Occupational Therapy
OT for children, teenagers and adults
Our Occupational Therapists assist people of all ages to participate in life whether that be in play, study, work, self care or social interactions. We work with children, teenagers and adults. We are experienced in working with neurodivergent clients and recognise that we all engage and learn best when activities are meaningful, motivating and enhance skill development for participation in everyday life. Our approach is family centred and neuro-affirming, valuing each person’s unique strengths and lived experience.
We help people of all ages with:
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Sensory Processing
A sensory profile assessment reviews how an individual takes in and responds to sensory input like sounds, touch or movement which can be overwhelming. This assessment can then lead to insights into specific sensory challenges and identify strategies to assist focus, comfort and sensory regulation of the body. -
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Fine Motor Skills
We assist with the development of fine motor skills for everyday activities. Being able to coordinate small hand and finger movements is important for writing, cutting, typing, using cutlery or tying shoelaces. Assessment identifies key areas of difficulty and treatments targets which may be related to visual-motor integration, dexterity of movement or hand strength.
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Gross Motor Skills
Assessment of gross motor skills includes evaluating strength, balance and coordination of movement. Treatment focuses on being able to coordinate larger movements of the body important for everyday life - how we move, walk, run, climb, play sport, or ride a bike.
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Social Participation
Whatever age you are life is about communicating with others, working and playing with others, making friends and participating in group activities. We assist children and adults to participate in everyday life, providing social engagement opportunities with others.
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Self Care and Independence Skills
We assist with developing the ability to - manage daily living tasks. We assess the child/adult’s functional capacity and provide recommendations for action where supports are needed to enable the person to be more independent at home and in the community.
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Daily Living Skills
Developing independence with daily living skills such as cooking, shopping, public transport.
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Emotional Regulation
We help with the development of emotional regulation skills including understanding and expressing emotions, implementing calming techniques and problem solving skills.
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Handwriting
We assist children experiencing handwriting difficulties. Following a handwriting assessment, our OT team will identify and implement practice of specific skills e.g. hand writing mechanics, fine motor skills, or visual motor integration.
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Student Handwriting Assessments:
Communiskills offers student handwriting assessments that identify the underlying motor, sensory, and perceptual factors affecting written output. Occupational Therapists evaluate pencil grip, posture, fine‑motor coordination, visual‑motor integration, and writing endurance to understand the students handwriting profile. Findings are translated into practical, classroom‑ready strategies that build confidence, efficiency, and legibility through neuroaffirming, strengths‑based support. A report for the purpose of an application for special consideration during school exams can be prepared by the Occupational Therapist.
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Functional Capacity Assessments
Communiskills provides comprehensive Occupational Therapy Functional Capacity Assessments detailing a person’s strengths, support needs, and day‑to‑day functional abilities. Assessments examine mobility, self‑care, cognition, communication, sensory processing, home safety, and community participation, translating these findings into practical, evidence‑based recommendations to guide NDIS planning, support coordination, and long‑term goal achievement.
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Our Occupational Therapy team supports children and teenagers with a wide range of developmental or health profiles including Autism, ADHD, Developmental Delays, Dyspraxia, Chromosomal Syndromes, Anxiety and Sensory Processing Difficulties.
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We also work with adults requiring supports due to neurodivergence, acquired brain injury or progressive neurological conditions
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Communiskills understands that children benefit from early intervention supports in their usual environment. Therapy Assistants provide individualised supports at your child's childcare/preschool. Contact us to check if this service is available in your area.
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We specialise in supporting adolescents and young adults to build independence, increase social participation and achieve their goals.
