NDIS Occupational Therapy Melbourne
NDIS-Funded Occupational Therapy with Flourish Health
NDIS occupational therapy helps you build the skills, confidence and independence you need to live the life you choose. At Flourish Health Australia, we deliver personalised occupational therapy to NDIS participants across Melbourne, in your home, in the community, or via telehealth anywhere in Victoria.
Whether you're looking for support with daily living tasks, need a Functional Capacity Assessment, or want help accessing assistive technology, our AHPRA-registered occupational therapists work directly with you and your goals. Every session is built around what matters most to you, not a cookie-cutter approach.
We work with plan-managed and self-managed NDIS participants, making it simple to use your funding for the therapy you need. No GP referral is required. Just get in touch, and we'll take it from there.
What NDIS Occupational Therapy Covers
Your NDIS plan can fund a wide range of occupational therapy supports. Here's what we can help you with.
Functional Capacity Assessments
A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) provides a detailed picture of how your disability affects your daily life. We assess your abilities across areas such as self-care, mobility, household tasks and community participation. The resulting report supports your NDIS plan review by giving planners clear, evidence-based information about the supports you need.
FCAs are one of the most common reasons participants come to us, and we conduct them in your home so we can see how you manage in your real environment.Book a Functional Capacity Assessment
Daily Living and Independence Skills
We help you develop practical strategies and skills for everyday tasks like meal preparation, personal care, managing your morning routine, organising your home, or building confidence with public transport. The focus is always on what you want to achieve, and we work at your pace to build lasting independence.
Assistive Technology and Equipment
If there's equipment or technology that could make your life easier, we can help you access it through your NDIS plan. This includes assessing your needs, recommending the right products, helping you write the justification for funding, and training you to use the equipment once it arrives. Examples include shower chairs, wheelchairs, specialised cutlery, communication devices and home automation tools.
Home Modifications
Sometimes small changes to your home can make a big difference. We assess your living environment and recommend modifications, from grab rails and ramp access to bathroom renovations and doorway widening. We provide the reports and evidence your plan manager or the NDIA needs to approve the funding.
Community Access and Participation
Getting out into the community matters. We work with you to identify and overcome the barriers that make community participation difficult, whether that means building confidence to attend social groups, getting around public spaces, or developing the skills to pursue education or employment goals.
How to Use Your NDIS Plan for Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is typically funded under Capacity Building, Improved Daily Living in your NDIS plan, though some supports may also sit under Core Supports depending on your plan structure. If your plan includes either of these categories, you can use that funding for OT.
Plan-Managed Participants
If you have a plan manager, they handle the financial side. You choose Flourish Health as your provider, we deliver your therapy, and we send invoices directly to your plan manager for payment. It's simple, and your plan manager can confirm your available budget at any time.
Self-Managed Participants
If you self-manage your NDIS funding, you have full control over which providers you use. You book your sessions with us, we provide an invoice after each appointment, and you claim the cost through the NDIS portal. We make sure our invoicing is clear and NDIS-compliant so claiming is hassle-free.
What Does NDIS-Aligned Mean?
As an NDIS-aligned provider, Flourish Health works with plan-managed and self-managed participants. This means you have the freedom to choose us as your OT provider and manage your funding directly or through your plan manager. Our therapists are all AHPRA-registered, hold current NDIS Worker Screening Checks, and deliver services in line with the NDIS Code of Conduct and Practice Standards
How to Get Started with NDIS OT
Getting started with NDIS occupational therapy at Flourish Health is simple. Here's how it works.
Step 1: Check your NDIS plan. Look for funding under Capacity Building (Improved Daily Living) or Core Supports. If you're not sure whether your plan covers OT, contact us and we'll help you work it out.
Step 2: Get in touch. No referral is needed. You can email us at admin@flourishhealth.com.au or fill out the enquiry form on our website. Let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back to you promptly.
Step 3: Sort out the funding side. If you're plan-managed, let your plan manager know you've chosen Flourish Health. If you're self-managed, we'll send you clear invoices to claim through the portal.
Step 4: Your first session. We'll book your initial assessment at a time that works for you, in your home, in the community, or via telehealth if you prefer. This first session lets us understand your goals, assess your needs, and build a therapy plan together.
Areas We Service for NDIS OT
Flourish Health delivers mobile NDIS occupational therapy across Melbourne and surrounding areas. Our therapists come to you: at home, at school, at your workplace, or in community settings.
Telehealth, Victoria-wide: Not in Melbourne? We offer NDIS occupational therapy via telehealth to participants anywhere in Victoria. Telehealth is ideal for goal-setting sessions, therapy check-ins, capacity building, and some assessment components.
If you're not sure whether we cover your area, get in touch and we'll let you know.
Why Choose Flourish Health for NDIS OT
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AHPRA-registered therapists. Every occupational therapist at Flourish Health holds current AHPRA registration and NDIS Worker Screening clearance.
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We come to you. Our mobile model means therapy happens where it matters most, in your home and community, not a clinic waiting room. We also offer telehealth for participants across Victoria.
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NDIS-aligned and transparent. We charge at NDIS price limits with clear, compliant invoicing. No gap fees, no hidden costs.
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Person-centred approach. Your goals drive your therapy plan. We listen first, then build a program around what independence and participation look like for you.
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Fast access. No GP referral needed. We aim to get you started as quickly as possible, with minimal wait times.
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Flexible scheduling. We work around your routine, including early mornings, after hours, and weekend availability where possible.
FAQs About NDIS OT
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Do I need a referral to see an occupational therapist through the NDIS? :No. You don't need a GP referral to access NDIS-funded occupational therapy. If your NDIS plan includes funding for Capacity Building or Core Supports, you can contact us directly to book your first session.
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Is Flourish Health an NDIS registered provider? Flourish Health is an NDIS-aligned provider, which means we're not NDIS registered but we deliver services fully in line with the NDIS Code of Conduct and Practice Standards. We work with plan-managed and self-managed participants. If you're plan-managed, your plan manager can process our invoices. If you're self-managed, you claim directly through the NDIS portal. Agency-managed participants would need to use an NDIS registered provider.
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What is the difference between plan-managed and self-managed?: With plan management, a registered plan manager handles your NDIS finances and pays providers on your behalf. You still choose your own providers. With self-management, you manage your own budget, pay providers directly, and claim reimbursement through the NDIS portal. Either way, you can choose Flourish Health as your OT provider.
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Can I get a Functional Capacity Assessment through the NDIS? Yes. FCAs are one of our most requested services. They are typically funded under Capacity Building in your NDIS plan.
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How long does an assessment take? An initial OT assessment usually takes between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on your needs and goals. Functional Capacity Assessments may take longer, often 2 to 3 hours, as they cover a wide range of daily living activities.
NDIS Occupational Therapy Rates
We charge in line with the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2025-26, so there are no surprise costs.
Occupational therapy session - $193.99 per hour
Our rates are in line with the NDIS price guidlines, which means your plan funding covers the full cost with no gap. We provide itemised invoices with the correct NDIS line items so claiming is easy for you or your plan manager.
Ready to get started with occupational therapy in Melbourne?
Let’s make day-to-day life simpler, safer, and more enjoyable.
Book your Occupational Therapy appointment or reach out to chat about your needs. Call 03 7043 7778 or email admin@flourishhealth.com.au. Alternatively, simply fill out our referral form. View all our OT Services