Occupational Therapy Adelaide
Thrive Health Therapies provides occupational therapy services for people of all ages across metropolitan Adelaide. Our occupational therapists provide ongoing therapy, functional assessments, assistive technology, home modification assessments and practical support to improve independence and participation in everyday life.
Occupational Therapy Services Across Adelaide
Our Adelaide occupational therapists provide practical, evidence-based support tailored to each person’s abilities, environment and goals.
Occupational therapy may help when a disability, developmental difference, health condition, injury or change in function makes everyday activities more difficult. Depending on your needs, support may include therapy, functional assessments, assistive technology, home modifications, environmental changes, practical strategies or education for families and support teams.
Who we support: Children, teenagers, adults and older adults
Where we provide services: Findon clinic, homes and community settings across metropolitan Adelaide, selected Adelaide Hills locations and telehealth
Service options: Ongoing therapy, individual assessments, reports, equipment prescription and environmental recommendations
Funding accepted: NDIS, Support at Home, DVA, private health insurance, private funding and eligible GP referrals
What Is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy supports people to participate in the activities they need or want to do in everyday life.
These activities - sometimes called “occupations” - may include personal care, getting around the home, preparing meals, learning, playing, attending school, working, managing routines or participating in the community.
An occupational therapist considers:
The activities that are important to you
Your current abilities and support needs
The physical, sensory, cognitive and social demands of each activity
The environments in which activities take place
Equipment, strategies or environmental changes that may make participation easier or safer
Your occupational therapist then works with you to develop practical recommendations or a therapy plan based on your individual goals.
How Our Occupational Therapists Help
Our occupational therapists provide therapy, assessments and practical recommendations to help people participate more safely and independently in everyday life. Support is tailored to each person’s abilities, environment, priorities and goals.
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Daily Living and Independence
Support to develop or maintain skills for personal care, household activities, meal preparation, routines and other everyday tasks.
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Functional Assessments and Reports
Comprehensive assessments and reports exploring daily function, support needs, participation and the impact of disability or health conditions.
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Assistive Technology
Assessment, trials and recommendations for equipment that may improve safety, comfort, mobility and independence in everyday activities.
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Therapy and Capacity Building
Individualised therapy to build skills, establish helpful routines, increase confidence and support greater independence at home and in the community.
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Home Modifications
Assessment of the person, their everyday activities and home environment to recommend changes that improve safety, accessibility and independence.
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Home, School, Work and Community Participation
Practical support and environmental recommendations to help people participate in the places and activities that are important to them.
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Sensory and Emotional Regulation
Support to understand sensory experiences, emotions and environmental factors while developing practical strategies that promote regulation, participation and wellbeing.
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Upper Limb Rehabilitation
Therapy to improve or maintain movement, strength, coordination and functional use of the shoulder, arm, wrist and hand.
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Cognitive Rehabilitation
Practical strategies to support memory, attention, planning, organisation, problem-solving and participation in meaningful daily activities.
Who Do Our Occupational Therapists Support?
Our occupational therapists work with people across different life stages. The goals and type of support provided will depend on each person’s needs, circumstances and priorities.
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Occupational Therapy for Children and Teenagers
Our paediatric occupational therapists provide individualised support for children and teenagers at our Findon clinic and in homes, schools and kindergartens across Adelaide. Support may include sensory processing, emotional regulation, motor skills, self-care, executive functioning, play and school participation.
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Occupational Therapy for Adults
Our adult occupational therapists provide individualised support for people whose disability, health condition or injury affects everyday life. Support may include daily living skills, cognitive rehabilitation, functional assessments, assistive technology, home modifications and strategies to improve independence and community participation.
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Occupational Therapy for Older Adults
Our occupational therapists support older adults to remain safe, independent and engaged at home and in the community. Support may include daily living assessments, assistive technology, home modifications, falls prevention, equipment prescription and practical strategies for managing changes in function.
Conditions Our Occupational Therapists Support
Our occupational therapists work with people with a broad range of disabilities, developmental differences, injuries and health conditions. This may include people with:
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Developmental delay
Intellectual disability
Learning disabilities
Cerebral palsy
Acquired or traumatic brain injury
Stroke
Spinal cord injury
Multiple sclerosis
Parkinson’s disease
Motor neurone disease
Functional neurological disorder
Genetic or chromosomal conditions
Physical disability
Psychosocial disability
Chronic pain
Arthritis
Fatigue-related conditions
A diagnosis alone does not determine whether a particular occupational therapy service is suitable. Our team considers your goals, functional needs, location and the clinical expertise required when matching you with an occupational therapist.
