Caloundra · Adult OT
Kayla
Occupational Therapist
Kayla supports adults across the Sunshine Coast with practical Occupational Therapy for safety, independence and participation at home and in the community.
Occupational Therapy
Telehealth OT for assessments, reports and therapy when online delivery fits the referral.
Telehealth Occupational Therapy is most useful when the work is assessment, report writing or ongoing therapy that does not depend on measuring the home environment or trialling equipment in person.
- Talk through whether online support is the right fit first
- Technology, support person and clinical context are checked before the next step
- Avanti confirms when in-person care is the better option
Clinicians
Meet the clinicians for Telehealth Occupational Therapy.
Start with the people behind the service. Avanti publishes approved profiles here as clinician bios and photos are supplied.
Cheltenham · Paediatric, cognitive and mental health OT
Joanne
Occupational Therapist
Joanne supports clients through trauma-informed and neuro-affirming OT at Cheltenham, by telehealth, and in home or community settings.
Caloundra · Paediatric and aged care OT
Lin
Occupational Therapist
Lin supports children, young adults, neurodivergent clients and older adults with strength-based OT for everyday independence, participation and confidence.
Who this is for
Adults, NDIS participants and referrers who need an OT assessment, report or therapy input that may be suitable to complete online.
Avanti confirms whether it is the right service, which funding may apply, where sessions can happen, and what to do next.
- Functional Capacity Assessments and report writing where telehealth is suitable
- Ongoing therapy for daily living and participation goals
- Home modifications and equipment trials directed to face-to-face where possible
Telehealth suitability
Online OT is useful when the task fits the setting.
Avanti's adult OT guidance is deliberately practical: telehealth can be a strong option for assessments, reports and some ongoing therapy, but it should not be used to shortcut work that needs the clinician in the home or with equipment in front of them.
Often suitable online
Assessments, reports and therapy planning
Functional Capacity Assessments, report writing, plan-review documentation and ongoing therapy can often be considered for telehealth when the referral context, documents and goals fit.
Usually better face to face
Home modifications and equipment trials
Home modifications and equipment prescription usually need face-to-face assessment where possible so the environment can be measured, safety checked and equipment trialled properly.
Send the enquiry with the referral context and Avanti will confirm whether telehealth is suitable before any appointment is discussed.
What to send first
One message, fewer phone calls - what to include.
Include whether this is for an FCA, report or ongoing therapy, plus funding details, location, current reports and whether face-to-face may be needed.
- Whether the request is for an FCA, report, ongoing therapy, equipment or home modification advice
- Participant location, funding type and plan management details
- Existing reports, support coordinator details and preferred delivery setting
Questions
Telehealth OT questions
They should usually be directed to face-to-face assessment where possible. The clinician needs to measure the environment, check safety and understand the physical setup before recommendations are made.
Equipment prescription often needs face-to-face input where possible so equipment can be trialled and fitted safely. Avanti can use the enquiry to confirm the right setting first.
Functional Capacity Assessments, report writing and ongoing therapy can often be considered for telehealth when the referral context fits.
Home modifications and equipment prescription usually need a face-to-face assessment where possible so the clinician can measure the environment, check safety and trial equipment.
Yes. Include the participant goals, plan management type, current reports, location and whether the request is for an assessment, report, therapy, equipment or home modification advice.
Start with an enquiry. Avanti will confirm the service, location, funding option, and whether an appointment or class is the right next step. Asking doesn't commit you to anything.
Many people use NDIS, a Medicare referral, DVA, WorkCover, aged-care funding or private funds. Which applies depends on your situation and the service - tell Avanti what you have and they'll confirm it with you.
Fees depend on the service and your funding pathway. Tell Avanti your funding type in the enquiry and they'll explain the relevant costs up front.
Next step
Ask about telehealth OT
Include whether this is for an FCA, report or ongoing therapy, plus funding details, location, current reports and whether face-to-face may be needed.
Telehealth Occupational Therapy
Share the assessment, report or therapy need and Avanti checks whether telehealth is clinically suitable.
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Tell Avanti what's going on. Who needs support, where, and the main concern - in your own words.
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Avanti comes back to you. The team confirms the right service, clinician and funding option before any appointment is set.
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You decide. Asking doesn't commit you to anything.
Useful details
- Whether the request is for an FCA, report, ongoing therapy, equipment or home modification advice
- Participant location, funding type and plan management details
- Existing reports, support coordinator details and preferred delivery setting