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Paediatric occupational therapy that helps children gain skills for everyday life, focusing on building independence, confidence, and resilience.
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28 Listed Paediatric Occupational Therapy Clinics in QLD (2026)
Compare provider contact details and availability status for clinics listed in QLD.
As of June 2026, 1 of 28 listed paediatric occupational therapy clinics in QLD report taking new clients, and 5 list NDIS funding. Counting short and medium waitlists, 2 clinics are listed as open to new clients. Availability is self-reported and can change — confirm directly with the clinic.
Paediatric OT in Across QLD at a glance
28 paediatric OT clinics listed in Across QLD.
2 open to new clients — status checked in the past 31 days
- 1 taking new now
- 5 accept NDIS
- 4 offering telehealth
- 7 offering home visits
A clinic with a short or medium waitlist is usually still accepting new clients — you join their list and start when a spot opens.
OTWaitlist provides general information about NDIS-aligned paediatric occupational therapy clinics. We're not a clinic and don't provide medical advice. Always speak directly with a qualified OT or GP about your child's specific needs.
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Finding paediatric OT support in QLD
Paediatric occupational therapy in Queensland supports children with a range of developmental, physical, and sensory needs. Families in this area often seek occupational therapy when their child is experiencing difficulties with everyday activities like self-care, school participation, fine motor skills, or managing sensory sensitivities. Some children benefit from support with coordination, handwriting, play skills, or adjusting to changes in their environment. If your child's GP or educator has suggested occupational therapy might help, you're taking an important step in exploring options.
When you start looking for an occupational therapist in Queensland, it helps to understand what the process typically involves. Most clinics will ask about your child's history, current challenges, and goals during an initial conversation. An occupational therapist will usually conduct an assessment to understand your child's strengths and areas where support could make a difference. From there, therapy is tailored to your child's specific needs and may happen in a clinic, school, or home setting depending on what suits your family.
Many families in Queensland access paediatric occupational therapy through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). If your child has an NDIS plan, occupational therapy can be included as a funded support. To find out whether your child may be eligible, speaking with your GP or contacting the NDIA directly is a good starting point. Some families also access therapy through private payment, Medicare rebates (with a GP referral), or school-based services.
When considering whether a particular clinic is right for your child, think about practical factors like location, appointment availability, and whether the therapist's approach aligns with your family's values. It's reasonable to ask about the therapist's experience with your child's specific needs, what assessment methods they use, and how they involve parents in the therapy process. Trust and communication between your family and the therapist matter significantly.
If you're having difficulty finding availability in your immediate area, occupational therapists in nearby suburbs may also be worth exploring. Surrounding areas often have additional clinics and practitioners who may have different wait times or availability.
OTWaitlist is a directory designed to help families navigate paediatric occupational therapy options across Queensland. You can use it to explore clinics in your area, compare what different services offer, and get a clearer picture of what's available to support your child.
| Clinic | Status | Reported wait | NDIS | Telehealth | Home visits | Ages | Last checked |
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| Access to Therapy | Waitlist | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Active Eight | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | children | — |
| Back2You Therapy | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | Yes | toddlers, teenagers | — |
| Beyond Occupational Therapy | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | Yes | — | — |
| Children’s Occupational Therapy | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | 0–18 | — |
| City to Sea Occupational Therapy | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | children | — |
| Cooee Speech Pathology | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | children | — |
| Fields Occupational Therapy | Currently full | — | — | — | — | infants, children | — |
| Flourish OT | Currently full | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| In Sync Therapy Hub | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | 0–18 | — |
| IOT | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | 0–18 | — |
| Kids Play | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Learn and Grow Therapies | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Little Souls Occupational Therapy | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | Yes | 0–8 | — |
| Little Sparrows Therapy | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Our Children's Occupational Therapy | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | Yes | — | — |
| Physio Inq | Status unconfirmed | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | toddlers, teenagers | — |
| Physio Inq | Status unconfirmed | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | toddlers, teenagers | — |
| Revival Health Occupational Therapy | Status unconfirmed | — | Yes | — | — | children, adolescents | — |
| Sarah's Physio To Go | Waitlist | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | children | 1 week ago |
| The Little OT Co | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | 0–8 | — |
| Therapy Plus FNQ | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | children | — |
| Toot Toot OT | Status unconfirmed | — | — | Yes | — | children | — |
| TOTS | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Townsville Paediatrics | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | 0–16 | — |
| Transforming Kids OT | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tyack Health | Taking new clients | — | Yes | — | — | children | 2 weeks ago |
| Xavier | Status unconfirmed | — | — | — | — | children | — |
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Status unconfirmed
Active Eight is a hub for therapy, community and fun, staffed by occupational therapists who encourage young people and their families.