Please contact us if you are unsure whether occupational therapy is appropriate for you or the person you support.
Occupational Therapy Assessments and Reports
Our occupational therapists complete assessments and reports for a range of functional, clinical and funding purposes.
Functional Capacity Assessments
A Functional Capacity Assessment examines how a person’s disability affects their ability to complete everyday activities and participate at home and in the community.
The assessment may consider personal care, domestic activities, mobility, cognition, communication, emotional regulation, education, employment, community participation, current supports and future support needs.
Psychosocial Functional Capacity Assessments
These assessments explore how psychosocial disability affects daily routines, self-care, relationships, decision-making, work or study, community participation and the management of everyday responsibilities.
Home and Living Assessments
Our occupational therapists can assess a person’s daily support requirements and living environment. Depending on the circumstances, this may inform requests relating to Supported Independent Living, Specialist Disability Accommodation, Individualised Living Options or other home and living supports.
Assistive Technology Assessments
We assess, trial and recommend equipment based on the person’s functional needs, environment and goals. This may include wheelchairs, mobility scooters, seating, transfer equipment and daily living aids.
Home Modification Assessments
Our occupational therapists assess the person, the activities they need to complete and their home environment before recommending modifications that may improve safety, accessibility and independence.
Sensory Assessments
Sensory assessments can help identify how a person notices, interprets and responds to sensory information. Recommendations may include strategies or environmental changes that support comfort, regulation and participation.
Cognitive Assessments
Cognitive assessments may examine areas such as attention, memory, planning, organisation, problem-solving and executive functioning where these affect everyday activities.
Manual Handling Assessments
We assess transfers, positioning and physical support requirements and can develop practical manual handling recommendations for families, carers and support workers.
What Happens at an Occupational Therapy Assessment?
Your first appointment gives your occupational therapist an opportunity to learn about you, your daily activities and the goals that are most important to you.
Depending on the reason for referral, the assessment may include:
Discussing your goals, routines and current supports
Reviewing relevant health and developmental information
Observing how you complete everyday activities
Assessing physical, sensory or cognitive abilities
Considering your home, school, workplace or community environment
Identifying barriers to participation
Discussing therapy, equipment or environmental options
Planning the next steps with you
For some assessments, your occupational therapist may request reports or supporting information before the appointment. More complex assessments may require several appointments, equipment trials, liaison with other people and preparation of a written report.
Where We Provide Occupational Therapy
At our Findon clinic
Our accessible clinic at 184 Findon Road includes a rehabilitation gym and dedicated paediatric therapy spaces.
The clinic allows our occupational therapists to complete assessments, provide individual therapy, trial activities and use a range of therapeutic equipment in a welcoming environment.
Occupational Therapy at Home
Home visits allow the occupational therapist to understand how you complete daily activities in your usual environment.
This can be particularly helpful for home safety assessments, daily living activities, equipment prescription, wheelchair access, transfers and home modification recommendations.
School and Community Occupational Therapy
Where appropriate, appointments may take place at school, kindergarten, work or another community location. This allows therapy and assessment to occur in the environment where the activity normally happens.
Telehealth Occupational Therapy
Telehealth appointments are available for suitable therapy, assessment, education and review services. Your occupational therapist can advise whether telehealth is appropriate for your needs.
Adelaide Hills Occupational Therapy
We provide mobile occupational therapy for eligible adult referrals across selected areas of the Adelaide Hills.
Funding Options for Occupational Therapy Services
Thrive Health Therapies welcomes clients accessing occupational therapy through:
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Support at Home
Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA)
Private health insurance
Private funding
GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP)
Funding availability depends on the individual plan, policy or eligibility.
A GP referral is not required for NDIS-funded or privately funded services. An appropriate GP referral and care plan are required to claim eligible Medicare rebates through a GPCCMP.
Why Choose Thrive Health Therapies?
Experienced Occupational Therapists: Our team includes occupational therapists with experience across paediatrics, adult disability, neurological rehabilitation, complex assessment, assistive technology and home modifications.
Clinic and Mobile Appointments: Appointments are available at our accessible Findon clinic and in homes, schools and community settings across metropolitan Adelaide.
Individualised Support: Assessment, therapy and recommendations are based on each person’s abilities, priorities, environment and goals.
