OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Jessica Johnson

Jess is one of our passionate + dedicated therapists whose warmth and kindness shine through in everything she does. Jess grew up in a small country town before moving to the sunny Gold Coast to complete her studies at Bond University. A morning person who loves starting her day at the beach, planning healthy meals for the week, and bringing a calm energy into her work. For Jess, kindness is free — and she brings this belief to every client interaction, always listening with a gentle, encouraging approach. She’s committed to upskilling and staying at the forefront of best practice to ensure she’s providing the highest standard of care.

“I love supporting my clients across the lifespan, from children to older adults. I use principles of occupational therapy, psychological, and physical rehabilitation frameworks. I typically draw from core OT models such as the Person-Environment-Occupation (PEO) Framework, the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO), the Canadian Model of Occupational Performance and Engagement (CMOP-E), and Occupational Adaptation. I also use ACT, mindfulness-based strategies, and a strengths-focused, trauma-informed lens to support clients’ emotional wellbeing. For my physical clients, I apply Motor Learning theory, and Sensory Integration techniques to address their physical and sensory needs, helping clients build confidence, skills, and independence in their daily lives.”

    • Paediatric, Adolescent + Adult Clients

    • Aged Care + Dementia Care

    • Neurological Disabilities

    • Psychosocial + Physical Disabilities

    • