Our story
& our values
An independent, therapist-led practice built around one belief — when people are given the right care and the right opportunities, they don't just manage. They flourish.
People-centred.
No corporate ownership. No franchise. No shareholders. Seeds OT is owned and run by an occupational therapist. Every dollar goes directly into care — not into management layers or profit margins.
We keep our fees reasonable so more people can access high-quality support. Our therapists are paid fairly, which means they can work at a sustainable pace and give their best to every family.
We see you. We listen to you. Whether we're supporting a child in their home or helping an adult navigate the NDIS, we start with the person — not the paperwork.
"Connection before correction."
Whether we're supporting a child to feel safe in their body, or helping an adult navigate the NDIS — we start with the person. Clear, honest, and genuinely human. When people feel understood, growth becomes possible.
everyone involved
Seeds OT is designed around a model that benefits families, therapists, and the broader system equally. That's not common in healthcare. We think it should be.
Receive thorough, compassionate, and affordable support. No rushed appointments, no templated reports. Therapy and assessments that actually reflect your situation.
Respected, valued, and paid fairly for their expertise. That means no overloaded caseloads, no burnout — and more time to truly listen to each person they support.
Used ethically and efficiently — directed straight into care. Not into management overhead, franchise fees, or shareholder returns.
One practice.
Seeds OT offers two distinct services — each with its own team, approach, and focus. Both are held to the same standard: honest, high-quality care.
for children
Children learn best in familiar environments. Our therapists come to your home, school, or kinder — wherever your child feels most comfortable. Sessions are relational, strengths-based, and nervous system informed.
- ASD, ADHD, sensory processing, emotional regulation
- Fine and gross motor skills, school readiness
- Parent coaching woven into every session
- NDIS and private families welcome
Assessments
Clear, evidence-based Functional Capacity Assessments for adults and children across Australia. Completed via telehealth. Every report written and reviewed by Nisha Bal, founder and Principal OT with 15+ years experience.
- NDIS applications, plan reviews, change of circumstances
- $969.95 total · most assessments · no hidden costs
- Aligned to s.24 & s.34 of the NDIS Act
- No referral required
different
Your funding isn't going to shareholders — it's going into care. No corporate owners, no franchise fees, no management layers to fund.
Our therapists are paid properly, so they can give their best. Sustainable workloads mean better outcomes for the families they support.
We keep costs reasonable so more people can access high-quality support — paediatric OT across Melbourne, and FCA anywhere in Australia via telehealth.
We see you, we listen to you, and we walk alongside you. Not just as service providers — as partners in your journey toward the right support.
Ready to get
started?
Whether you're looking for paediatric OT or a Functional Capacity Assessment — get in touch and we'll point you in the right direction.
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