Neuroaffirming Practice: We recognise and respect different ways of thinking, communicating, learning and experiencing the world. Our approach focuses on understanding the person and supporting meaningful participation rather than expecting everyone to function in the same way.
Practical, Everyday Focus: Our occupational therapists focus on real-life activities and practical outcomes that matter to the person and their family.
Multidisciplinary Team: Our occupational therapists can work collaboratively with our physiotherapists, speech pathologists and Allied Health Assistants where coordinated support is beneficial. Meet our allied health team.
Inclusive Services: We welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities. Our Findon clinic is designed to be a safe and inclusive space for clients and families. Learn more about our LGBTQIA+ inclusive services.
Meet our Occupational Therapists
Renee Romeo (she/her)
Clinical Director/Senior Occupational Therapist
Renee has 18 years experience working as an OT with paediatric clients. She works with children with Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, developmental disorders, genetic disorders, learning difficulties and other developmental areas. As our Clinical Director, Renee provides guidance and training to our therapists and is the first point of call to answer any clinical enquiries from clients, parents and other informal and formal supports. Outside work Renee enjoys cycling, surfing and spending time with her family.
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Age Groups: Children
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, functional capacity assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Autism
ADHD
Learning difficulties
Developmental disorders
Genetic disorders
Deborah Harvey (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Deb is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience across clinical, leadership, and management roles. Her background includes work in acute and subacute health, disability, medico-legal, vocational rehabilitation, mental health, and teaching. She has worked in both public and private sectors and is passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through evidence-based practice. Outside of work, Deb enjoys gardening, horse-riding, the beach, and spending time with her family and friends.
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Deborah provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Northern, Western & Eastern suburbs
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI & cerebral palsy
Chronic & genetic conditions: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, POTS
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Mental Health Conditions
Dementia & Aging
Sonja Kumar (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Sonja has over 15 years of experience as an occupational therapist, including five years working within the NDIS. She has extensive expertise in completing functional capacity assessments for adults with a wide range of diagnoses, from neurological conditions to intellectual and psychosocial disabilities. Sonja has experience supporting people with conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, dementia and autism. Outside of work, she enjoys baking, reading and spending time at the park.
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Sonja provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology & manual handling assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Dementia
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Mental Health Conditions
Jessamy Blair (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Jessamy has 10 years of experience working as an occupational therapist in community settings with NDIS participants. She has a strong interest in supporting adults with neurological conditions and has worked predominantly with individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI). Jessamy also has experience supporting people with intellectual and psychosocial disabilities and spinal cord injuries to improve their independence and participation in everyday activities. She has completed trauma-informed training focused on developing interoceptive awareness and helping people better recognise and respond to their internal body signals.
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Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Adelaide central & eastern suburbs, Adelaide Hills
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Gabrielle Brunton (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Gabi completed a Bachelor of Health Science in 2020 and a Master of Occupational Therapy in 2022. She has gained experience working across both hospital and community settings. Gabi is passionate about improving access to health services in regional and rural communities and supporting people to participate in activities that are meaningful to them. She enjoys working collaboratively with clients to understand their individual priorities and develop practical strategies that support their goals. Outside of work, you’ll find Gabi at the beach, spending time with her family and kelpie, or enjoying cooking.
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Gabrielle provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults & Teenagers
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Dementia & Aging
Mental Health Conditions
Jessica Ciarla (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Jess has over 11 years experience in acute, rehabilitation and community settings working with adults with a range of diagnoses including orthopaedic/vascular conditions, geriatric conditions, neurological disabilities and a range of medical and surgical conditions. Jess has a great interest and passion to work with NDIS participants and support them to achieve their goals and develop new skills and greater independence to maximise their health and wellbeing throughout daily life. In her spare time, Jess enjoys spending time with her family and friends and is a mum to two young daughters.
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Jessica provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Dementia & Aging
Nikki Flanagan (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Nikki has over 15 years of experience as an occupational therapist, primarily in complex rehabilitation. She has worked across acute, inpatient rehabilitation, day rehabilitation and community settings, supporting people with neurological, physical, age-related and degenerative conditions. For the past two years, Nikki has supported adults within the NDIS. She has extensive experience in complex assistive technology prescription and home modifications, helping clients improve their safety and independence at home. Outside of work, she enjoys being a mum to two energetic children and spending time at the beach.
