ADHD Occupational Therapy for Adults
Practical, evidence-informed support to help you function better in everyday life — on your terms.
If you've been diagnosed with ADHD — or you're waiting on a diagnosis — you might already know what the challenges look like: the half-finished tasks, the missed appointments, the constant sense that you're working harder than everyone else just to keep up.
Occupational therapy can help. Not by fixing you — but by helping you understand how your brain works, and building strategies that actually fit your life.
Medicare rebates available — ask your GP for a Mental Health Care Plan referral
In-person in Hobart (162 Macquarie Street) or via telehealth
Neuro-affirming, strengths-based approach
Is this program right for you?
This program is designed for adults (18+) who:
You might be a good fit if...
You have a recent ADHD diagnosis and don't know where to start
You've known about your ADHD for years but still feel stuck
You're struggling with organisation, time management, or daily routines
Emotional overwhelm or sensory sensitivities are affecting your work or relationships
You want practical strategies — not just a label
You're ready to work on specific goals at your own pace
This program also works well if...
You have co-occurring anxiety, depression, or trauma alongside ADHD
You've tried other supports but felt they didn't 'get' how your brain works
You want a collaborative approach — not being told what to do
You're looking for support that fits around your work or study commitments
Telehealth suits your lifestyle better than in-person
You're neurodivergent and want a clinician experienced with complex presentations
What does an OT actually
do for ADHD?
Occupational therapists look at the gap between what you want or need to do, and what's actually happening in your day-to-day life. For adults with ADHD, that gap can show up in a lot of ways.
An OT won't tell you to try harder or make a better to-do list. Instead, we:
Assess how ADHD is specifically affecting your daily functioning
Explore how your sensory system, nervous system, and emotions interact with ADHD
Help you set meaningful, realistic goals — using a structured goal-setting framework
Build personalised strategies for the things that matter most to you
Work alongside your GP, psychiatrist, or psychologist if you have an existing care team
This is a strengths-based approach. We start from what's already working, and build from there.
The Therapy for Life ADHD OT Program
A structured 5-session program designed specifically for adults with ADHD.
Program at a glance
5 sessions | 50–60 minutes each | Medicare rebates available | Hobart or telehealth
What we cover across 5 sessions:
| Session | Focus |
|---|---|
| Session 1 | Getting to know you — functional intake assessment, understanding your ADHD presentation, and setting meaningful goals using the Goal Attainment Scaling framework |
| Session 2 | Emotional regulation, sensory processing, and the ADHD brain — understanding why you respond the way you do, and what to do about it |
| Session 3 | Executive functioning in daily life — time, tasks, routines, and strategies that actually fit your brain |
| Session 4 | Building sustainable routines and capacity — pacing, energy management, and navigating the harder days |
| Session 5 | Review and forward planning — measuring goal progress, consolidating strategies, and planning next steps |
Sessions are available in-person at 162 Macquarie Street, Hobart, or via telehealth. Frequency is flexible and agreed collaboratively.
Medicare rebates & fees
Medicare rebates are available for this program through a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) — a referral arrangement you set up with your GP.
How to access Medicare rebates:
Book an extended appointment with your GP and ask for a Mental Health Care Plan
Request a referral to Alice Ayliffe, Occupational Therapist, at Therapy for Life
Contact us to book your first appointment
Under a Mental Health Care Plan, Medicare provides a rebate on eligible OT sessions. Please contact us or see our Clinic Fees page for current fee information.
*Private and NDIS options are also available. Contact us to discuss which pathway suits you.
Your clinician —
Alice Ayliffe, OT
Alice is an AHPRA-registered Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience and a Mental Health Endorsement. She has a particular interest in complex ADHD presentations in adults, including where ADHD intersects with anxiety, trauma, chronic health conditions, and sensory processing differences.
Her approach is neuro-affirming, collaborative, and grounded in evidence — drawing on ACT, DBT, and Sensory Modulation frameworks alongside core OT practice
☕ Practice Snapshot
✅ Mental Health Endorsed Occupational Therapist.
✅ Neuroaffirming, strengths-based occupational therapy approach
✅ Medicare, NDIS, and private services available
Referring to Therapy for Life
Therapy for Life welcomes referrals from GPs, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other allied health professionals. Alice works collaboratively with existing care teams and provides written feedback following assessment and intervention.
To refer a patient:
Medicare pathway: Provide a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) with a referral to Alice Ayliffe, OT
NDIS pathway: Include the participant's NDIS plan and goals where relevant
Private pathway: No referral required — clients can self-refer
Referrals and enquiries: [email protected] | 0479 184 126
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a formal ADHD diagnosis to access this program?
Not necessarily. We can discuss your situation at an initial enquiry. In some cases, an OT assessment can also contribute to a broader diagnostic process in conjunction with your GP or psychiatrist.
Can I do this via telehealth?
Yes — telehealth sessions are available across Australia. All sessions work just as well online, and some clients find them easier to fit into their week.
How is OT different from psychology or psychiatry?
Psychologists focus on thoughts, emotions, and mental health diagnoses. Psychiatrists manage medication and diagnosis. Occupational therapists focus on function — how you actually live your daily life. We work on the practical, day-to-day impact of ADHD, and complement rather than replace other supports.
What if I have other conditions alongside ADHD?
Alice has extensive experience with complex co-occurring presentations — including anxiety, depression, trauma histories, autism, chronic pain, and hypermobility. You don't need to have 'just' ADHD to benefit from this program.
How do I get started?
Get in touch via the contact form, email, or phone. We'll have a brief conversation about what you're looking for and whether this program is a good fit.
Ready to get started?
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing ADHD for years, you deserve support that actually
fits the way your brain works.
Get in touch today
📧 [email protected]
📞 0479 184 126
📍 Suite 1, Wilson St, North Hobart | Telehealth available across Australia
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