Autism Services (NDIS)

Forbes Care Occupational Therapy provides autism-informed, neuro-affirming Occupational Therapy services for participants funded through the NDIS. We support autistic individuals to build functional capacity, regulation, confidence, and participation across home, school, work, and community environments.

NDIS participants • Plan-managed • Self-managed • Support Coordinators welcome

Who This Service Is For

  • Autistic children and adolescents
  • Autistic adults seeking support in daily living and participation
  • Participants experiencing challenges with sensory regulation, emotional regulation, routines, ortransitions
  • Families and carers seeking practical, strengths-based strategies
  • Support Coordinators requiring clear, NDIA-aligned assessments and reports

We tailor therapy to the individual — not a diagnosis — and work at a pace that feels safe, respectful,and meaningful.

What Autism Occupational Therapy Involves

Autism Occupational Therapy at Forbes Care focuses on functional outcomes and participation, not behaviour suppression or compliance.

  • Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
  • Sensory processing and regulation support
  • Emotional regulation and coping strategies
  • Executive functioning and routine development
  • Daily living skills (self-care, independence, transitions)
  • Home, school, workplace, and community participation
  • Assistive technology and environmental supports where appropriate

NDIS Autism Supports & Reporting

Our autism occupational therapy services are delivered under NDIS Capacity Building supports and aligned with NDIA expectations

  • Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
  • Progress reports and goal reviews
  • Capacity Building supports
  • Clinical recommendations with clear justification
  • Collaboration with families, schools, and support coordinators

Our Occupational Therapists complete functional assessments for autistic NDIS participants to support funding decisions, goal development, and plan reviews.

Our Neuro-Affirming Approach

  • We do not aim to “fix” or mask autism
  • We respect neurodivergent identity and communication styles
  • We focus on understanding, regulation, and capacity building
  • Goals are aligned with what matters to the participant and their family

Areas We Support

We provide autism occupational therapy services across the Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Caboolture, North Brisbane, Moreton Bay and surrounding regions.

Autism & NDIS – Frequently Asked Questions

Can autism occupational therapy be funded through the NDIS?

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Yes. Autism OT can be funded under NDIS Capacity Building supports.

Do you complete Functional Capacity Assessments?

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Yes. We complete FCA reports for autistic NDIS participants.

Do you support autistic adults as well as children?

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Yes. Supports are individualised across the lifespan

Get Started With Autism Occupational Therapy

Our friendly admin team will confirm eligibility, discuss referral pathways, and guide you through next steps

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To book an appointment with an occupational therapist, please call 07 5220 8909 or submit a referral form below.

General Practitioners can send referrals to:
Email: hello@forbes.care
Fax: 07 5302 6482
Address: Shop 15/102 Burnett St, Buderim

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