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Sunshine Coast Occupational Therapy

Embracing every mind, nurturing every path

At Kalos Therapy, we embrace neurodiversity, providing tailored, strengths-based support for individuals of all abilities. 

We offer occupational therapy for individuals experiencing intellectual, developmental, social emotional, and mental health challenges. Kalos Therapy specialises in providing services to individuals between the ages of 7 – 21, however can provide services to those above the age of 3 and into adulthood. We cannot currently support aged care clients.

At Kalos Therapy, our intervention is both effective and enjoyable, fostering growth through play and creativity. 

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Kalos Therapy

Kalos Therapy is a neurodiversity-affirming therapy practice on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. We specialise in providing occupational therapy services for children, teens, and adults, with a focus on supporting individuals with learning challenges, intellectual disabilities, neurodivergence, and mental health needs. At Kalos Therapy, we believe in a strengths-based approach, where every person’s unique abilities are embraced and celebrated. 

Our mission is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where clients feel empowered to grow, learn, and thrive. We tailor our services to meet the specific needs of each individual, offering personalised support that builds confidence and fosters independence. Whether through play-based therapy for children or skill-building for teenagers and adults, we aim to make therapy engaging and meaningful. 

As a Sunshine Coast-based practice, we are dedicated to supporting our local community with compassionate and professional care. At Kalos Therapy, we understand that every journey is different, and we’re here to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges. With a team committed to acceptance, fun, and holistic well-being, we are excited to make a difference in the lives of our clients.

At Kalos Therapy, we believe in building skills through connection, fun, and understanding.

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Therapies and Assessments

Our team are passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, social emotional, and mental health challenges. We specialise in providing services to individuals between the ages of 7 – 21, however can provide services to those above the age of 3 and into adulthood.

 

Therapy Sessions

We can provide ongoing therapeutic intervention sessions in our Caloundra clinic, your home, in the Sunshine Coast community, or via telehealth (video chat or phone call). Read more about our intervention supports here. 

 

Assessments

Kalos Therapy offers a variety of assessments and reports, including:

  • Standard Occupational Therapy assessment 
  • Sensory Assessments 
  • Autism Assessments 
  • Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) 
  • Individualised Living Options (FCA+ILO) 
  • Supported Independent Living (FCA+SIL)
  • NDIS Access Assessments
  • Subsidised NDIS Access Assessments (coming soon) 

