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NDIS Mental Health Occupational Therapist Berwick
Mental Health Occupational Therapy
NDIS Provider Servicing Berwick and the Local Area
PotentialMe supports people in Berwick through mental health occupational therapy. We work with NDIS participants living with mental illness (psychosocial disability), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Intellectual Disability (ID).
Our approach is hands-on and practical. We help people manage daily responsibilities, build confidence, and take part in everyday life at home and in the community. Support is available for children, young people, and adults throughout Berwick and surrounding suburbs.
Occupational Therapy Services
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Mental health can quietly disrupt daily routines. Bills are forgotten. Meals are skipped or rushed. Cleaning is avoided. Self-care feels harder to maintain. Days lose direction. Work, study, and social activities often fall away.
At PotentialMe, we look at what daily life feels like right now. We identify what’s causing pressure or stress. Support focuses on practical changes that make everyday tasks easier to manage.
Progress is built through steady, realistic steps.
Functional Capacity Assessments
We assess how mental health affects daily life. This includes routines, self-care, communication, and community involvement. Reports are clear, detailed, and suitable for NDIS use.
Goal-Focused Therapy and Skill Development
Support is based on what you want to work towards. This may include daily routines, independence, or returning to work or study.
Coordination With Your Support Team
We work with support workers, family members, and other professionals to keep everyone aligned.
Reviews and Ongoing Planning
As circumstances change, support is reviewed. Plans are adjusted to reflect current needs.
Areas of Support
Mobile Mental Health Occupational Therapy
Our therapists provide mobile support across Berwick. Sessions are held at home or in familiar community settings.
Improving Motivation and Achieving Goals
Low motivation can make everyday tasks feel overwhelming. We help break tasks into smaller actions and rebuild daily structure.
Mood Management and Improvement
Mood is influenced by daily habits, stress, and environment. We identify what affects you and introduce practical strategies.
Strengthening Identity and Self-Esteem
Mental health challenges can impact self-belief. We support confidence through skill building and personal progress.
Sensory Regulation
Noise, crowds, and change can feel difficult to manage. We help identify triggers and develop calming strategies.
Improving Social Skills and Relationships
Social interaction can feel challenging. We support communication skills and social participation within the Berwick community.
Independent Living Skills
Support may include cooking, cleaning, budgeting, or managing appointments. Skills are practised in real-life situations.
Executive Functions
We support planning, organisation, and time management using simple systems that fit daily routines.
Emotional Regulation
Strong emotions can interrupt daily life. We teach practical ways to respond and regain balance.
Travel and Community Integration
Berwick offers access to shops, services, and public transport. We support safe travel and use of local facilities.
Personal Care
Daily self-care routines are supported in a respectful and practical way.
Household Activities
Managing a household can feel overwhelming. We introduce clear systems to reduce stress and workload.
Our Berwick occupational therapists work with you to build a support plan that fits your life and priorities.
Practice Focus
What Is Mental Health Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy supports people to cope with the demands of everyday life. This includes personal care, managing a home, working, studying, and staying socially connected.
Mental health occupational therapy looks at how mental health can disrupt these activities. The focus is on helping people take part in daily life in practical, realistic ways that suit their capacity and circumstances.
Our therapists work with people who experience psychosocial disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Intellectual Disability (ID). Support is hands-on, goal-oriented, and centred on improving daily function.
NDIS support workers offer daily support, emotional steadiness, and care that helps you feel seen and supported. Learn more about them and what they do in this blog.
Areas We Service
NDIS Support in Berwick
PotentialMe provides NDIS occupational therapy services across Berwick. Our team understands the local area and community.
Support focuses on daily functioning. Over time, routines become easier. Confidence grows. Independence increases. Community participation becomes more achievable.
What Participants Say
In Their Own Words
If you’d like to learn more about our services in Berwick, contact PotentialMe. We support you through each stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is mental health occupational therapy different from counselling?
Counselling is centred on conversations about thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Occupational therapy looks at how mental health affects everyday life. Mental health occupational therapy focuses on practical support, such as building routines, managing tasks, and developing skills that help daily life run more smoothly.
How can an OT help with mental health?
A mental health OT works on the practical side of living. This can include creating daily structure, improving organisation, building coping skills, and supporting confidence. The aim is to make day-to-day life easier to manage and more stable.
Is mental health OT funded by the NDIS?
Yes. Mental health occupational therapy can be funded through the NDIS when it relates to your goals. Funding may be provided under Capacity Building or Core Supports, depending on what is included in your plan.
Do you complete Functional Capacity Assessments?
Yes. Our Berwick occupational therapists complete Functional Capacity Assessments. These reports outline how mental health impacts daily activities and are used to support NDIS planning, reviews, and funding decisions.
Who do you support?
We support people living with psychosocial disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Intellectual Disability (ID). We also work with people who find everyday routines, motivation, or emotional control difficult.
Where do sessions take place?
Sessions are provided in person. Our service is mobile, which means support can take place in your home or within the Berwick community.
How often are sessions held?
How often sessions occur depends on your goals, needs, and NDIS plan. Some people benefit from regular weekly sessions, while others prefer support on a fortnightly or monthly basis.
Can you help with cooking and budgeting?
Yes. Support can include meal preparation, cooking skills, budgeting, managing bills, and organising household tasks.
Do you work with other providers?
Yes. We work alongside support workers, psychologists, doctors, and family members to make sure support is coordinated and consistent.
