Helen Walker Occupational Therapy

Helen Walker Occupational Therapy Helen Walker Occupational Therapy is a mobile disability services provider operating in the Southern Suburbs of Greater Brisbane.

Services are provided to privately funded and PLAN and SELF-managed NDIS clients from newborn to 65 years of age. Helen Walker Occupational Therapy is a mobile Occupational Therapy and Social Work services provider operating primarily across the Southern suburbs and South of Greater Brisbane, QLD. Our service delivery area includes city suburbs (incorporating inner North city suburbs), Redland Bay, Logan City, Richlands. Please contact directly for applications for service delivery outside of this area or check our website for service area map. Clinical supervision and mentoring is also offered face to face, on location and/or remotely. Tailored organisational training is also available to suit your team or organisation's learning needs. Services are delivered in community locations which could include: your home; Supported Independent Living accommodations; childcare; school; day service provider; shopping centre; vacation-care; equipment supplier or other identified community settings. Our team delivers services to clients from newborn to approximately 65 years of age across a wide range of disabilities and health conditions. Early childhood intervention and adolescent services are delivered across all functional impacts and diagnoses. Adolescent/adult services are primarily focussed on psychosocial disabilities and mental health needs, intellectual impairment, neurological conditions and emotional regulation and sensory processing needs. Our team has particular expertise in providing contributions for clients with (or requiring) Positive Behaviour Support Plans. We provide: assessment (including Functional Capacity Assessments and sensory processing recommendations); equipment (Assistive Technology) trial and prescription and also maintain a high focus on delivering ongoing therapy interventions and capacity building supports. At Helen Walker Occupational Therapy our philosophy is to assist you (or your family member/client) to do, be and become your truest self. And to foster a sense of belonging. Both as part of our community and within your own community and occupations (meaningful activities that we want or need to do). Our friendly team look forward to hearing from you with any enquiries. Please note that clients requiring minor home modifications can be supported by Helen Walker Occupational Therapy. However, complex home modifications are not currently an area of service delivery and Helen Walker Occupational Therapy works closely alongside local OT service providers for these needs as required. Helen Walker Occupational Therapy does not compile Positive Behaviour Support Plans and is not currently registered for delivery of NDIS supports under the 'Improved Relationships' category.

It has been soooo much fun spending time with and onboaring our new OT Jess.We can't believe it's been 4 weeks already! ...
28/02/2026

It has been soooo much fun spending time with and onboaring our new OT Jess.

We can't believe it's been 4 weeks already!

Thanks to all our clients and families who have had her shadowing sessions as part of her induction πŸ™Œ.

Say hi to Jess on her travels if you see her πŸŒˆπŸ‘‹.

Officially welcome to the HWOT family πŸ©·πŸ©΅πŸ’š.

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Happy Birthday, Krystal!Today we celebrate the steady, capable and quietly incredible woman who keeps so much of HWOT fl...
22/02/2026

Happy Birthday, Krystal!

Today we celebrate the steady, capable and quietly incredible woman who keeps so much of HWOT flowing behind the scenes.

Krystal brings a calm presence into the administrative space that allows everything to feel ordered and supported and her organisation, reliability and warmth are such a gift to our team.

Krystal, we hope your birthday is filled with good food, beautiful moments and time with the people you love most. You deserve to feel celebrated today and always! πŸ©·πŸ’™πŸ’š

Wishing the happiest of birthdays to our wonderful practice manager Yvette πŸŽ‚πŸ₯³.Yvette has been with us 4 years this year ...
15/02/2026

Wishing the happiest of birthdays to our wonderful practice manager Yvette πŸŽ‚πŸ₯³.

Yvette has been with us 4 years this year -during this time she has been such an incredible support to myself as the business owner, to our team and to our clients.

She is the literal glue behind the scenes, the strength for business support as an owner and the kind, practical responsive 'can do' for our team and clients.

We all adore the energy, joy and light that you bring into our lives and our work....and thank you for all that you do for us and our clients.

Plus, how could we do Social media reels without you! 🩷

Celebrating you today Yvette 🎈

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When diary planning goes old school!...3 laptops, 2 OTs, a practice assistant and some Butcher Paper πŸ’ͺπŸ–.Krystal, our awe...
11/02/2026

When diary planning goes old school!...3 laptops, 2 OTs, a practice assistant and some Butcher Paper πŸ’ͺπŸ–.

Krystal, our awesome practice assistant, hard at work today planning and booking in our new OT Jess' clients.

Nothing beats a bit of floor-time and body movement to change it up πŸ€—πŸ™Œ.

Sometimes it doesn't always fall to plan..... but know that as a mobile provider we do work super duper hard in the background to book appointments in the locations and times that meet our clients needs. And also to work within our therapist's lifestyles and chosen work routines.

Sometimes it is a good old game of Tetris on paper. There 'may' have been coffee out of shot β˜•οΈπŸ«’.


Such a special treat for OTs Helen and Jess to meet a client's horse this week.The absolute beauty of delivering OT in-c...
06/02/2026

Such a special treat for OTs Helen and Jess to meet a client's horse this week.

The absolute beauty of delivering OT in-community, the environments where some people need their support, meeting people where and how they feel comfortable to engage.

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We are so happy to welcome OT Jessica Panizzon to the Helen Walker Occupational Therapy team!Jessica brings a calm, cari...
01/02/2026

We are so happy to welcome OT Jessica Panizzon to the Helen Walker Occupational Therapy team!

