Riverland Allied Health Support
Allied Health Support Services in the Riverland
Local OT and counselling for NDIS participants and private clients across the Riverland. We come to your home, school, and community.
Submit a ReferralMeet the TeamAllied Health Services in the Riverland
Occupational Therapy
Sensory support, fine motor skills, daily living, and school participation for children and young people.
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Paediatric OT
Play-based therapy for children aged 3 to 18 with autism, ADHD, sensory needs, and developmental differences.
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Functional Capacity Assessments
Thorough FCAs for NDIS applications and plan reviews, conducted in your home or community.
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Counselling
Anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence, grief, and trauma support for children, teens, and families.
Learn more →Consistency Builds Trust
Your child sees the same therapist every session. We build real relationships, not rotating rosters.
Submit a ReferralNDIS Allied Health Support for Children and Young People Across the Riverland
We work with NDIS participants across the Riverland, from Renmark and Berri to Loxton, Barmera, Waikerie, and the communities in between.
Most of our clients are children aged 5 to 17 with autism, ADHD, sensory processing challenges, developmental delay, or emotional regulation difficulties. We also support young adults working toward independence, and adults needing Functional Capacity Assessments for NDIS reviews.
If your child has an NDIS plan, or you're working toward one, we can walk you through how funding works for OT and counselling.
Why Riverland Families Choose Our Local Allied Health Team
There are providers out there. But there aren't many who can offer what we do - local, face-to-face, joined-up OT and counselling, in the places where daily life actually happens.
Same Therapist, Every Time
Your child works with the same person every session. That consistency builds real trust - and it matters a lot for children who find new people difficult.
We Come to You
No driving to Adelaide. No clinic waiting rooms. We bring support to your home, your child's school, or the community.
OT & Counselling Together
Our OT and counsellors share strategies and coordinate support. The joined-up approach makes everything more effective.
Stretch Your NDIS Funding
Allied Health Assistants carry strategies forward between sessions. More hours of support from your Capacity Building budget.
Local Team, Local Knowledge
We're not a national franchise. We're local, we know the schools and communities, and we're invested in the Riverland.
School Partnerships That Work
We coordinate with schools across the Riverland to schedule sessions during the day and share strategies with teachers and support staff.
The Team Behind S&C Allied Health
Local therapists. Real relationships. When you submit a referral, you're not getting a call centre - you're getting Dylan, Emma, or Gemma. People who know the Riverland and invest in the children and families they support.
Emma
Occupational Therapist
Riverland OT specialising in paediatric sensory integration, fine motor development, and NDIS functional assessments. Emma comes to your home, school, or community.
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Dylan
Director & Counsellor
Co-founder and counsellor working with children, teens, and young adults on anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence, and trauma. Dylan brings a background in youth work and community connection.
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Gemma
Counsellor
Counsellor supporting children, teenagers, and adults through anxiety, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. Gemma creates a calm, non-judgmental space wherever you feel most comfortable.
About Gemma →A Dedicated Sensory Play Space in the Riverland
Our Berri clinic includes a purpose-built sensory space - not a clinic room with a few foam blocks, but a full therapeutic environment. Colourful tumble mats, aerial swings, a climbing wall, balance beams, and soft play equipment, all designed specifically for OT with children.
Clinic sessions complement home and school visits, giving children a consistent, stimulating space where they can push limits safely and build confidence through movement and play.
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How Mobile Therapy in the Riverland Works
Getting started with us is straightforward. Four steps from first contact to ongoing support.
Submit a Referral
Use our online form or give us a call. Tell us about the participant, what support they need, and where they are in the Riverland. We take it from there.
We Get in Touch
Our team reviews the referral and contacts you, usually within a few business days, to talk through the next steps and confirm how the NDIS plan covers support.
We Plan the Support Together
We work with you, the participant, and their family to understand goals and priorities. Then we schedule sessions at the most useful time and place.
Therapy Starts
Sessions begin. We track progress against NDIS goals, keep you in the loop, and provide reports for plan reviews. If anything needs adjusting, we adjust.
Occupational Therapy and Counselling Across the Riverland
We travel across the Riverland to deliver face-to-face support. Our current service area includes:
- Renmark - OT and counselling at home, school, and in the community
- Berri - NDIS occupational therapy and counselling for children and young people
- Loxton - Mobile allied health support and school-based sessions
- Barmera - OT and counselling at home, school, and in the community
- Waikerie - OT, counselling, and Functional Capacity Assessments for NDIS participants
- Paringa, Murtho, and surrounding areas - contact us to confirm coverage
If you're anywhere in the Riverland region and need OT or counselling for an NDIS participant, get in touch. We'll let you know if we can get to you.
Does My NDIS Plan Cover This?
Our services are funded through your Capacity Building budget. Here's exactly which support categories apply - and what to do if you don't have a plan yet.
Capacity Building - Improved Daily Living
Covers:
- Occupational Therapy
- Paediatric OT
- Functional Capacity Assessments
- Allied Health Assistants
Capacity Building - Improved Health & Wellbeing
Covers:
- Counselling for children & teens
- Counselling for young adults
- Parent counselling support
No NDIS Plan Yet?
That's fine:
- Private clients are welcome
- An FCA can support your access request
- We'll guide you through the process
Not sure which category applies to your plan? Give us a call - we're happy to help you work it out.
Ready to get started? We'd love to hear from you.
Submit a ReferralOccupational Therapy, NDIS Counselling, and Mobile Support - All in One Riverland Team
Occupational Therapy in the Riverland
We help children and young people build the everyday skills they need - getting dressed, managing sensory challenges, developing fine motor control, and keeping up at school. Our OT works at home, at school, and out in the community.
- Fine motor and coordination development
- Sensory integration support
- Daily living and self-care skills
- Functional Capacity Assessments (NDIS)
- In-home and school-based sessions
Learn more about Occupational Therapy
NDIS Counselling for Children, Teens, and Families in the Riverland
Anxiety, big emotions, social difficulties, confidence, grief, trauma - our counsellors work with children, teens, young adults, and parents. We bring the session to wherever your child or young person feels most comfortable.
- Anxiety and emotional regulation support
- Social confidence and connection
- Trauma and grief support
- School-based counselling sessions
- Psychosocial disability support
Mobile Allied Health Across the Riverland
One of the biggest barriers to getting support in the Riverland is the travel. We remove that barrier by coming to you. Sessions happen in the environments where children actually live and learn - home, school, and community.
- Home visits across the Riverland
- School-day sessions in Renmark, Berri, Loxton, and beyond
- Community-based training and independence support
- Allied Health Assistants to stretch your NDIS funding
Common Questions About Riverland Occupational Therapy and NDIS Counselling
Is occupational therapy and counselling covered by NDIS?
Yes. Occupational therapy is usually funded under Capacity Building, specifically Improved Daily Living. NDIS counselling often comes under the same category or under Improved Health and Wellbeing, depending on your plan. We can help you work out which supports fit your funding.
Do you come to us, or do we come to you?
We come to you. Sessions happen at your home, your child's school, or wherever is most comfortable and practical in the community. You don't need to travel anywhere.
Will my child see the same therapist every time?
Yes. We prioritise consistency. The same OT or counsellor attends every session with your child. This is especially important for children who take time to warm up to new people.
Can you work with my child's school?
Absolutely. School-based sessions and teacher collaboration are a core part of what we offer. We work with school leadership to schedule sessions during the school day and share strategies that help in the classroom.
How quickly can we start?
We'll be in touch after you submit a referral to discuss availability. We work hard to keep wait times down, and our Allied Health Assistant model means participants can often begin working on strategies sooner while OT session slots are confirmed.
What's the difference between occupational therapy and counselling?
Occupational therapy focuses on practical everyday skills like dressing, self-care, fine motor development, sensory regulation, and independence. Counselling focuses on emotional wellbeing including anxiety, emotional regulation, confidence, grief, trauma, and social connection. A lot of our clients benefit from both, and our team coordinates support across the two.
Do you need an NDIS plan to access services?
No. We welcome both NDIS-funded and private clients. If you or your child needs OT or counselling and don't have an NDIS plan, you can still access our services - contact us to discuss private rates and availability. If you're working toward an NDIS plan, a Functional Capacity Assessment from our OT can support your application or plan review.
Ready to Access Occupational Therapy and Counselling in the Riverland?
If your child or family member needs allied health support, don't wait longer than you have to. The Riverland now has a local team that comes to you.
Submit a ReferralPhone: 0438 462 379
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm