Sunshine Coast & surrounds
Sunshine C Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy, with a personal touch.

One therapist. Personal support. Better outcomes.

When you work with Sunshine C OT, you work with me, Stephen, directly. One senior OT, one point of contact, and genuine care from start to finish. I support NDIS participants, aged care clients and private referrals across all ages and disabilities. Functional assessments, home modifications, and assistive technology for participants of all ages.

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NDIS funding accepted
Working with NDIS participants across the Sunshine Coast and beyond
Plan Managed Self Managed Private Aged Care Telehealth Available
Senior
Accredited Occupational Therapist
All ages
Paediatric through to aged care
Direct
One OT, start to finish
Personal
Always the same clinician
What I offer

Services built around your goals

Whether you're a participant, family member or support coordinator, I'm here to provide high quality, personalised OT services that make a real difference.

Functional Capacity Assessments

Comprehensive, evidence-based FCAs to support NDIS plan reviews, SIL and SDA applications and funding decisions. Clear, well-structured reports delivered on time.

Home Modifications

Assessment and recommendations for minor to complex home modifications to improve safety, accessibility and independence at home.

Assistive Technology

Prescription, trials and training across a wide range of low, mid and high cost AT. From daily living aids to complex powered mobility and communication devices.

Rural Outreach

I travel to regional and rural communities for assessments, home visits and AT support, because quality OT should be accessible no matter where you live.

Telehealth

Flexible video appointments to supplement in-person care. Great for ongoing therapy check-ins, FCA follow-ups, AT reviews and participants in rural or remote locations.

All Ages & Disabilities

I work across the full lifespan, from early childhood through to aged care, supporting people with physical, neurological, intellectual and psychosocial disabilities.

SIL & SDA Assessments

Specialist assessments to support Supported Independent Living and Specialist Disability Accommodation applications. Clear, NDIS-aligned reports that give participants the best chance at the right outcome.

Ongoing Therapy & Capacity Building

Regular OT sessions focused on building skills, independence and confidence over time. Therapy tailored to what matters most to you, across all ages and disability types.

About Sunshine C OT

A personal approach, backed by experience.

Stephen O'Regan
Stephen O'Regan
Senior Occupational Therapist
Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Hi, I'm Stephen, an Occupational Therapist and the person behind Sunshine C OT.

I've been working as an OT for many years across hospitals, community health, paediatrics, aged care and disability, both in Australia and overseas. That experience has given me the opportunity to work with people of all ages, with a really wide range of needs, backgrounds and life experiences.

What I enjoy most about OT is getting to know the person behind the referral. I want to understand what your life actually looks like, what is important to you, what is getting in the way, and what would genuinely make things easier or better.

I like to keep things relaxed and human. I'll always make time for a proper conversation, explain things clearly and make sure you feel comfortable asking questions. I don't believe good therapy should feel clinical or rushed. It should feel collaborative, practical and like you have someone genuinely working alongside you.

My experience includes Functional Capacity Assessments, assistive technology, home modifications, SIL and SDA assessments and reports, as well as ongoing occupational therapy and capacity building. I work closely with participants, families, support coordinators and other professionals to make sure recommendations are realistic and actually make sense for the person.

Outside of work, I'm usually at the gym, surfing, travelling, gaming or watching anime. It also means that if I'm working with a child who wants to spend half the session talking about Pokémon, Minecraft or their favourite game, I'm usually more than happy to hear about it.

Sunshine C OT is intentionally personal. When you get in touch, you're dealing directly with me. I'll complete your assessment, write your report and remain your point of contact throughout the process.

For me, good OT is pretty simple. Listen properly, understand the whole person, and take the time to do things thoroughly. The best outcomes come from looking beyond the obvious and finding solutions that genuinely fit someone's life.

Senior Clinician NDIS Experience All Ages Sunshine Coast Rural Travel Client-Centred
Service area
Sunshine Coast, Hinterland & North Brisbane Region
Rural travel
Rural QLD and North Brisbane by negotiation
Who I see
All ages, paediatric through to aged care
Funding accepted
Plan Managed, Self Managed & Private
Direct access
You deal with me from first contact through to final report
Telehealth
Available for therapy, reviews & rural participants
How it works

Simple, from first contact to report

I keep the process as straightforward as possible for participants, families and support coordinators.