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Neurological disorders, stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s, cerebral palsy
Physical condition: amputations
Dementia and Aging
Intellectual DisabilitiesFunctional Capacity Assessments
Home and Safety Assessments
Assessment and prescription of complex Assistive Technology (e.g., mobility scooters, manual wheelchairs, hi-lo beds, lift and recline chairs, mobile shower commodes)
Assessment and recommendations for Minor and Complex Home Modifications
Home and Living Reports (SIL, SDA, and ILO for NDIS participants)Neurological rehabilitation (upper limb therapy, electrical stimulation, cognitive retraining)
Goal directed interventions to build everyday living skills and enhance engagement in meaningful activites
Amy Daymond (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Amy graduated from Flinders University with a Master of Occupational Therapy in 2021. She has four years of experience working in community-based private practice, primarily supporting participants through the NDIS. Amy has also worked with clients accessing Home Care Packages, Department of Veterans’ Affairs funding, Return to Work programs and Disability Support for Older Australians. She enjoys working collaboratively with clients to provide practical support tailored to their individual needs and goals. Outside of work, Amy enjoys op shopping, discovering new foodie spots and walking with her partner and their energetic Border Collie.
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Amy provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Barossa Valley, Gawler, northern and metropolitan suburbs of Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, Intellectual disabilities, down syndrome and learning disorders)
Physical and neurological disabilities (stroke, ABI, MS, MND, CP, Post-Polio and Parkinson’s)
Psychosocial disabilities (GAD, BPD, schizophrenia, OCD and major depressive disorder)
Tracy Goh (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Tracy graduated from the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) and has four years of experience in community-based private practice. She has supported clients through the NDIS, Return to Work, Home Care Packages, the DHS Equipment Program and DVA. Before becoming an occupational therapist, Tracy completed qualifications in engineering, computer science and business administration, bringing a broad problem-solving perspective to her practice. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and creative hobbies including sewing, painting, crochet and candle making.
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Tracy provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Adelaide Hills, southern suburbs and inner metropolitan suburbs
Therapy Services: Functional capacity assessments, assistive technology, complex seating, home modification assessments, manual handling and ongoing therapy services.
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and learning disorders)
Genetic disorders
Physical and neurological disabilities (stroke, brain and spinal cord injury, MS, cerebral palsy & Parkinson’s Disease)
Mental health conditions
Aging and dementia
Chris Kopsaftis (he/him)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Chris completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at the University of South Australia. He has worked across metropolitan and regional South Australia and remotely in the Northern Territory, supporting people with physical, cognitive and psychosocial needs. His experience includes ongoing therapy, complex home modifications and assistive technology prescription to improve independence, safety and confidence. Chris provides holistic, person-centred support to NDIS, My Aged Care, DVA and private clients. He has experience working across the lifespan, from children aged six through to older adults in their nineties.
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Chris provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Adolescents/Adults
Service Locations: Metropolitan suburbs of Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling, home modification assessments and daily living supports.
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, FASD, Intellectual disabilities, down syndrome and learning disorders)
Physical and neurological disabilities (Dementia, Stroke, ABI, MS, CP, Muscular Dystrophy, Huntington’s and Parkinson’s Disease)
Psychosocial disabilities (BPD, OCD, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
Katherine Banning (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Katherine is an experienced occupational therapist who graduated in 2007 and has worked extensively across NDIS, DVA and SAHA settings. She supports adults with neurological conditions, physical and cognitive disabilities, mental health conditions, ageing-related needs and complex care requirements. Katherine has particular expertise in functional capacity, home and living, home modification and assistive technology assessments. She is also experienced in prescribing wheelchairs, mobility aids, scooters and personal care equipment, with additional training in wheelchair prescription, home modifications and stair lifts.
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Age Groups: Adults Service
Locations: Findon Clinic & throughout metropolitan Adelaide Therapy
Services: Functional capacity, assistive technology, manual handling & home modification assessments, capacity building
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurological disorders: stroke, TBI, MS, Parkinson’s disease, SCI, dementia & cerebral palsy
Autism
Intellectual Disabilities
Dementia & Aging
Palliative Care
Mental Health Conditions
Anna Temme (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Anna is a Senior Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience across public health, private practice and community settings. She has supported people of all ages with diverse physical, cognitive, functional and psychosocial needs, including extensive experience with NDIS participants. Anna provides functional capacity assessments, tailored therapy and assistive technology prescription to support independence and quality of life. Her collaborative, person-centred approach helps clients feel comfortable and supported throughout their therapy journey.
