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Heartland OT

234 Gill St, Charters Towers City QLD 4820

  • Clinic
  • Online sessions
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About Heartland OT

Heartland Occupational Therapy provides occupational therapy services for Charters Towers and beyond. Their philosophy is to help clients "Be the best in physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual health."

What's offered

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Heartland OT lists

Occupational Therapy
General occupational therapy services for various conditions including ASD, arthritis, anxiety, and intellectual impairment.
Hand Therapy
Specialised hand therapy services available through WorkCover or equivalent insurance claims.
Functional Assessments
Functional assessments offered when funded through NDIS or HCP packages.

Get to know Heartland OT

From Heartland OT's website.

  • Our approach

    Heartland OT works from a holistic, strengths-based model that considers the whole person—physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual health—and understands how environment affects wellbeing. Sessions incorporate art therapy and play-based therapies as therapeutic tools. The practice views each child in the context of their natural, built and psychosocial environments, tailoring support to individual needs and family goals. Strong partnerships are formed with families to help achieve their therapy objectives.

  • Meet the team

    The practice includes two Occupational Therapists (one specialising in Early Intervention Paediatrics), a Clinical Assistant and an Administration Officer. The founder and Director, Shannon Smith, is a Registered Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience and advanced knowledge in home assessments. She is trained in Lymphoedema therapy and has established specialist clinics in Hand Therapy, Vascular and Lymphoedema services. Shannon holds qualifications from James Jackson University and is registered with AHPRA and Occupational Therapy Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Heartland OT a registered NDIS provider?

Heartland OT is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Heartland OT provide?

Heartland OT provides Occupational Therapy and Early Intervention.

Which areas does Heartland OT cover?

Heartland OT is based in Charters Towers City, QLD and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask Heartland OT which areas they cover online.

How do I connect with Heartland OT?

You can call +61 7 4787 7159 and visit their website.

What ages does Heartland OT work with?

The clinic provides OT services to children and young adults with disorders, delays and impairments, with one therapist specialising in Early Intervention Paediatrics.Based on Heartland OT's website

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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