👋 Welcome to Jakk Walsh OT — Empowering Young People to Thrive At Jakk Walsh OT, I specialise in supporting children, teens, and young adults aged 5 and above through evidence-based occupational therapy that’s practical, empowering, and tailored to each person’s goals. Whether it's building everyday skills, increasing confidence, or improving participation in school and community life — we’re here to make a real difference. 🧠 Who I Support: I work with participants across a range of diagnoses and needs, including: ✅ Autism Spectrum Disorder (all levels) ✅ ADHD ✅ Down syndrome ✅ Intellectual disabilities ✅ Noonan syndrome 📍 Where I Work: Based in Melbourne, I support participants across the Northern and North-Eastern suburbs, including: 🏡 Croydon, Ferntree Gully, Mount Evelyn, Ringwood, Heathmont 🏡 Greensborough, Eltham, Montmorency, Heidelberg, Lower Plenty, Doncaster, Templestowe 🏡 And surrounding areas 💻 Telehealth is also available Australia-wide for assessments and reports.
🎯 Services Tailored to You: Each session is guided by your child’s NDIS goals, preferences, and strengths. I offer: ✅ Functional Capacity Assessments (in-person or telehealth) ✅ Daily living & self-care skill development ✅ Regulation & emotional resilience coaching ✅ Social & work-readiness skill building ✅ School-based therapy ✅ Support with external programs and transitions ✅ Evidence-based documentation & reports 🤝 Sole Practitioner = Genuine, Consistent Care As a sole provider, I build long-term, trusting relationships with every participant and their family.
You'll always deal directly with me — no rotating therapists or handovers. That means better communication, deeper understanding, and more consistent outcomes. I’m committed to collaborating with families, educators, and other allied health professionals to ensure the best possible results. Every session is purposeful, empowering, and designed to build lasting independence.