01
Get in touch
Submit the referral form below or call me directly. Tell me what you need and I'll confirm if I can help and what funding covers the service.
02
Funding confirmed
I'll check the participant's NDIS funding type, plan managed or self managed, or discuss private options, and confirm the scope and cost of the service upfront.
03
Appointment booked
I'll schedule a convenient time and come to you, whether that's home, community, aged care or a rural location by arrangement.
04
Assessment completed
A thorough, evidence-based assessment where I take the time to listen and understand each person's unique needs and goals.
05
Report delivered
A clear, NDIS-aligned report provided to you, the participant and the NDIA as required, structured to support strong funding outcomes.
What people say

Trusted by participants and coordinators

★★★★★

"Incredibly thorough and so easy to work with. The report was delivered quickly and was exactly what we needed for the plan review. Will definitely refer again."

Support Coordinator, Sunshine Coast
★★★★★

"We were really struggling to find an OT who could come out to us. Having someone travel for the home assessment made such a difference for our whole family."

Family member, Rural QLD
★★★★★

"Working directly with a senior OT every single time is a huge difference from what we've experienced elsewhere. The quality of the reports speaks for itself."

Plan Manager, South East QLD
Common questions

Frequently asked questions

No referral is needed. Anyone can get in touch — participants, family members, carers, support coordinators, plan managers, GPs, or other allied health professionals. Simply fill out the form below or give us a call and we'll take it from there.

I work with NDIS plan managed and self managed participants, as well as private paying clients. If you're unsure about your funding situation, just get in touch and I'll help you work it out.

Most FCAs take between 1.5 to 3 hours depending on the complexity of the participant's needs. This includes the face-to-face assessment plus time for gathering background information from relevant parties. A written report follows after the assessment.

Yes, I regularly travel to rural and regional Queensland for assessments, home modification visits and assistive technology support. Travel to rural areas is arranged by negotiation. Get in touch with your location and I'll let you know what's possible.

I work across the full lifespan, from young children through to aged care, with experience across a wide range of physical, neurological, intellectual and psychosocial disabilities.

I aim to respond to all referrals within one business day and schedule appointments as promptly as possible. Timeframes depend on location and current availability. If there is urgency, please mention this when you get in touch and I'll do my best to accommodate.

Every assessment, report and communication is handled personally by me — there are no junior clinicians or admin layers. You'll always know exactly who you're working with, which is especially valued by support coordinators who need consistency and reliability.

After the assessment is completed, a comprehensive written report is prepared and provided to the participant, their support coordinator or plan manager, and the NDIA as appropriate. Reports are written to align with NDIS evidence requirements to support the best possible funding outcomes.

Yes — Telehealth appointments are available and work really well for a range of situations. This includes follow-up sessions after an in-person FCA, ongoing therapy check-ins, assistive technology reviews, and initial consultations. Telehealth is also a great option for participants in rural or remote areas where regular in-person visits aren't practical. All you need is a phone or device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Get in touch

Make a referral

No referral form needed. Anyone can reach out on behalf of a participant and I'll get back to you within one business day.

NDIS Participants

Plan managed and self managed participants welcome. Get in touch to discuss your funding situation.

Support Coordinators & Plan Managers

I'll work with you throughout the process with clear communication from start to finish.

Families & Carers

I welcome referrals directly from family members and carers on behalf of participants.

GPs & Allied Health

I'm happy to receive referrals from GPs, hospitals and other allied health providers.

Prefer to call?
0411 038 880
Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Send an email
stephen@sunshinecot.com.au
I'll respond within one business day

Referral form

Privacy

Privacy Policy

Sunshine C Occupational Therapy (ABN 75 942 161 409) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all clients and their personal information, in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

What information we collect
We may collect personal information including your name, contact details, date of birth, health and disability information, NDIS plan details, and other information necessary to provide occupational therapy services.

How we use your information
Personal information is collected and used solely for the purpose of providing occupational therapy services, preparing reports and assessments, and communicating with you and relevant third parties (such as the NDIA, support coordinators, or other health professionals) where required or authorised.

Disclosure of information
We will not disclose your personal information to third parties without your consent, except where required by law or where disclosure is necessary to provide your services (e.g. submitting reports to the NDIA).

Storage and security
All personal information is stored securely and handled with strict confidentiality. We take reasonable steps to protect information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.

Access and correction
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, and to request corrections where information is inaccurate or out of date. Please contact us directly to make such a request.

Contact
If you have questions or concerns about how your information is handled, please contact Stephen O'Regan at stephen@sunshinecot.com.au or 0411 038 880.