OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN ORANGE NSW
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) helps children, teens and adults take part in the everyday activities they need and want to do - at home, at school, at work and in the community. In OT, these everyday activities are called occupations.
At Total Health Orange, our occupational therapists in Orange and trained therapy assistants support people with a wide range of needs, with a focus on improving function, building independence and helping clients reach meaningful goals
How our therapy assistants support your goals
Our therapy assistants are trained and supervised by our occupational therapists to deliver effective, goal-led therapy for children and young adults. They can be a cost-effective option when regular therapy is recommended and may help reduce wait times.
Therapy assistant sessions may take place:
in the clinic
at school
at home
in the community
They also support group programs, home programs and skill-building sessions aligned with your OT plan.
Who we help
We support clients across the lifespan, including:
Children
handwriting and fine motor skills
attention and concentration
sensory processing
routines and daily organisation
gross motor skills, coordination and balance
toileting concerns such as constipation (when within scope and appropriate)
Young adults and adolescents
building independence
life skills and daily routines
transitioning beyond school and into work/community life
Adults
home safety assessments and falls prevention
functional capacity assessments (FCA)
equipment prescription
minor home modifications
support with independence and everyday function
Support for ADHD & Autism Level 1 in mainstream school
Many families contact us when a child is bright and capable, but finding school and daily routines harder than expected - especially with ADHD or Autism (ASD Level 1) in a mainstream classroom.
We can support children to build skills and confidence with:
attention, concentration and self-regulation
emotional regulation and flexible thinking
executive functioning (organisation, planning, getting started, transitions)
sensory processing and classroom participation
practical strategies for home routines and school mornings
Not sure if you have ADHD, our psychology team can help to complete your assessment
What to expect when you engage our Occupational Therapy services
If you have concerns about your child’s development, a young person’s daily functioning, or your own goals, we recommend completing a referral for an appointment with an experienced occupational therapist.
Initial assessment
Your OT will complete an assessment to understand strengths, challenges and goals, then develop a practical plan to support progress.
Your plan and next steps
Depending on your needs, your plan may include:
therapy sessions with your occupational therapist
support from an exercise physiologist or therapy assistant (where appropriate)
a tailored home program
group sessions focused on specific goals
Our focus is practical, goal-led therapy - helping you move forward with confidence and achieve meaningful progress.
