needs, understand your goals, and ensure the technology works smoothly.

2. Meet Your Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist

In your first session, you’ll meet your dedicated occupational therapist. We’ll work closely with you to discuss your challenges and develop a personalised rehabilitation plan tailored to your needs

3. Ongoing Support and Progress

Your therapist will provide continuous support, helping you build skills and adjust your therapy plan as needed to ensure continuous progress.

"The best bit is the online sessions. With a 9-5 and hobbies outside of work, they fit into my busy schedule and I don’t have to take time off work or travel far. The Goal Coach team are super supportive and check in with me regularly to see how I’m going and adjust as needed."
Alex, Brisbane

FAQ

Rehabilitation occupational therapy helps individuals recover from injuries, surgeries, and illnesses by improving their ability to perform daily tasks. This therapy involves working with a qualified occupational therapist who develops personalised rehabilitation plans to restore function, manage pain, and promote independence. Occupational therapy also plays a crucial role in preventing and managing workplace injuries, planning strategies for return to work after an injury, and supporting individuals in meeting functional requirements at work to ensure physical and emotional well-being.

OT can also address cognitive abilities such as memory, planning, and organization, which are crucial for overall well-being. As well as personal care activities such as showering, dressing, and feeding are essential for maintaining independence.

Rehabilitation occupational therapy helps individuals recover from injuries, surgeries, and illnesses by improving their ability to perform daily tasks. This therapy involves working with a qualified occupational therapist who develops personalised rehabilitation plans to restore function, manage pain, and promote independence. Occupational therapy also plays a crucial role in preventing and managing workplace injuries, planning strategies for return to work after an injury, and supporting individuals in meeting functional requirements at work to ensure physical and emotional well-being.

OT can also address cognitive abilities such as memory, planning, and organization, which are crucial for overall well-being. As well as personal care activities such as showering, dressing, and feeding are essential for maintaining independence.

Rehabilitation occupational therapy can assist with a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Orthopaedic injuries

  • Post-surgical recovery

  • Stroke rehabilitation

  • Chronic pain management

  • Traumatic brain injuries

  • Spinal cord injuries

  • Neurological conditions

  • Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

Our online occupational therapy services are funded by the NDIS under the Capacity Building (Improved Daily Living) category. If you have NDIS funding for this category, you can access our services at no out-of-pocket expense. Contact us to learn more about utilising your NDIS plan for occupational therapy.

Yes, we welcome all clients, with or without an NDIS plan. Reach out to us to learn how our online occupational therapy services can support your recovery.

Start with a free 15-minute session with one of our senior practitioners. Occupational therapy can help individuals engage in social groups as part of community access. Find a comfortable, quiet space and use a device with a good internet connection. We will review your needs, understand your goals, and ensure the technology works smoothly to connect you with a dedicated rehabilitation occupational therapist. We will match you with a therapist who listens to your needs and works with you to achieve your goals.

In addition to occupational therapy for rehabilitation, Goal Coach offers a range of online NDIS services to support your needs:

If you’re unsure which service is best for you, contact our team. We will guide you to find the most suitable support to help you thrive.

Jana

Book Your Free Session

Speak directly with Jana, our senior practitioner, who will confirm your occupational therapy needs and answer any questions you may have.

Get Started

Simone

Senior Team Lead | Coach Manager

Simone is a very vibrant and passionate practitioner. She has obtained a Bachelor of Health Science and has worked in the Mental Health and AOD sector for the past 8 years. Simone has helped many people create a new outlook on life.

She has worked with adults and young people to deliver both group and individualised sessions.

Since 2018, Simone has assisted many individuals to transition to the NDIS. She has supported people to obtain the best possible outcomes from their plan.

Simone’s sessions are focused on creating a wonderful balance between self motivation and encouragement.

Simone takes great pride in helping others reach their optimal health and well-being goals.

In her free time, Simone will often be roaming around the beach, soaking in the sunlight and fresh air.  She believes that life is all about balance.

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Dove

Coach | Coordinator

Dove is a social worker of ten years with experience working in both the public health sector and the NDIS. She has worked as a hospital social worker in mental health and more recently provided support coordination and specialist support coordination to rural and remote participants of the NDIS.

Her passion is working within the mental health space using a trauma informed, person centered approach that is conducive to recovery. She loves yoga, dogs and travel.

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Kara

Coach | Coordinator 

Kara has over 10 years’ experience in the mental health field and has worked as a Support Coordinator. With a blend of strengths-based, trauma informed and person-centered approaches, Kara is passionate about building relationships with clients and cheering them on for the little things and the big things.

In her free time, she’ll be found browsing bookstores, doing jigsaw puzzles or trying to pat all the dogs.

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Brittany

Coach | Counsellor

Brittany is passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment, committed to making a positive impact on the lives of others. Brittany has worked within the Community Service and Disability sectors for the last decade, including as a Support Coordinator and Recovery Coach.

Brittany believes in the power of empathy and understanding, to assist individuals to maximise their wellness and thrive. It is important to Brittany to support empowerment, whilst utilising a holistic lens, to support each unique individual’s own personal recovery.

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Becky

Coach

Becky is a devoted mother and social worker with over five years of experience in disability and therapeutic services. Her focus has been on adults with mental and physical disabilities, as well as children and young people transitioning out of care and towards independent living.

She strongly believes in a holistic, person-centred approach, valuing each individual’s unique tools for success in life. Her passion lies in understanding and empowering people, enriching lives, and fostering meaningful connections.

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Kate

Occupational Therapist

Kate is a passionate Occupational Therapist with over three years experience working in the NDIS sector. Kate has worked with both adults and children throughout her career and is committed to empowering individuals and families to reach their goals in order to maximise their health and well-being. Kate has experience creating client centred intervention plans, high-quality functional capacity reports and delivering therapy services. In her free time she enjoys going for walks near the beach, reading and yoga.

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