Get Started
Start Your Child's Therapy Journey
We make the intake process simple and welcoming. Complete the form below or read on to learn what to expect.
How It Works
From first contact to regular therapy sessions, here's your step-by-step guide.
Get in Touch
Call us, send an email, or fill out our enquiry form. We'll have a brief chat about your child and your concerns.
Intake & Paperwork
We'll send you intake forms to complete. Share any relevant reports from paediatricians, schools, or other therapists.
Initial Assessment
Meet with your therapist for a comprehensive assessment. We'll get to know your child through play-based activities.
Goal Setting
Together, we'll develop personalised therapy goals based on the assessment and your family's priorities.
Begin Therapy
Regular therapy sessions begin! We'll keep you updated on progress and adjust goals as your child grows.
Begin Your Child's Therapy Journey
Complete this form to register your interest in therapy services. We'll follow up with you to discuss your child's needs and book an initial assessment.
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What to Bring
Having these items ready helps us provide the best possible care from day one.
Relevant Reports
Paediatrician assessments, school reports, previous therapy reports
NDIS Plan (if applicable)
Your child's NDIS plan including funding categories and plan manager details
Support Network Info
Contact details for school, childcare, or other professionals involved
Comfort Items
A favourite toy or snack to help your child feel comfortable at our clinic
Payment & Funding Options
We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS funding, Medicare, and private payment. Our admin team can help you understand your options.
NDIS
We work with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. We are not a registered NDIS provider.
- Plan-managed and self-managed funding welcome
- Invoices and documentation to support your claims or plan manager
- Support with plan reviews
Medicare
Eligible children can access rebates through a Chronic Disease Management Plan (CDM) or Mental Health Care Plan.
- Up to 5 allied health sessions per year
- Requires GP referral
- Gap fee may apply
Private Pay
Self-funded appointments are welcome. We provide invoices for private health insurance claims.
- Flexible scheduling
- No referral required
- Health fund rebates may apply
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about starting therapy
Based on 6 reviews from Google
Sarah M.
2 months ago
"The whole team has been amazing with our son. He's so much more confident now and actually enjoys going to therapy! The therapists are patient, creative and genuinely care about every child."
David L.
3 months ago
"Finally found a clinic that really understands our daughter. The communication between OT and Speech is seamless. We've seen incredible progress in just a few months."
Priya R.
1 month ago
"We've seen such great progress with handwriting and regulation. The strategies work at home and school. Highly recommend Hop & Learn to any family in the west!"
Sarah M.
2 months ago
"The whole team has been amazing with our son. He's so much more confident now and actually enjoys going to therapy! The therapists are patient, creative and genuinely care about every child."
David L.
3 months ago
"Finally found a clinic that really understands our daughter. The communication between OT and Speech is seamless. We've seen incredible progress in just a few months."
Priya R.
1 month ago
"We've seen such great progress with handwriting and regulation. The strategies work at home and school. Highly recommend Hop & Learn to any family in the west!"