Sensory Processing Occupational Therapy Social Skills Motor Skills
Status unconfirmed
Mobile paediatric occupational therapy and allied health support for children delivered in-home in Brisbane.
Sensory Processing Autism Fine Motor Occupational Therapy
Status unconfirmed
Beyond Occupational Therapy provides paediatric occupational therapy support for families across QLD. Listed services include occupational therapy, school visits, home visits, paediatric-ot. NDIS registration status not confirmed in the directory dataset.
Occupational Therapy School Visits Home Visits
Status unconfirmed
Children’s Occupational Therapy focuses on helping kids maximize their potential with specialist treatments that assist development and help them with everyday life activities.
Sensory Processing Autism Handwriting ADHD
Status unconfirmed
City to Sea Occupational Therapy offers mobile paediatric occupational therapy focusing on neurodivergent children and those with developmental delays.
Sensory Processing Autism Fine Motor ADHD
Status unconfirmed
Cooee Speech Pathology provides caring and professional occupational therapy for children in Brisbane north suburbs, focusing on developing skills important for daily activities, play, and emotional regulation.
Sensory Processing Handwriting Fine Motor Occupational Therapy
Currently full
Fields Occupational Therapy is a mobile paediatric occupational therapy practice servicing Brisbane West, Ipswich & Surrounds, offering personalized, evidence-based support tailored to the unique needs of children and their families.
Sensory Processing Occupational Therapy Play & Social Physical Skills
Currently full
Helping kids develop their School Skills including handwriting, cutting, and sensory processing.
Sensory Processing Occupational Therapy School Skills Self Care
Status unconfirmed
In Sync Therapy Hub® provides evidence-based sensory integration and neurodevelopmental practices, focusing on early intervention and building foundational skills for children.
Sensory Processing Early Intervention Occupational Therapy Sensory Integration
Status unconfirmed
Our occupational therapists specialise in supporting neurodivergent kids through play-based activities, relationship building, sensory exploration, and more!
Sensory Processing Occupational Therapy Play-based Therapy Sensory Integration
Status unconfirmed
Kids Play OT provides a flexible service to meet the needs of your child and family, offering therapy sessions in-clinic, at home, or online. The clinic features a safe environment with sensory gyms and therapy rooms.
Sensory Processing Autism Handwriting Occupational Therapy
Status unconfirmed
Our dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapists (OTs) help children develop the confidence and skills needed to engage in daily life, providing targeted interventions to support development.
Sensory Processing Occupational Therapy Sensory Speech Therapy
Status unconfirmed
Little Souls is a mobile paediatric occupational therapy service supporting children from 0-8 years old, focusing on family-centered approaches and evidence-based therapy.
Sensory Processing Early Intervention Developmental Delay Occupational Therapy
Status unconfirmed
We provide support to all of our patients with their Occupational Therapy needs. Our team has experience with emotional regulation disorders all the way through to equipment trials and functional assessments.
Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy Speech Therapy
Status unconfirmed
Supporting children to live an authentic and independent life by using their strengths, interests, and values to overcome challenges and develop daily living skills, social relationships, self-advocacy, and wellbeing.
Developmental Delay Occupational Therapy Neurodiversity Developmental Delays
Status unconfirmed
Physio Inq's paediatric occupational therapists support children and adolescents to build everyday skills for greater confidence and capability at home, school, and in the community. They provide in-home and telehealth therapy across Australia.
Sensory Processing Handwriting Fine Motor Occupational Therapy
Status unconfirmed
Staff provide high-quality mobile occupational therapy services to children with developmental conditions, sensory processing differences, and fine motor challenges, delivered at home, school, and in the community.
Sensory Processing Fine Motor Occupational Therapy Fine Motor Skills
Status unconfirmed
Natalie Evans provides occupational therapy that supports everyday functioning, builds capacity, and enhances participation in daily life for neurodiverse clients.
Sensory Processing Autism ADHD Occupational Therapy
Waitlist Status confirmed by clinic · Last checked 1 week ago
Paediatric Occupational Therapy supports children in developing the physical, emotional, social, and sensory skills they need to participate in everyday life.
Occupational Therapy Home Visits Mobile Services
Status unconfirmed
The Little OT Co is a private paediatric occupational therapy practice dedicated to early intervention, supporting young children of all abilities in achieving their goals through child-led, family-focused, and play-based occupational therapy.
Sensory Processing Fine Motor Early Intervention Occupational Therapy
Status unconfirmed
Therapy Plus offers occupational therapy and speech pathology services for children and adults, focusing on child development and social skills.
Early Intervention Occupational Therapy Speech Pathology Social Skills
Status unconfirmed
Toot Toot OT is a locally owned therapy service offering developmental support for children, teens, and families. Guided by over 20 years of experience, our services are flexible and tailored to meet unique needs.
