Inspire and Thrive Occupational Therapy

14/03/2025

Thank you for your raw words Hugh. 💕
The Resilience Project

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06/11/2024

Too good not to share. 💗

👍Accommodations make a difference! We love this infographic from The Chronically Resilient OT.

"I tried to capture visually the difference that accommodations can make. When we go through our days, lots of niggly things that seem small can build up and mean that one more demand can result in overwhelm. With accommodations, things are still there in the background but supports are in place and so the same demand won't have the same impact.
This is highly simplified and of course on different days different factors can have more or less of an impact, but hopefully you find it useful."

12/02/2024

Wow, I can't believe it's been a whole year since I opened my Occupational Therapy business! Looking back, it's been quite the journey of building relationships with clients and their care teams. I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve my community and positively impact people's lives. Here's to many more years of helping others reach their full potential!"

04/02/2024

Welcome to Inspire and Thrive Occupational Therapy!

I specialise in providing holistic and effective Occupational Therapy services to meet the unique needs of individuals and their care team. I believe in collaborating with clients, care teams, and professionals to develop personalised treatment plans that cater to their needs and goals. Every achievement, no matter how small, is worth celebrating as it signifies progress towards overall well-being.

One of my passions lies in working with the Autistic community, helping individuals to thrive and lead fulfilling lives. I understand the importance of recognising each person's strengths, abilities, and barriers and how these can impact mental health and progress. That is why I am genuinely interested in addressing mental health aspects, such as anxiety, depression, and social isolation, which frequently pose challenges for Autistic individuals.

Through our shared efforts, I aim to assist clients in identifying and implementing strategies that align with their values and suit their individual approaches. We focus on cognitive skills, executive function, and mindfulness to develop practical techniques that can be confidently applied in real-life situations.

I feel grateful for the opportunity to closely collaborate with individuals, their families, and support networks to promote positive change. Inspiring individuals who may often feel like they don't "fit in" to take ownership of their mental health, pursue their desired lives, and thrive in their chosen occupations is incredibly rewarding.

I am excited about the chance to meet you soon!

28/11/2023

Wonderful news!
Coles has recently extended their quiet hours from 6 to 7pm, Monday to Friday! We want to express our gratitude for considering the needs of individuals who may find sensory input overwhelming. The community deeply appreciates such thoughtful accommodations.
https://www.colesgroup.com.au/media-releases/?page=coles-expands-quiet-hour-in-supermarkets-nationwide-to-increase-accessibility-for-customers-

Back to News Coles expands Quiet Hour in supermarkets nationwide to increase accessibility for customers  Reduced sound has been extended for customers from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, Monday through Friday at Coles stores nationally. 15 November 2023 Coles has expanded its low-sensory shopping experience .....

22/10/2023

It's OT week!

We're celebrating how our roles as Occupational Therapists facilitate the participation and community interactions of others. As a profession, we collaborate with many groups and communities to benefit individuals and society as a whole.

How have the OTs in your life supported you to engage in your community?

17/09/2023

We've rebranded to provide more transparent services to those in the Moreton Bay Region.
Our services stay the same!

18/05/2023

A growth mindset is so important for mental health and wellbeing. Remember to celebrate the wins no matter how small. If you’re finding it hard, please reach out. We’re hear to remind you of how far you’ve come already.

05/04/2023

Wishing all of our Inspire and Thrive Allied Health families a relaxing and safe Easter break.
We'll be closed from April 7th to 10th, returning to appointments on April 11th 2023.

30/03/2023

Inspire and Thrive Allied Health is closed today, March 31st 2023, as we're celebrating the life of a long-time client.
We'll be back on Monday, 3rd April.
We appreciate your understanding.

14/02/2023

First day open and I get the treat of having my nails done by Lityle Miss 6 💕

Little does she know that we’re working on fine motor control, crossing the midline, and hand eye coordination (amongst other things) to support her handwriting development. Who said building our skills has to be boring?!?

Bonus, was that the nail polish peels off so could be easily removed before the next appointment.

09/02/2023

Welcome to Inspire and Thrive Occupational Therapy!

We're a small business with big dreams, goals, and the utmost respect for providing quality care and service.

Inspire and Thrive Occupational Therapy was established in 2023 to bring Occupational Therapy to those in the Moreton Bay region, with a dream for additional therapies in the future. We deliver a range of individualised services for people across the lifespan and for all disabilities, using a holistic approach to inspire people to live their best lives and thrive in their chosen occupations. We feel grateful to be working so closely with individuals, their families and support networks to promote positive change.

Arlena Farley, the Occupational Therapist, has a positive, kind approach and appreciates that each person has unique strengths, abilities, and barriers. She is passionate about celebrating each achievement towards a goal, regardless of size.