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A warm, helpful space created to support OTs, allied health partners and anyone wanting to better understand community-based OT.
Here you’ll find practical insights, reflections, career guidance and supportive resources written from real lived experience working with adults across Greater Brisbane.
If you’re exploring meaningful work, curious about community OT, or simply looking for clarity in your next step, you’re in the right place.
Lisa Nguyen
Hi, I’m Lisa. I founded Strive to Thrive Therapy with the goal of creating meaningful, balanced community OT work. These articles explore purpose, wellbeing and career growth for OTs. I hope they help you reflect on what you need next in your journey.
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These articles support OTs at all stages of practice, early career, mid-career or senior, with reflections, clarity and meaningful next steps.
All are written in a warm, grounded voice, with a focus on wellbeing, growth and purpose.
How to Make NDIS Therapy Less Overwhelming: A Simple Guide for Families
Starting NDIS therapy can feel confusing, especially if you’re new to the system. Many families say the same thing: the therapy itself is fine, it’s the process around it that…
When Everyday Activities Become Hard: Early Signs That OT Support May Help
It can be hard to know the right time to get an Occupational Therapist involved. Most people wait until something big happens like a fall, a hospital stay or a…
Understanding Functional Capacity Assessments: What They Are and How to Prepare
A Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) helps you and your OT understand what daily tasks feel easy, what feels hard, and what supports may help you live safely and independently. If…
How Occupational Therapy Helps Adults Stay Independent at Home
Staying independent at home is important for confidence, safety and quality of life. Many adults start to notice that daily tasks feel harder or less safe, especially after a fall,…
What a Community OT Actually Does During a Home Visit
When an OT comes to your home, it can feel a bit unknown at first. Many people wonder what will happen, what questions they will be asked, and what the…
Thinking About Your Next Step as an OT?
If you’re exploring purposeful work with real support, our Work With Us page outlines what it’s like to be part of the Strive to Thrive Therapy team.
We’re always looking to connect with OTs who value balance, learning and meaningful work.
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