Personalised occupational therapy and functional assessments designed to help you build independence, navigate everyday challenges, and achieve the goals that matter most to you.
Accessible occupational therapy wherever you are.
Support for children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
Therapy built around your goals, strengths and circumstances.
Clear assessments, reports and practical recommendations.
Available in Melbourne for personalised, in-person support.
What makes Walnut OT different? We focus on what matters most to you.
Personalised occupational therapy for children, adults, seniors and people experiencing mental health challenges.
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Professional occupational therapy assessments and reports to document functional capacity, support needs and NDIS requirements.
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Practical occupational therapy support to help older adults remain safe, comfortable and independent at home.
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Access occupational therapy online from the comfort and convenience of your own home.
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Dedicated support workers assisting with daily tasks, community participation, and independent living.
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Expert physiotherapy to improve mobility, strength, and physical well-being.
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Support for development, participation, and everyday skills.
Support for routines, independence, and everyday life.
Practical solutions to keep older adults safe and independent.
We provide therapy where you need it, with a variety of funding options to suit your circumstances.
Providing in-person occupational therapy across the Melbourne Western Suburbs.
We visit you at home, school, workplace, or in the community.
Providing expert occupational therapy services Australia-wide via secure video consultations.
We listen to your concerns, circumstances and goals.
We understand how your abilities, environment and everyday activities interact.
We develop practical recommendations and an individualised support plan.
We work with you towards greater confidence, independence and participation.
Our comprehensive Functional Capacity Assessments provide a clear picture of how disability impacts everyday life, helping identify strengths, support needs and practical recommendations.
Every person has different needs, circumstances and goals.
We focus on solutions that make a meaningful difference in everyday life.
Support for children, adolescents, adults and older adults.
Accessible support without being limited by location.
Clear, professional documentation designed to communicate functional needs.
Your goals and priorities remain at the centre of the process.
At Walnut Occupational Therapy, we believe everyone deserves support that is practical, personalised and meaningful.
We work with people across the lifespan through secure telehealth services, providing occupational therapy, functional assessments and professional reporting tailored to individual needs.
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Google Reviews"The Functional Capacity Assessment was incredibly thorough. It finally gave us the evidence we needed for our NDIS review."
"My therapist took the time to really understand my daily struggles. The assistive technology recommended has changed my life."
"A very professional and empathetic team. The SIL assessment was handled with such care and detailed understanding."
"The capacity building sessions have helped me become so much more independent. I genuinely look forward to every session!"
"Clear, concise, and incredibly supportive. Their NDIS access report was exactly what we needed to get approved."
"Such a warm, person-centred approach. I felt heard and respected every step of the way."
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NDISLearn what a Functional Capacity Assessment is, who needs one, what an occupational therapist assesses, how the process works, and how an FCA can help document your everyday support needs under the NDIS.
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NDISA step-by-step guide to what happens during an occupational therapy Functional Capacity Assessment, including interviews, observations, functional testing, standardised assessments and reporting.
Read MoreOur credentials and experience ensure you receive the highest standard of support.
All our therapists are fully qualified and registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
We have a proven track record of helping NDIS participants across Melbourne achieve their independence goals.
We use the latest research and clinical guidelines to ensure our therapy interventions are highly effective.
Delivering professional therapy directly to your home, school, or workplace across Melbourne's Western Suburbs.
Occupational therapy helps people develop practical skills and strategies to participate more independently in everyday activities such as self-care, home tasks, education, employment, social activities and community life.
Walnut Occupational Therapy supports children, young people, adults and older adults who may experience challenges with daily activities, independence, participation, sensory processing, emotional regulation, mobility or other functional needs.
Our services include children’s therapy, adult therapy, seniors therapy, mental health and psychosocial support, NDIS assessments and reports, assistive technology assessments, housing assessments, Home Care Package assessments and telehealth occupational therapy.
Yes. We provide a range of NDIS-related occupational therapy assessments and reports, including Functional Capacity Assessments, NDIS Access Reports, Housing Assessments, Assistive Technology Assessments, Change of Circumstances Reports and Letters of Support.
A Functional Capacity Assessment is a detailed evaluation of how a person manages everyday activities and how disability affects their functional capacity. The assessment considers areas such as personal care, mobility, communication, domestic tasks, social participation, emotional regulation and community access.
Yes. Our occupational therapists can provide NDIS Access Reports that document how a person’s disability affects their functional capacity, daily activities and participation, providing clear clinical evidence to support an NDIS access request.
An Assistive Technology Assessment identifies equipment and practical solutions that may improve a person’s safety, independence and participation. Depending on individual needs, this may include mobility aids, bathroom equipment, pressure care solutions, sensory supports, communication devices and daily living aids.
Yes. We provide housing assessments for Individualised Living Options (ILO), Supported Independent Living (SIL) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA). Assessments consider functional capacity, current living circumstances, environmental challenges, support needs and future goals.
Yes. Our services for older adults include seniors occupational therapy and Home Care Package assessments. We can assess areas such as daily living, mobility, home safety, falls risk and environmental barriers and provide practical recommendations to support safe and independent living at home.
Yes. Walnut Occupational Therapy provides telehealth services through secure video appointments, allowing clients to access assessments, therapy, consultations, education and support from home. Telehealth can be particularly convenient for people in regional or remote areas or those who prefer online appointments.