Is Chris Dove Occupational Therapy a registered NDIS provider?

Chris Dove Occupational Therapy is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. They may still support plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants — contact them to confirm.

What services does Chris Dove Occupational Therapy provide?

Chris Dove Occupational Therapy provides Occupational Therapy.

Which areas does Chris Dove Occupational Therapy cover?

Chris Dove Occupational Therapy is based in Subiaco, WA.

How do I connect with Chris Dove Occupational Therapy?

You can call +61 8 9389 7719 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

What ages does Chris Dove Occupational Therapy work with?

Services are provided to children and adolescents from kindy through year 12 (approximately age 4–18 years).

What does a paediatric OT actually help with?

Common areas include handwriting and fine-motor skills, sensory sensitivities, daily routines (dressing, eating, sleep), coordination, and self-regulation.

Do we need a referral?

Not to see an OT privately. A GP referral and care plan are required only to access Medicare rebates or certain funded pathways.

Can OT be funded by the NDIS?

Yes, typically under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living when it aligns with your child's plan goals.

How is OT different from physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy focuses on gross-motor movement and physical function; OT focuses on participation in everyday tasks, including fine-motor, sensory, and self-care skills.

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What Chris helps with

Initial Occupational Therapy Assessment

Comprehensive, evidence-based assessments including parent interview, standardised assessments, clinical observations, and feedback. Duration: 1–1.5 hours for Kindy to Pre-Primary; 2 hours for Year 1–12.

Individual Therapy (1:1)

Generally 45-minute sessions tailored to support emotional and sensory regulation, social skills, attention and executive functioning, handwriting and hand function, gross motor development, and self-care skills. Available in clinic, school, home, or telehealth formats.

School-Based Services

Allied health and therapeutic services delivered directly within a school setting to support students with disability, developmental differences or learning difficulties. This model reduces disruption to schooling and allows therapists to collaborate with teachers in the child's natural learning environment.

Group Programs

Therapy delivered to small groups of children or adults with similar goals, allowing participants to practise skills, build connections and learn from shared experiences. Groups are facilitated by a qualified therapist and can cover areas such as social skills, emotional regulation or anxiety management.

NDIS Services

Help navigating the NDIS — finding and connecting with the right service providers, understanding a plan, managing budgets and ensuring supports are working together effectively. A support coordinator acts as a guide and advocate to help participants get the most from their funding.

Parent Support & Coaching

45-minute sessions providing practical strategies to support parents with toileting, sleep, emotional regulation, behaviour, and routines.

Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)

A comprehensive assessment — typically conducted by an occupational therapist or allied health professional — that evaluates how a person's disability or health condition affects their ability to carry out daily tasks. The report is used to determine NDIS funding needs and plan appropriate supports.

SCSA Application Support

Support for families and schools with SCSA applications, including functional impact reports and recommendations for adjustments for students with dysgraphia or handwriting difficulties.

Our approach

Sessions are individualised to your child's needs and may take place in the clinic, at school, at home, or via telehealth. The provider uses evidence-based assessments and therapy to support motor skills, handwriting, hand function, attention, emotional regulation, social skills, and independence. They also offer small, therapist-led group programs with engaging, interest-based themes where children practise real-life skills in a fun, structured environment alongside peers. The focus is on building confidence and helping children succeed at school, develop independence, and participate in everyday life.

Working with families

Parents are involved from the outset, with an interview conducted during the initial assessment to understand your child's background and needs. The provider offers dedicated parent support and coaching sessions (45 minutes) covering practical strategies for toileting, sleep, emotional regulation, behaviour, and routines. Collaboration with families is emphasised throughout assessment and therapy, and the provider works alongside schools and families to ensure consistency between home and school environments.

Meet the team

The team includes Chris Dove and Melissa Dove as directors, four senior and graduate occupational therapists (Shae Drayton, Abby Brierly, Megan Pope, and Sydney Rafferty), two additional occupational therapists (Brianna Cooper and Fletcher Enman), and Tyler Hughes who is an occupational therapy assistant and administrator. All are qualified occupational therapists or assistants, though specific experience details beyond their roles are not provided on the website.

Your first visit

The initial occupational therapy assessment includes a parent interview, standardised assessments, clinical observations, and feedback with recommendations. The appointment duration depends on your child's age: 1 to 1.5 hours for kindy and pre-primary students, and 2 hours for year 1–12. The assessment covers key areas such as motor skills and coordination, hand function, handwriting, attention, executive functioning, sensory processing, emotional regulation, social skills, and daily living skills. A comprehensive report is provided along with verbal feedback to guide your next steps.

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