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Anna provides comprehensive functional assessments and tailored therapeutic interventions designed to enhance independence, confidence, and quality of life.
Her areas of expertise include Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs), Assistive Technology prescription, and collaborative support planning with clients, families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to create practical and sustainable outcomes.
Elise Vaughan (she/her)
Occupational Therapist
Elise is a compassionate Occupational Therapist with experience supporting children and adults with varied disabilities, including complex trauma. She provides 1:1 assessment and intervention, conducts formal and informal assessments, and supports families through parent and carer education. Elise has undertaken further professional development in areas including toilet training and mental health. She creates neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed environments where young people feel safe, supported, and understood. Outside of work, she enjoys Pilates, wakeboarding and catching up with friends and family.
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Elise provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children & Adults
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, functional capacity assessments, sensory processing assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Neurodivergent Support (including autism, ADHD, PDA, sensory processing disorders)Developmental difficulties
Intellectual disabilities
Mental Health
Dominque Sherratt (she/her)
Occupational Therapist
Dominique is an occupational therapist with experience across the disability and community sectors. She supports people to build independence, choice and meaningful participation through a client-centred, neuroaffirming and trauma-informed approach. Dominique works collaboratively with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams to identify strengths, reduce barriers and support participation at home and in the community. She has managed complex caseloads across regional and metropolitan South Australia, with a focus on NDIS supports, functional capacity assessments and capacity-building interventions.
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Dominque provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Paediatrics and Adults
Service Locations: Based in Findon office, provides services in home and school environments across Northern and Western suburbs of Adelaide.
Therapy Services: Functional capacity assessment, ongoing occupational therapy intervention across home, school and community environments.
Clinical Expertise In: Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, Intellectual disabilities and learning disorders)
Trauma informed care
Family coaching
Caitlyn Yeo (she/her)
Occupational Therapist
Caitlyn graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) from the University of South Australia in 2021. She has experience supporting children across clinic, school, home, and community settings. Caitlyn is passionate about helping children feel confident and capable in their everyday routines, with particular interest in sensory processing, emotional regulation, daily living skills, and social participation. She is dedicated to providing individualised, neurodiversity‑affirming, trauma‑informed support in collaboration with families, educators, and other professionals.
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Caitlyn provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children & Adolescents
Service Locations: Clinic, home, and school visits across Adelaide (including western, inner northern and eastern suburbs)
Therapy Services:
Comprehensive Occupational Therapy intervention
Standardised and observational assessments
Functional capacity assessments
Sensory processing assessments
School consultation, observation, and program planning
Caregiver education and strategy development
Clinical Expertise In:
Autism & Neurodivergent Support
ADHD
Sensory Processing Differences
Emotional Regulation
Developmental delays
Trauma-informed practice
Social Participation & Peer Relationships
Daily Living & Independence Skills
School Readiness & Participation
Family-Centred & Strengths-Based Practice
Emily Ielasi (she/her)
Occupational Therapist
Emily is an Occupational Therapist dedicated to helping children build independence, confidence, and participation in everyday activities. She has experience in both clinic and school settings, supporting children to develop motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, social participation, and emotional regulation. Currently completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Autism Studies at Griffith University, she continues to expand her expertise in inclusive education, neurodiversity, sensory and behavioural supports, and person-centred practice. Emily has also completed training in attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.
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Emily provides support across the following:
Age Groups: Children
Service Locations: Findon Clinic & northern and western suburbs
Therapy Services: Ongoing therapy, functional capacity assessments, sensory processing assessments
Clinical Expertise In:
Autism, ADHD, Sensory processing and regulation
Emotional wellbeing
Developmental difficulties
Trauma-Informed Practice
Neurodivergent Support (including PDA, sensory processing disorders)
Social Participation & Peer Relationships
Self-Regulation & Coping Strategies
School & Community Integration
Brenton Kiesau (he/him)
Occupational Therapist
Brenton is an Occupational Therapist who completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) in 2021. He also holds qualifications in mechanical engineering, bringing a strong technical and practical perspective to his clinical practice.
Brenton delivers community-based assessments and interventions across NDIS and support at home settings. His experience includes functional capacity and home and living assessments, assistive technology prescription, complex seating, minor and complex home modifications, cognitive and home safety assessments, and activities of daily living capacity building.
