Functional Capacity
Assessments
Structured, evidence-based NDIS FCAs for adults and children — anywhere in Australia. Every report personally written by Nisha Bal, Principal OT with 15+ years experience.
Is telehealth rigorous enough for an NDIS FCA?
Yes. We use internationally validated tools including the WHODAS 2.0, COPM, PHQ-9, GAD-7, Katz ADL and Lawton iADL, alongside pre-assessment questionnaires, document review and clinical interview. Many functional difficulties are not visible in a single clinic appointment — they show up in daily patterns, which our structured telehealth process is specifically designed to capture.
My situation is complex — can you handle it?
Nisha has 15+ years of clinical experience with neurodivergence, psychosocial disability, chronic illness, and physical conditions — often in combination. If your case falls outside what we can properly support via telehealth, we will tell you before you commit. We would rather point you elsewhere than provide an assessment that does not properly meet your needs.
Every FCA at Seeds OT is personally reviewed and signed off by Nisha. Interviews are conducted by experienced OTs within the Seeds team. Nisha selects the assessment tools, completes the clinical reasoning, and writes the final report for every case — without exception. Her clinical background covers neurodivergence, psychosocial disability, chronic illness and physical conditions across adults and children.
What to expect from first contact to completed NDIS-ready report.
Fill in the contact form and we will get back to you within one business day. We confirm whether we are the right fit for your situation before you commit to anything. If telehealth is not appropriate for your needs, we will say so clearly.
A structured online form capturing your background, goals and daily functioning across all relevant areas. Completed at your own pace from home. A support person, parent or carer can help if needed. This is one of the most clinically important parts of the process — the more honestly and fully it is completed, the richer the report.
Our questionnaire covers a comprehensive set of internationally validated tools. Nisha selects the most relevant ones based on your intake — WHODAS 2.0, COPM, PHQ-9, GAD-7, Katz ADL, Lawton iADL and others as appropriate.
An in-depth clinical interview via secure video or phone. Usually 60 minutes. We ask about daily routines, safety, functional variability, informal carer support, harder days, and what happens when support is not available. No travel. No clinic. The interview is focused because background information has already been gathered.
Nisha writes and signs off every report — integrating clinical interview, validated assessment results and supporting documents into a comprehensive, planner-ready FCA. The report explains functional impact, support needs, risk and recommendations in clear, NDIS-aware language. Linked to s.24 and s.34 of the NDIS Act.
A Seeds OT FCA report is not a template. It is a clinically reasoned document that explains your functional reality — clearly enough for planners, reviewers, therapists and families to understand and act on.
No surprises.
Fees published upfront. No hidden costs. No referral required. Self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants welcome.
- ✓Intake questionnaire and document review
- ✓Validated tools selected for your situation
- ✓Telehealth interview — usually 60 minutes
- ✓Comprehensive FCA report written and signed off by Nisha
- ✓Support recommendations with outcome tracking
- ✓Aligned to s.24 and s.34 of the NDIS Act
- ✓No referral required
- ✓Self-managed and plan-managed NDIS claimable
- ✓Adults and children · Anywhere in Australia
most providers?
Seeds OT is an independent practice, owned and run by an occupational therapist. There are no corporate shareholders, no franchise fees, no management layers to fund. Every dollar goes directly into clinical work. That is how we keep fees at the NDIS rate without compromising on quality or depth.
If you are unsure whether we are the right fit, contact us — we will tell you honestly before you commit to anything.
Adults and children applying for the NDIS who need clear clinical evidence of how disability affects everyday life.
Participants whose needs have changed and require updated functional evidence for a plan review or change of circumstances.
Neurodivergence, mental health, chronic illness, physical disability — individually or in combination. Often across multiple areas of daily life.
Assessment adapted to age and developmental stage, with input from parents, carers and schools where available and relevant.
Those supporting a family member who need a clear, clinical picture of what informal support is already being provided — and whether it is sustainable.
Referring a participant? Our reports are written to NDIS criteria, linked to functional domains, and designed to support planning conversations directly.
"I was hesitant that getting a Functional Capacity Assessment for less than $1,000 was possible — but it was 100% real and exactly as described. The whole process was smooth and straightforward."
"Fast turnaround, low cost and great communication. I am extremely impressed with the services provided. I wouldn't hesitate to request services again."
"Professional, thorough, and incredibly compassionate throughout the whole process. I couldn't recommend Nisha more highly."
Written by Nisha Bal. Find where you are in the process — and read what is most relevant to your situation.
before you book
Read the full guide to what an FCA is →
Read more about functional capacity vs diagnosis →
Read our full guide to telehealth FCAs →
Read the full preparation guide →
Read about the OT's role in FCAs →
Read more about FCA length and depth →
Read our full preparation guide →
Read how our FCAs support NDIS decision-making →
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