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  • Being an allied health professional is a strange mix of celebrating tiny wins, carrying big responsibilities, caring deeply about people, and somehow forgetting to drink the coffee you made three hours ago. So this is your reminder that you matter too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #alliedhealth #therapistlife #burnoutprevention
  • Me: finally feeling comfortable around someone new Also me: immediately says something so unhinged that I have to spend the next 10 minutes reassuring them I’m actually doing great #relatablehumour #adhd #neurodiversity #adhdlife #actuallyme
  • People often ask what I do for work. The answer is occupational therapist. But the longer answer is that I spend my days helping people feel seen, heard, understood, and supported. Some days that looks like helping someone understand themselves a little better. Some days it looks like celebrating a win that might seem tiny to everyone else but is actually huge. Some days it looks like listening, advocating, problem-solving, adapting, encouraging, or simply sitting alongside someone while things feel hard. I don’t always get to see the long-term impact of what I do. But every now and then someone says, “I’ve never thought about it like that before”, or “they’ve never done that before”, or “thank you for understanding”, and it reminds me why I love this work. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapylife #sunshinecoast
  • 😂 Somewhere between “new year, new me” and “why is it already June?” we all collectively lost the plot a little If you’ve spent the first half of the year overwhelmed, overstimulated, running on caffeine, or pretending your to-do list doesn’t exist… same. Here’s your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it just means you’re a human trying to survive in 2026 😅 #occupationaltherapy #ot #midyearcheckin #adulting #tiredpeopleclub
  • 💭 One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll hear in neurodiversity spaces is to use “non-demanding” or “declarative” language. But nobody really tells you what that means. At its core, declarative language is about sharing observations, information, or curiosity instead of giving instructions. It doesn’t mean never having expectations, it doesn’t mean letting people do whatever they want, and it definitely isn’t a magic script. It’s simply one way to reduce pressure and support autonomy. Sometimes the difference between: “Put your shoes on” and “Your shoes are by the door” isn’t about the action/task itself. It’s how the task feels. Changing up our language can sometimes make all the difference. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neurodiversity #pda #communication
  • Sometimes the most important preparation before working with children isn’t the session plan, the resources, or the coffee. It’s checking in with your own nervous system first. 🤍 Kids are constantly picking up on the energy around them. They notice our pace, our tone, our tension, and our calm, even when we don’t realise it ourselves. Not because we need to be perfectly calm all the time. Just because co-regulation starts with us too 🌿 #occupationaltherapy #ot #childdevelopment #regulation #neuroaffirming
  • Me: I should do that thing Also me: absolutely not #occupationaltherapy #adhd #neurodivergent #executivedysfunction #mentaloverload
  • Uni gave me the theory. My clients gave me perspective. They taught me that progress is often quiet. That play can hold so much learning. That people usually aren’t struggling “for no reason”. And that feeling safe and understood can change everything. The longer I do this job, the less I care about perfect behaviour, perfect sessions, or perfect outcomes. And the more I care about connection, flexibility, regulation, and helping people feel genuinely supported 💖 #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapistlife #therapy
  • I think a lot about how quickly we label kids as “distracted” or “unfocused” without stopping to ask whether the environment actually supports attention in the first place. Because attention isn’t just about trying harder 👀 It’s affected by sensory input, regulation, movement needs, stress, sleep, connection, predictability, and whether your nervous system feels safe enough to engage. A lot of kids are doing the best they can in environments that are genuinely overwhelming for them. And honestly? Most adults would struggle too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #childcare #emotionalregulation #adhd
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Being an allied health professional is a strange mix of celebrating tiny wins, carrying big responsibilities, caring deeply about people, and somehow forgetting to drink the coffee you made three hours ago. So this is your reminder that you matter too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #alliedhealth #therapistlife #burnoutprevention
Being an allied health professional is a strange mix of celebrating tiny wins, carrying big responsibilities, caring deeply about people, and somehow forgetting to drink the coffee you made three hours ago. So this is your reminder that you matter too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #alliedhealth #therapistlife #burnoutprevention
Being an allied health professional is a strange mix of celebrating tiny wins, carrying big responsibilities, caring deeply about people, and somehow forgetting to drink the coffee you made three hours ago. So this is your reminder that you matter too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #alliedhealth #therapistlife #burnoutprevention
Being an allied health professional is a strange mix of celebrating tiny wins, carrying big responsibilities, caring deeply about people, and somehow forgetting to drink the coffee you made three hours ago. So this is your reminder that you matter too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #alliedhealth #therapistlife #burnoutprevention
Being an allied health professional is a strange mix of celebrating tiny wins, carrying big responsibilities, caring deeply about people, and somehow forgetting to drink the coffee you made three hours ago. So this is your reminder that you matter too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #alliedhealth #therapistlife #burnoutprevention
Being an allied health professional is a strange mix of celebrating tiny wins, carrying big responsibilities, caring deeply about people, and somehow forgetting to drink the coffee you made three hours ago. So this is your reminder that you matter too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #alliedhealth #therapistlife #burnoutprevention
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Being an allied health professional is a strange mix of celebrating tiny wins, carrying big responsibilities, caring deeply about people, and somehow forgetting to drink the coffee you made three hours ago. So this is your reminder that you matter too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #alliedhealth #therapistlife #burnoutprevention
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Me: finally feeling comfortable around someone new Also me: immediately says something so unhinged that I have to spend the next 10 minutes reassuring them I’m actually doing great #relatablehumour #adhd #neurodiversity #adhdlife #actuallyme