Jessica brings a calm, caring, and genuinely client-centred approach to her work. She is passionate about supporting children and adults to participate meaningfully in everyday life - whether that’s at home, at school, or out in the community.

She loves working closely with clients, families, and support teams to create practical strategies that fit naturally into daily routines and real life.

With experience across paediatric, school, hospital, community, and mental health settings, Jessica supports clients of all ages and abilities always focusing on strengths, priorities, and what matters most to each individual. Her background in Psychology also reflects her strong commitment to mental health and holistic wellbeing.

Outside of work, Jessica enjoys spending time with her husband and children and staying active. Early mornings at the gym and time outdoors hiking, kayaking, or at park runs help keep her feeling balanced and energised.

We are so excited to have Jessica on board and can’t wait for our clients and families to meet her!

🩷🩡🩡 Welcome, Jessica. We’re so glad you’re here!

A quick note to our community that Helen Walker Occupational Therapy will be closed on Monday 26 January for the public ...
23/01/2026

A quick note to our community that Helen Walker Occupational Therapy will be closed on Monday 26 January for the public holiday.

We will reopen on Tuesday and look forward to connecting with you then.

As we move into the new year, and important changes and strengthening are made to Queensland Child Safety legislation, w...
14/01/2026

As we move into the new year, and important changes and strengthening are made to Queensland Child Safety legislation, we would like to take this opportunity to re-affirm our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of the children and young people we are privileged to work with.

At Helen Walker Occupational Therapy we are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where all children and young people are respected, valued, and protected from harm. We actively uphold the rights of children to feel safe and to be safe, to have a voice in decisions that affect them, and to access services that promote their wellbeing, development and strong sense of confidence.

We recognise and celebrate the rich diversity of cultures, language and traditions within our community including First Nations People, those with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ and those with diverse abilities. At our core we aim to provide a safe, inclusive space for all -embracing equity and cultural safety. We hold zero tolerance for abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

We continue to uphold this level of care, duty and commitment to ALL clients who interact with our service, regardless of age. But welcome and actively support these changes by the Queensland Government in regard to the safety of children and young people.

Today we are celebrating a very special milestone at Helen Walker Occupational Therapy. One wonderful year with our much...
12/01/2026

Today we are celebrating a very special milestone at Helen Walker Occupational Therapy. One wonderful year with our much-loved Senior Social Worker Rebecca!

From the very beginning, Bec has brought a rare blend of wisdom, warmth and genuine care into our team. She has an incredible ability to meet people where they are at, to hold space in the hard moments and to gently guide individuals and families forward with strong support, dignity, compassion and hope.

Bec works across all stages of life and has a special gift for navigating complexity with calm, advocating with quiet strength and creating connection so that no one feels alone on their journey. Whether supporting clients, mentoring others or delivering education and training within our community her work is always thoughtful, holistic and deeply values-driven.

Happy 1 Year HWOT-aversary Bec!
Thank you for the heart you bring, the wisdom you share and the difference you make every single day. We are so grateful for this past year and so proud to have you as part of the HWOT family πŸ©΅πŸ©·πŸ’™

We are pleased to share that our Senior Social Worker, Rebecca, will have capacity available from January and February. ...
07/01/2026

We are pleased to share that our Senior Social Worker, Rebecca, will have capacity available from January and February.

Rebecca works with both children and adults, supporting clients and families through a range of emotional, behavioural and psychosocial needs. With experience working within the NDIS partner organisations (LAC and ECEI), and in Queensland Disability Services, she has extensive experience working with clients, families and support teams with trauma experiences and complex support needs.

Rebecca works closely alongside families, support coordinators and multidisciplinary teams to ensure support is practical, collaborative and aligned with each client’s individual goals.

If you are a potential client, family, support coordinator or referrer seeking social work support in the new year, we welcome enquiries and referrals.

Please complete our Referral Form here:
https://helenwalkerot.com/referral-form/

Or reach out to our admin team at support@helenwalkerot.com

03/01/2026

Sunscreen can be a surprisingly big barrier for some children and adults, especially for those with sensory sensitivities around texture, smell or how products feel on the skin.

While enjoying a little downtime at our recent spa day, Helen took a moment to try the Barefoot Labs WhipScreen sunscreen mousses and was genuinely impressed! The texture is light, airy and soft on the skin, absorbs quickly and does not leave a greasy, white or sticky residue behind.

With the easy to spread and apply mousse-style, this is also a win for those with fine motor diffictulties and hand/upper limb pain/changes in function.

The scent options were another pleasant surprise. Whilst there are 4 scents in total, we chose 2 to sample. The Anti-Scent (unscented) version was light and not overpowering, with only the subtlest of smells. Helen’s favourite however was the Glazed Donut scent, which smells delicious and exactly like yummy sugared donuts 🍩🍭 .

From an OT perspective, products like this can make a real difference for clients who avoid sunscreen or experience distress when using this due to sensory sensitivies and preferences. When both the feel and smell are more tolerable, it can reduce distress, support independence and make everyday routines like sun safety much more achievable.

Sometimes small sensory-friendly changes can have a big impact!



Happy New Year 2026 πŸ₯³πŸ₯³πŸ₯³Wishing you a day of rest and rejuvenation....from a HWOT team who seem to be mainly poolside tod...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year 2026 πŸ₯³πŸ₯³πŸ₯³

Wishing you a day of rest and rejuvenation....from a HWOT team who seem to be mainly poolside today! πŸŠβ€β™€οΈπŸŒž

With love and all our hope for the new year,

Helen x

Address

PO Box 254
Coorparoo, QLD
4151

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+61493089393

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