Enhancing Lives Through
Occupational Therapy
Accelerate Abilities Occupational Therapy offers a wide range of occupational therapy services to both adults and children across the entire metro Adelaide area.
Our team of experienced and highly trained occupational therapists & allied health assistants are committed to providing comprehensive and effective therapy services to help individuals achieve their full potential and improve their quality of life.
We accept all types of funding, including the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA), private health insurance, and Medicare, to ensure that our services are accessible to everyone in need.
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Shaping Healthy Futures
Guided By Expertise
Paediatric Services
Our paediatric services include early intervention and school-based therapy to help children reach their developmental milestones and achieve academic and social success.
Young Adult Services
Our young adult services include support with transitioning from schooling to post-school options, assessments for independence and support within home, work and supported living settings.
Adult Services
Our adult services include functional capacity assessments, assistive technology assessments and minor home modifications assessments to support independent living and enhance well-being.
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Empowering You
Excelling In Care
At Accelerate Abilities Occupational Therapy in Adelaide, we're committed to excellence in client care. We take a personalised approach, tailoring our treatments to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual, ensuring the highest quality of care.
Positioned in the vibrant heart of Adelaide, we focus on providing occupational therapy that resonates with the personal objectives and lifestyle of our clients. Our collaborative, client-centred methods empower individuals to reach their full potential and enhance their quality of life.
Utilising the latest in occupational therapy techniques, our Adelaide team is dedicated to facilitating meaningful improvement and positive outcomes for all. We're not just service providers; we're partners in your journey to wellness, deeply invested in the health and success of our Adelaide community.
The Team
Peter Pazios
Director & Occupational Therapist - AdelaideOne of the co-founders and directors of Accelerate Abilities, Peter Pazios is a graduate of the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy). With experience working with children, teenagers and adults locally, overseas and across private, respite and educational settings, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Accelerate Abilities.
Peter has a strong passion for working holistically alongside individuals and the support networks that are involved in an individual’s life. He focuses on identifying the areas of need for individuals and works on functional-based goals to support growth and independence.
Peter has also completed further training in behavioural therapy, feeding therapy, toileting and sleep, and has experience working with a range of both physical and cognitive disorders. He works closely with each individual, their family and support networks to collaboratively develop an individualised program to suit the needs of each individual.
Jessica Hank
Occupational Therapist - AdelaideAs an occupational therapist for almost 10 years, Jessica Hank is experienced across a broad range of sectors including both inpatient and community rehabilitation, and compensable injury.
Jess is passionate about a person-centred approach to therapy and loves working with clients to find a meaningful approach to achieving their individual goals. Jess values the diversity of what Occupational Therapy can offer clients whether it be learning or relearning skills, finding solutions to maintain or improve independent living skills such as assistive technology, or rehabilitation.
Jess's warm and nurturing approach, together with her knowledge and experience, maximises her clients’ ability to achieve their individual goals.
When she isn't working, Jess spends her time looking after her two-year-old daughter. She lives near the beach so you will often find her walking with coffee in hand and throwing the ball to her Boston Terrier, Frankie.
Eleni Kasidis
Occupational Therapist - AdelaideEleni Kasidis is a Paediatric Occupational Therapist who is passionate about working with children and young adults to assess functional limitations arising from illness, disability or mental health and providing them therapy to help them perform daily activities and achieve personal goals.
Eleni seeks to develop their skills to facilitate their success in whatever they put their minds to.
James Ridgwell
Occupational Therapist - AdelaideJames is a graduate of the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Human Movement and a Master of Occupational Therapy. James has diverse experience in working with children and teenagers of all abilities across different settings such as therapy, education, sports and mentoring.
James has a passion for inclusivity and enhancing the lives of others in any way possible. He loves tailoring therapy to accommodate the interests of each individual and helping them to achieve their goals. He focuses on supporting the individual and working with their support networks to collaboratively work towards their goals.
Outside of work, you will likely find James playing and volunteering for his local football club, at the gym or walking his dogs.
Alanah Brown
Early Intervention Occupational Therapist - AdelaideAlanah is an Occupational Therapist who has experience working with clients across the lifespan. Alanah is a graduate of the University of South Australia’s Master of Occupational Therapy program with an undergraduate degree in Exercise and Sports Science. Through multiple years in the field, Alanah has focussed her professional/skill development on early intervention, particularly focusing on children aged 0-6 years. Her passion lies in providing targeted support during these formative years to foster optimal development and well-being.
Alanah's practice encompasses a diverse range of disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), genetic conditions, Cerebral Palsy, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), developmental delay, and intellectual disabilities. She is committed to working closely with individual clients and their support networks to achieve personalised goals and enhance day-to-day life.
Her approach is characterised by a holistic perspective, ensuring that therapy addresses specific challenges and integrates seamlessly with the client's everyday life. By collaborating with families and caregivers, Alanah strives to create meaningful, sustainable outcomes that support each client’s unique journey.
Sarah Josefsberg
Senior Occupational Therapist - MelbourneSarah Josefsberg is passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals in life. She has worked in Mental Health for over 15 years both in Australia and the UK. She has worked with young people and adults from diverse backgrounds experiencing mental health challenges.
Working in hospital and community settings, she has experience providing care coordination, psychosocial interventions and personalised assessments. She holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and has worked most recently in mental health reform for Victoria.
Ashley Bennett
Senior Occupational Therapist - PerthAshleigh Bennett has a Bachelor of Science Occupational Therapy and a Masters in Medical Management and Health Leadership (Distinction). She has worked in the public mental health system for over 13 years in assertive treatment teams with adults, families, children and youth alike.
Moving from Senior Occupational Therapist positions to Service Manager and General Manager she has a breadth of experience working with people who experience mental ill health and navigating various health systems.
Occupational
Therapy Services
Occupational Therapists (OTs) work with people to support their participation in everyday activities. This can range from self-care activities, domestic tasks, leisure and play, school or work and life skills such as accessing the community and social skills.
We work closely with individuals and their support network at home, school or in the community to identify their goals and put together a plan to help enhance their independence in activities that are important to them.
This can be done by modifying the environment, providing adaptive equipment as well as providing rehabilitation and/or retraining.
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We accept both self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants of all ages and disabilities.
Our bulk-billed services allow eligible veterans to access occupational therapy services at no charge.
Occupational therapy private health rebates are able to be accessed in the vast majority of health funds. Check with your health fund to find out what rebates you are eligible for.
Patients with care plans are able to receive funding via medicare for allied health services, this helps to cover a portion of the consultation or assessment.
Funding
Accelerate Abilities Occupational Therapists have extensive experience in service provision within the paediatric, adult, aged care and disability sectors.
Our team of compassionate and connected Occupational Therapists work closely with each individual, their families, support network, and relevant funding bodies to ensure ease of access to services for eligible patients.
Contact & Referral
Feel free to contact us at any time.
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Email:admin@accelerateabilities.com.au
Phone:0405 177 258
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