Author name: My Therapy Place

Leaving hospital is often a relief – but it can also be daunting. Suddenly, the safe environment of the hospital is replaced with the reality of home, where stairs, bathrooms, and daily routines can feel overwhelming. At My Therapy Place, we support smooth hospital-to-home transitions so people can recover safely and confidently. The Challenges of […]

Caring for a loved one is one of the most generous and loving roles anyone can take on – but it can also be one of the hardest. Carers often juggle work, family, and personal commitments on top of providing daily support. It’s no wonder that carer stress and burnout are so common. At My

If you’ve ever applied for NDIS funding – or supported a loved one through the process – you’ve probably come across the term Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA). For many people, the words alone can feel overwhelming. What does it actually involve? Why is it so important? And how can you make sure the report reflects

Every parent wants their child to feel confident, capable, and happy in their daily life. But sometimes kids and teens need extra support to get there – and that’s where paediatric and adolescent occupational therapy comes in. At My Therapy Place, we see children and young people as whole individuals, not just their diagnosis or

When people first hear the word Occupational Therapist (OT), they often imagine it’s about finding someone a job. In reality, it’s much broader (and much more exciting!) than that. Occupational therapy is about helping people live as independently and meaningfully as possible – whether that’s getting dressed, preparing meals, going to work, or participating in

One of the things we love most about being Occupational Therapists is seeing how the right piece of equipment – no matter how big or small – can completely change someone’s life. Assistive Technology (AT) isn’t just about gadgets and devices. It’s about freedom, dignity and enabling someone to continue to do things that matter