Occupational therapy in Brisbane
About
English ⊹ Cantonese ⊹ Mandarin
At Brighten Therapy, we believe every child deserves the chance to shine in their own way. Based in Brisbane, we offer mobile paediatric occupational therapy services that support children, teens, and young adults to build the skills they need to thrive at home, school, and in the community.We take a family-centred, play-based, and strengths-focused approach to therapy — helping children grow in independence, confidence, and wellbeing. Whether it’s learning to tie shoelaces, manage emotions, improve focus, or feel more confident in social situations, we’re here to support each step of the journey.Our services are grounded in family collaboration, cultural sensitivity, and personalised care. We welcome families from all backgrounds and proudly support clients in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Services
⊹ Funding & Rebates Made Simple ⊹
At Brighten Therapy, we aim to make accessing therapy as smooth and stress-free as possible. We welcome NDIS self-managed and plan-managed participants, Medicare and Private Health Insurance.
⊹ Conditions We Commonly Address ⊹
⊹ Autism Spectrum Disorders
⊹ Developmental Delay
⊹ Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
⊹ Sensory Processing Disorder
⊹ Cerebral Palsy
⊹ Down Syndrome⊹
⊹ Learning Difficulties
⊹ Fine and Gross Motor Skills Delays
⊹ Emotional and Behavioural Challenges
⊹ Mental Health Challenges
And More
⊹ Ages ⊹
Early Years
Ages: 2-7 years
A playful, supportive stage focused on helping young children engage in daily routines, develop early communication, and build social skills. We work closely with families and educators to support prep/kindy readiness and early regulation skills.
Primary Years
Ages: 8-12 years
Therapy supports children to build confidence at school, manage emotions, make friends, and participate more independently in daily life.
Teen Years
Ages: 13–17 years
A time of identity, growth and increasing independence. We help teens navigate emotional, social and daily life challenges while preparing for adulthood.
Young Adult
Ages: 18-25 years
We support young people transitioning into adulthood with skills for independent living, further education, work, and participation in the community.
What we can support with
✧ Daily Living and Self-Care Skills
Mealtime, daily routines, dressing, toileting, personal hygiene, and building independence in everyday tasks
✧ Play and Social Skills
Age-appropriate developmental play skills, understanding social cues, flexible thinking, and building friendships
✧ Fine Motor Skills
Handwriting, using scissors, cutlery, and tools, shoelacing
✧ Gross Motor Skills
Whole-body movement, coordination, posture
✧ school and learning skills
classroom participation, school readiness, support with transitions,and following instructions
✧ Visual Perception
Eye-hand coordination, visual tracking, and organising visual information for learning and play
✧ Sensory Processing
Understanding sensory needs, managing sensory sensitivities, and developing sensory regulation strategies
✧ Executive Functioning Skills
Problem-solving and planning, and organisation for daily tasks and learning
✧ Emotional Regulation
Managing big feelings and behaviours, developing self-awareness and coping strategies, encouraging emotional resilience
✧ Self-Regulation & Routines
Managing transitions and changes, building consistent daily routines and structure
Young adult life skills
⊹ Independent living skills (cooking, cleaning, shopping)
⊹ Money management and budgeting
⊹ Planning and managing routines
⊹ Using public transport and navigating the community
⊹ Support with study, work readiness, and volunteering
⊹ Setting and working towards personal goals
⊹ Building self-advocacy and decision-making skills
⊹ Support with social relationships and boundaries
⊹ Emotional wellbeing and mental health strategies
⊹ Home & Living assessments (e.g. SIL, ILO)
⊹ Transition planning and future goal setting
Functional Capacity Assessments
A functional capacity assessment (FCA) is a type of evaluation conducted by our occupational therapists to determine an individual’s ability to perform activities related to their daily living. The assessment typically involves a series of assessments and interviews that assess an individual’s physical, cognitive, and behavioral abilities, as well as any limitations or challenges they may face. The goal of an FCA is to identify an individual’s functional capabilities, as well as any areas where they may require additional support or accommodations to perform daily activities safely and effectively.The outcome is a detailed, personalised report that can be used to guide therapy planning and support NDIS funding applications or reviews — ensuring the individual has the right resources to thrive in daily life.
Developmental Assessments
Developmental assessments are designed to gain a clear understanding of a child’s growth and progress across key developmental areas. These assessments help identify any challenges or delays in skills such as movement, play, emotional regulation, social interaction, and everyday tasks — all in relation to what’s expected for their age.Whether you're seeking clarity on developmental concerns or support for an NDIS application, our assessments are conducted in a calm, child-friendly approach that empowers families with understanding and direction.
Contact Us
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about our services, want to discuss your child’s needs, or are ready to book an appointment — we’re here to help.
