Is Naturaliste Occupational Therapy a registered NDIS provider?

Naturaliste 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 Naturaliste Occupational Therapy provide?

Naturaliste Occupational Therapy provides Occupational Therapy, Autism Assessment and ADHD Assessment.

Which areas does Naturaliste Occupational Therapy cover?

Naturaliste Occupational Therapy is based in Dunsborough, WA.

How do I connect with Naturaliste Occupational Therapy?

You can call +61 468 475 438 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

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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Our approach

Occupational therapy at Naturaliste is centred on your values and goals, building on your strengths and resources while supporting engagement in activities that increase wellbeing and life satisfaction. The service takes an evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach and specialises in areas including sensory processing, emotional regulation, executive functioning, independence building, and social participation. Sessions work with your team—your family, NDIS supports, and medical team—to create a coordinated care experience. The provider works across home, community, school, and online via telehealth to meet you where you are. Whether addressing daily routines, managing anxiety, or developing study and work skills, the focus remains on helping you build the life you want to live.

Working with families

Family involvement is central to the service model. The provider works with your team—including your family, NDIS supports, and medical team—to ensure coordinated, joined-up care. Parents and carers are invited to contact the service directly with referrals or questions, and the therapist communicates with you about your child's progress, goals, and what you're seeing at home. This partnership approach means your observations and insights shape the direction of therapy, and you're supported to understand and reinforce the strategies being developed.

Meet the team

Sally Coombs is the occupational therapist providing services. She has been a practising occupational therapist since 2002 with extensive experience in mental health and disability for both children and adults. Sally is fully registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of the Occupational Therapy Association (OTA), holding qualifications including a master's in public health and a Bachelor of Science degree.

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