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People often ask what I do for work. The answer is occupational therapist. But the longer answer is that I spend my days helping people feel seen, heard, understood, and supported. Some days that looks like helping someone understand themselves a little better. Some days it looks like celebrating a win that might seem tiny to everyone else but is actually huge. Some days it looks like listening, advocating, problem-solving, adapting, encouraging, or simply sitting alongside someone while things feel hard. I don’t always get to see the long-term impact of what I do. But every now and then someone says, “I’ve never thought about it like that before”, or “they’ve never done that before”, or “thank you for understanding”, and it reminds me why I love this work. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapylife #sunshinecoast
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😂 Somewhere between “new year, new me” and “why is it already June?” we all collectively lost the plot a little If you’ve spent the first half of the year overwhelmed, overstimulated, running on caffeine, or pretending your to-do list doesn’t exist… same. Here’s your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it just means you’re a human trying to survive in 2026 😅 #occupationaltherapy #ot #midyearcheckin #adulting #tiredpeopleclub
😂 Somewhere between “new year, new me” and “why is it already June?” we all collectively lost the plot a little If you’ve spent the first half of the year overwhelmed, overstimulated, running on caffeine, or pretending your to-do list doesn’t exist… same. Here’s your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it just means you’re a human trying to survive in 2026 😅 #occupationaltherapy #ot #midyearcheckin #adulting #tiredpeopleclub
😂 Somewhere between “new year, new me” and “why is it already June?” we all collectively lost the plot a little If you’ve spent the first half of the year overwhelmed, overstimulated, running on caffeine, or pretending your to-do list doesn’t exist… same. Here’s your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it just means you’re a human trying to survive in 2026 😅 #occupationaltherapy #ot #midyearcheckin #adulting #tiredpeopleclub
😂 Somewhere between “new year, new me” and “why is it already June?” we all collectively lost the plot a little If you’ve spent the first half of the year overwhelmed, overstimulated, running on caffeine, or pretending your to-do list doesn’t exist… same. Here’s your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it just means you’re a human trying to survive in 2026 😅 #occupationaltherapy #ot #midyearcheckin #adulting #tiredpeopleclub
😂 Somewhere between “new year, new me” and “why is it already June?” we all collectively lost the plot a little If you’ve spent the first half of the year overwhelmed, overstimulated, running on caffeine, or pretending your to-do list doesn’t exist… same. Here’s your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it just means you’re a human trying to survive in 2026 😅 #occupationaltherapy #ot #midyearcheckin #adulting #tiredpeopleclub
😂 Somewhere between “new year, new me” and “why is it already June?” we all collectively lost the plot a little If you’ve spent the first half of the year overwhelmed, overstimulated, running on caffeine, or pretending your to-do list doesn’t exist… same. Here’s your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it just means you’re a human trying to survive in 2026 😅 #occupationaltherapy #ot #midyearcheckin #adulting #tiredpeopleclub
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😂 Somewhere between “new year, new me” and “why is it already June?” we all collectively lost the plot a little If you’ve spent the first half of the year overwhelmed, overstimulated, running on caffeine, or pretending your to-do list doesn’t exist… same. Here’s your reminder that struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it just means you’re a human trying to survive in 2026 😅 #occupationaltherapy #ot #midyearcheckin #adulting #tiredpeopleclub
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💭 One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll hear in neurodiversity spaces is to use “non-demanding” or “declarative” language. But nobody really tells you what that means. At its core, declarative language is about sharing observations, information, or curiosity instead of giving instructions. It doesn’t mean never having expectations, it doesn’t mean letting people do whatever they want, and it definitely isn’t a magic script. It’s simply one way to reduce pressure and support autonomy. Sometimes the difference between: “Put your shoes on” and “Your shoes are by the door” isn’t about the action/task itself. It’s how the task feels. Changing up our language can sometimes make all the difference. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neurodiversity #pda #communication
💭 One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll hear in neurodiversity spaces is to use “non-demanding” or “declarative” language. But nobody really tells you what that means. At its core, declarative language is about sharing observations, information, or curiosity instead of giving instructions. It doesn’t mean never having expectations, it doesn’t mean letting people do whatever they want, and it definitely isn’t a magic script. It’s simply one way to reduce pressure and support autonomy. Sometimes the difference between: “Put your shoes on” and “Your shoes are by the door” isn’t about the action/task itself. It’s how the task feels. Changing up our language can sometimes make all the difference. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neurodiversity #pda #communication
💭 One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll hear in neurodiversity spaces is to use “non-demanding” or “declarative” language. But nobody really tells you what that means. At its core, declarative language is about sharing observations, information, or curiosity instead of giving instructions. It doesn’t mean never having expectations, it doesn’t mean letting people do whatever they want, and it definitely isn’t a magic script. It’s simply one way to reduce pressure and support autonomy. Sometimes the difference between: “Put your shoes on” and “Your shoes are by the door” isn’t about the action/task itself. It’s how the task feels. Changing up our language can sometimes make all the difference. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neurodiversity #pda #communication
💭 One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll hear in neurodiversity spaces is to use “non-demanding” or “declarative” language. But nobody really tells you what that means. At its core, declarative language is about sharing observations, information, or curiosity instead of giving instructions. It doesn’t mean never having expectations, it doesn’t mean letting people do whatever they want, and it definitely isn’t a magic script. It’s simply one way to reduce pressure and support autonomy. Sometimes the difference between: “Put your shoes on” and “Your shoes are by the door” isn’t about the action/task itself. It’s how the task feels. Changing up our language can sometimes make all the difference. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neurodiversity #pda #communication