Developmental Delay Occupational Therapy Developmental Support Telehealth
Status unconfirmed
Helping your child engage, participate and achieve in everyday activities.
Sensory Processing Occupational Therapy Daily Living Skills Motor Skills
Status unconfirmed
Townsville Paediatrics provides specialised healthcare for babies, infants, toddlers, and school-aged children, addressing a variety of issues including developmental and behavioral concerns.
Developmental Delay Paediatric Care Developmental Assessment Mental Health
Status unconfirmed
Transforming Kids OT Provides Occupational Therapy services to kids and parents in our state of the art clinic.
Sensory Processing Autism Occupational Therapy Sensory
✓ Taking new clients Status confirmed by clinic · Last checked 2 weeks ago
Occupational therapy provides support for children experiencing difficulties with everyday tasks.
Sensory Processing Occupational Therapy Sensory Integration Intervention
Status unconfirmed
Our dedicated and experienced team of occupational therapists work with children and young people with developmental delay, physical disability and congenital and genetic conditions.
Sensory Processing Fine Motor Developmental Delay Occupational Therapy
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Quick answers about Across QLD
Answered from the current directory snapshot — listings are self-reported and may change.
How many paediatric OT clinics are in QLD?
28 clinics are listed in QLD on OTWaitlist.
Which QLD clinics are taking new clients?
1 QLD clinic is listed as taking new clients. Counting short and medium waitlists, 2 clinics are listed as open to new clients. Filter by 'Taking new clients' above to see them.
Do paediatric OTs in QLD accept NDIS funding?
Yes — 5 of the 28 listed QLD clinics are listed as accepting NDIS funding.
Can I find telehealth or home-visit paediatric OTs in QLD?
4 clinics offer telehealth and 7 offer home visits in QLD.
How fresh is this QLD availability data?
Listings here are self-reported and sourced from public registers; check directly with the clinic before relying on availability.
Questions families ask in Across QLD
How long is the typical wait for paediatric occupational therapy in Queensland?
Wait times for paediatric OT in Queensland vary significantly depending on the service provider, location, and whether the child has NDIS funding. Public health services may have longer waits, sometimes several months, while private clinics may offer shorter timeframes. Contacting clinics directly for current wait estimates is recommended, as availability changes regularly. Urgent cases may be prioritised differently across services.
What does a first occupational therapy appointment involve for a child?
A first OT appointment typically includes an initial assessment where the therapist gathers information about the child's development, daily activities, and any concerns. The therapist observes how the child plays, moves, and interacts. Parents are usually asked about the child's routines, strengths, and challenges at home and school. This information helps the therapist understand the child's needs and plan appropriate support.
How do I use NDIS funding for occupational therapy in Queensland?
To access OT through the NDIS, a child must first have an NDIS plan. Parents can contact the NDIA to discuss eligibility and apply for a plan. Once approved, the plan will outline funding allocated for therapy. Parents then choose registered NDIS providers offering paediatric OT services in Queensland. The NDIS website lists registered providers and explains the planning and funding process.
What services do paediatric occupational therapists in Queensland typically offer?
Paediatric OTs in Queensland commonly support children with fine motor skills, gross motor development, self-care routines, sensory processing, school readiness, and play skills. Services may include one-on-one therapy, group programs, school consultations, and home-based support. Some clinics offer assessments for specific concerns. The range of services varies between providers, so discussing a child's particular needs with individual clinics is helpful.
How do I know my child needs occupational therapy?
Signs a child might benefit from OT include difficulty with fine motor tasks like writing or fastening buttons, challenges with self-care routines, trouble with coordination or balance, sensory sensitivities, or difficulty participating in play and school activities. If parents have concerns about their child's development or functioning, speaking with a GP is a good first step. A GP can provide guidance and referrals if assessment is appropriate.
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Using NDIS funding for OT in QLD
Many Queensland families access paediatric occupational therapy through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Understanding your plan type helps you find suitable clinics.
NDIS plans come in three management types. Self-managed plans mean the family controls funding directly. Plan-managed plans use a registered plan manager to handle payments. NDIA-managed plans are administered by the National Disability Insurance Agency itself. Each type has different processes for paying therapists.
Occupational therapy typically sits within the "Supports for Daily Living" or "Core Supports" budget categories in NDIS plans, though this varies by individual plan. Some families also access therapy through "Improved Daily Living" or specialist disability support categories.
When contacting a clinic, ask directly whether they accept your specific plan type and management arrangement. Clinics can usually confirm this quickly. It's worth checking your NDIS plan documents to know your available budget and plan management type before making enquiries.
If you're unsure about your plan or eligibility, speaking with your NDIS planner or local area coordinator can clarify next steps.