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Outcomes Therapy

Mobile Occupational Therapy Service
Brisbane: North of River to Bribie Island. Home, School and Childcare centres

Assessment, Goal setting, Intervention

13/09/2025

FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY ASSESSMENTS: What are they, and Do I need one?

A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) is an evaluation that measures an individual’s ability to perform daily tasks and activities, typically in relation to their physical, cognitive, or psychological functioning. It is commonly used in medical, educational, and workplace settings to assess how well a person can complete tasks required for independent living, employment, or participation in specific activities.

More recently, this has been requested by the NDIS to ascertain the levels of funding needed by an individual during the review process. You may need one if you have an upcoming assessment with the NDIS or wish to ask for increased or changed funding.

Looking to undertake the process? Connect with us today!

Visit us at https://bit.ly/41ePoC8

05/09/2025

ADOS 2 – Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule - what is it?

ADOS stands for Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule. ADOS is a standardised diagnostic test for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), originally published by Western Psychological Services (WPS) in 2000, and revised in 2012 to be the ADOS-2.

The ADOS-2 provides a highly accurate picture of current symptoms, unaffected by language. It is a standardised assessment of communication, social interaction, play, and restricted and repetitive behaviours in children and adult. It can be used to evaluate almost anyone suspected of having ASD—from 2-year-olds with no speech to adults who are verbally fluent, and is considered a gold-standard diagnostic tool.

The ADOS-2 is not required to make a diagnosis of autism; however the ADOS-2 can be a very useful means of identifying key features and traits of Autism that may not be observable within a brief session at the Paediatrician’s office. The current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) governs the criteria for making an autism spectrum diagnosis, which any Paediatrician or Psychiatrist can do using whatever methods they find effective.

Looking to undertake the process? Connect with us today!

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20/08/2025

Please look at the full reel linked below - beautifully encapsulates the thoughts I can't quite express at the moment after the Minister's announcements yesterday.

https://www.facebook.com/stories/122097617660405111/UzpfSVNDOjc3MDkzOTkxMjM2Nzc5NQ==/?view_single=1&source=shared_permalink&mibextid=XUfhQ2

13/08/2025

Today we get to celebrate our amazing Miss Kim for her Birthday! 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁

We hope your next lap around the sun is as awesome as you are!

12/08/2025

We accept Occupational Therapy referrals for children aged Birth - 13 with:

• Cerebral palsy
• Hypotonia
• Global Developmental Delay
• Genetic syndromes
• Delayed milestones
• Neurodevelopmental Conditions

Our fully accessible clinic is located at 3/1387 Anzac Avenue, Kallangur.

And we have some rare limited availability in clinic NOW.

A GP, paediatrician, or NDIS partner can refer — or contact us directly for advice on next steps.

11/08/2025

New Blog now live: Global Developmental Delay

"Global Developmental Delay" isn’t one-size-fits-all — it means a child is growing across many areas at their own pace. With the right support, children with GDD can build confidence, independence, and joy in everyday routines.

Want to understand what GDD really means — and how OT can help?
Read our latest blog: 🔗 in comments

04/08/2025

New Blog now live:

Polyvagal Theory: A lense for moving with the child in therapy.

In this blog we explore further therapy through a polyvagal lense, and why felt safety is the key to succeeding in therapeutic tasks.

Polyvagal Theory teaches us that safety is the gateway to connection, learning, and growth. As paediatric occupational therapists, our first job is to see the nervous system beneath the behaviour—and respond with attunement, flexibility, and compassion.

Moving /with/the client isn’t stepping back from the work, it /is/ the work.

30/07/2025

Celebrating all progress, big or small, is crucial for our kids! 🎉 It builds their confidence, motivates them to keep going, and teaches them to appreciate their efforts. Every step forward deserves recognition! Let’s make it a habit to celebrate achievements together, fostering a growth mindset in our little ones. 💪✨

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North Lakes, QLD
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http://www.outcomestherapy.com.au/

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