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Functional Therapy Co

1/429 Fitzgerald St, North Perth WA 6006

  • Clinic
  • Comes to you
  • Online sessions
  • NDIS registered
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About Functional Therapy Co

Functional Therapy Co is a boutique allied health provider established in 2022 that offers high-quality Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology services in the Perth metro area. They recognised burnout and lack of personalisation in the NDIS space and created a more flexible, inclusive and identity-centred approach to therapy, aiming to ensure each child receives quality care while promoting open communication and transparency.

What's offered

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Home or school visits

  • Clinic sessions

  • NDIS registered provider

    • Therapy

Services provided

Functional Therapy Co lists

Occupational Therapy
Client-centred health professionals who work with participants and families to achieve optimal functioning through participation in occupations of daily life. Services delivered in-clinic, mobile (home/school/daycare), or via telehealth.
Speech Pathology
Highly-trained health professionals who specialise in diagnosing, treating, and helping individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. Services delivered in-clinic, mobile, or via telehealth.
Allied Health Assistant Services
Allied Health Assistants deliver intervention programs under Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy supervision to provide higher intensity or frequency of capacity building supports.

Get to know Functional Therapy Co

From Functional Therapy Co's website.

  • Our approach

    Using a neuroaffirming and inclusive approach, therapy sessions are designed to be fun and playful, focusing on helping your child achieve optimal functioning through participation in daily life activities. Occupational Therapists work with families to support motor skills, emotional regulation, and interoceptive awareness, while Speech Pathologists diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders. Sessions take place in environments where your child feels most comfortable—at home, school, in the community, or via telehealth—with therapists collaborating closely with families to build confidence, self-identity, and independence in everyday activities.

  • Working with families

    The provider collaborates closely with families and their support networks to achieve meaningful outcomes, prioritising open communication and transparency in all interactions. Parents and carers are involved in therapy planning and progress, with the team committed to ensuring every family feels truly understood, valued, and empowered. For families across Australia unable to access local services, the provider offers telehealth support along with customised therapy plans that families can use between sessions. Contact is made through the admin team after referral processing to discuss your child's needs and arrange services that fit your family's circumstances.

  • Meet the team

    The team includes four Occupational Therapists (Keren van Rooyen, Kelsey Anderson, Jess Grenfell, and Harleen Dhammu) and two Speech Pathologists (Emily Mitchell and Ivana Kovatchev), all described as highly skilled and experienced. An Allied Health Assistant (Niah Panton) delivers intervention programs under therapist supervision to provide higher intensity or frequency of support. The administration team, led by Alyssa Whitley, coordinates referrals and scheduling. All team members are dedicated to providing personalised, neuroaffirming therapy with a focus on building meaningful connections and ensuring families feel heard and understood.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Functional Therapy Co a registered NDIS provider?

Yes — Functional Therapy Co is a registered NDIS provider, approved to deliver Therapeutic Supports. You can use NDIS funding for eligible supports.

What services does Functional Therapy Co provide?

Functional Therapy Co provides Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy.

Which areas does Functional Therapy Co cover?

Functional Therapy Co is based in North Perth, WA and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask Functional Therapy Co which areas they cover online.

How do I connect with Functional Therapy Co?

You can call +61 448 127 854, email them and visit their website.

What ages does Functional Therapy Co work with?

Functional Therapy Co works with children aged 0–18 years.Based on Functional Therapy Co's website

Do I need a referral to see a speech pathologist?

No referral is needed to see one privately. You only need a GP referral if you want to access Medicare rebates or are going through certain funded pathways.

Is speech therapy covered by the NDIS?

It can be, usually under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living, if it aligns with your child's plan goals. Check your plan or ask your support coordinator.

At what age should we see a speech pathologist?

There's no "too early." If you have concerns about your child's talking or understanding at any age, an assessment can clarify whether support would help.

How long are sessions and how many will we need?

Session length varies between clinics and services, so check it with the provider when you book. The number depends on your child's goals; the pathologist will recommend a plan after the initial assessment.

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