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Age Groups: Adults
Service Locations: Community-based services across metropolitan Adelaide
Therapy Services: Functional capacity assessments, home and living assessments, assistive technology trials and prescription, complex wheelchair seating, home modifications, home safety assessments, cognitive screening, ADL capacity building, rehabilitation and return-to-work support.
Clinical Expertise In:
Physical and neurological disabilities (Dementia, Stroke, ABI, MS, CP, Muscular Dystrophy, Huntington’s and Parkinson’s Disease)
Psychosocial disabilities (BPD, OCD, schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder.
Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ASD, ADHD, FASD, Intellectual disabilities, down syndrome and learning disorders)
Adriana Sapio (she/her)
Senior Occupational Therapist
Adriana has 13 years of experience as an occupational therapist across residential care and community paediatric settings. She has worked both as an occupational therapist and a vision assistive technology specialist, developing strong experience in supporting people with vision-related needs. Adriana also has extensive experience working within the NDIS and providing practical, individualised support based on each client’s needs and goals. She values helping people build independence and participate more confidently in everyday activities. Outside of work, Adriana enjoys travelling, hiking, climbing and drawing.
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Adriana provides support across the following areas:
Age group: Adults
Service locations: Metropolitan Adelaide and the Southern Fleurieu
Therapy services: Functional capacity assessments and adult vision support
Clinical experience:
Neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, Down syndrome and learning disorders
Vision and hearing impairments, with basic Auslan skills
Dementia and ageing-related needs
Adult Vision Support
Adriana can support adults with vision impairment through:
Building independence in everyday activities at home and in the community, including cooking and shopping
Functional vision assessments
Strategies to make the most of residual vision
Vision training and compensatory techniques
Functional capacity assessments
Assistive technology assessments and training
Support to use mainstream technology, including phones and computers
Support to use specialised technology, including electronic magnifiers and screen-reading programs
Linking clients with other appropriate services, such as orientation and mobility instructors
Occupational Therapy Adelaide FAQs
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, contact our friendly team on 0474 248 081 or email enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com
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An occupational therapist helps people participate in everyday activities. They assess the person, the activities they need or want to complete and the environments in which those activities occur. Support may include therapy, practical strategies, equipment, environmental changes or recommendations for additional assistance.
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We provide occupational therapy for children, teenagers, adults and older adults. The availability of individual services depends on the person’s needs, location and the expertise required.
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You generally do not need a medical referral to access privately funded or NDIS occupational therapy. A referral may be required when using a particular funding program, such as an eligible Chronic Disease Management plan.
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Yes. Our occupational therapists provide appointments in homes, schools and community settings across metropolitan Adelaide. Adult mobile services are also available in selected Adelaide Hills locations.
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Yes. We provide occupational therapy at our accessible clinic at 184 Findon Road, Findon. The clinic includes a rehabilitation gym and dedicated paediatric therapy spaces.
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Yes. We provide therapy, assessments, assistive technology services, home modification assessments and reports for NDIS participants.
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Yes. Our occupational therapists complete Functional Capacity Assessments for children and adults. We also complete psychosocial Functional Capacity Assessments and selected Home and Living assessments. Learn more about Functional Capacity Assessments.
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Yes. Occupational therapists can assess, trial and recommend equipment where it is clinically appropriate. This may include daily living aids, transfer equipment, seating, wheelchairs, mobility scooters and other assistive technology.
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Yes. We provide home modification assessments for changes that may improve safety, accessibility and independence. Our occupational therapists also complete complex home modification assessments where specialist expertise is required.
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We accept NDIS funding, Support at Home, DVA, private health insurance, private funding, eligible GP referrals and selected other funding arrangements. Please contact us to confirm your individual funding circumstances.
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Adults can complete our adult referral form, while parents and carers can use our paediatric referral form.
You can also call 0474 248 081, email enquiries@thrivehealththerapies.com or complete our online enquiry form.
Additional Services We Offer
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Our speech pathology services support clients of all ages to improve communication, feeding and swallowing function. We help with speech clarity, language development, social communication, and safe eating through personalised therapy and practical, goal-focused strategies.
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Our physiotherapy services support clients of all abilities to improve movement, manage pain, and build physical capacity for daily life. We help with strength, balance, mobility, and rehabilitation through personalised treatment plans and hands-on support.
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Our Allied Health Assistants support clients to carry out therapy programs that build strength, improve mobility, and enhance daily function. Working under clinician supervision, they help you stay active, practise therapy tasks, and work toward your goals with consistent, hands-on support.
Learn more about our Allied Health Assistant services.
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