💭 One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll hear in neurodiversity spaces is to use “non-demanding” or “declarative” language. But nobody really tells you what that means. At its core, declarative language is about sharing observations, information, or curiosity instead of giving instructions. It doesn’t mean never having expectations, it doesn’t mean letting people do whatever they want, and it definitely isn’t a magic script. It’s simply one way to reduce pressure and support autonomy. Sometimes the difference between: “Put your shoes on” and “Your shoes are by the door” isn’t about the action/task itself. It’s how the task feels. Changing up our language can sometimes make all the difference. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neurodiversity #pda #communication
💭 One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll hear in neurodiversity spaces is to use “non-demanding” or “declarative” language. But nobody really tells you what that means. At its core, declarative language is about sharing observations, information, or curiosity instead of giving instructions. It doesn’t mean never having expectations, it doesn’t mean letting people do whatever they want, and it definitely isn’t a magic script. It’s simply one way to reduce pressure and support autonomy. Sometimes the difference between: “Put your shoes on” and “Your shoes are by the door” isn’t about the action/task itself. It’s how the task feels. Changing up our language can sometimes make all the difference. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neurodiversity #pda #communication
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💭 One of the most common pieces of advice you’ll hear in neurodiversity spaces is to use “non-demanding” or “declarative” language. But nobody really tells you what that means. At its core, declarative language is about sharing observations, information, or curiosity instead of giving instructions. It doesn’t mean never having expectations, it doesn’t mean letting people do whatever they want, and it definitely isn’t a magic script. It’s simply one way to reduce pressure and support autonomy. Sometimes the difference between: “Put your shoes on” and “Your shoes are by the door” isn’t about the action/task itself. It’s how the task feels. Changing up our language can sometimes make all the difference. #occupationaltherapy #ot #neurodiversity #pda #communication
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Sometimes the most important preparation before working with children isn’t the session plan, the resources, or the coffee. It’s checking in with your own nervous system first. 🤍 Kids are constantly picking up on the energy around them. They notice our pace, our tone, our tension, and our calm, even when we don’t realise it ourselves. Not because we need to be perfectly calm all the time. Just because co-regulation starts with us too 🌿 #occupationaltherapy #ot #childdevelopment #regulation #neuroaffirming
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Me: I should do that thing Also me: absolutely not #occupationaltherapy #adhd #neurodivergent #executivedysfunction #mentaloverload
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Uni gave me the theory. My clients gave me perspective. They taught me that progress is often quiet. That play can hold so much learning. That people usually aren’t struggling “for no reason”. And that feeling safe and understood can change everything. The longer I do this job, the less I care about perfect behaviour, perfect sessions, or perfect outcomes. And the more I care about connection, flexibility, regulation, and helping people feel genuinely supported 💖 #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapistlife #therapy
Uni gave me the theory. My clients gave me perspective. They taught me that progress is often quiet. That play can hold so much learning. That people usually aren’t struggling “for no reason”. And that feeling safe and understood can change everything. The longer I do this job, the less I care about perfect behaviour, perfect sessions, or perfect outcomes. And the more I care about connection, flexibility, regulation, and helping people feel genuinely supported 💖 #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapistlife #therapy
Uni gave me the theory. My clients gave me perspective. They taught me that progress is often quiet. That play can hold so much learning. That people usually aren’t struggling “for no reason”. And that feeling safe and understood can change everything. The longer I do this job, the less I care about perfect behaviour, perfect sessions, or perfect outcomes. And the more I care about connection, flexibility, regulation, and helping people feel genuinely supported 💖 #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapistlife #therapy
Uni gave me the theory. My clients gave me perspective. They taught me that progress is often quiet. That play can hold so much learning. That people usually aren’t struggling “for no reason”. And that feeling safe and understood can change everything. The longer I do this job, the less I care about perfect behaviour, perfect sessions, or perfect outcomes. And the more I care about connection, flexibility, regulation, and helping people feel genuinely supported 💖 #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapistlife #therapy
Uni gave me the theory. My clients gave me perspective. They taught me that progress is often quiet. That play can hold so much learning. That people usually aren’t struggling “for no reason”. And that feeling safe and understood can change everything. The longer I do this job, the less I care about perfect behaviour, perfect sessions, or perfect outcomes. And the more I care about connection, flexibility, regulation, and helping people feel genuinely supported 💖 #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapistlife #therapy
Uni gave me the theory. My clients gave me perspective. They taught me that progress is often quiet. That play can hold so much learning. That people usually aren’t struggling “for no reason”. And that feeling safe and understood can change everything. The longer I do this job, the less I care about perfect behaviour, perfect sessions, or perfect outcomes. And the more I care about connection, flexibility, regulation, and helping people feel genuinely supported 💖 #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapistlife #therapy
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Uni gave me the theory. My clients gave me perspective. They taught me that progress is often quiet. That play can hold so much learning. That people usually aren’t struggling “for no reason”. And that feeling safe and understood can change everything. The longer I do this job, the less I care about perfect behaviour, perfect sessions, or perfect outcomes. And the more I care about connection, flexibility, regulation, and helping people feel genuinely supported 💖 #occupationaltherapy #ot #neuroaffirming #therapistlife #therapy
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I think a lot about how quickly we label kids as “distracted” or “unfocused” without stopping to ask whether the environment actually supports attention in the first place. Because attention isn’t just about trying harder 👀 It’s affected by sensory input, regulation, movement needs, stress, sleep, connection, predictability, and whether your nervous system feels safe enough to engage. A lot of kids are doing the best they can in environments that are genuinely overwhelming for them. And honestly? Most adults would struggle too. #occupationaltherapy #ot #childcare #emotionalregulation #adhd
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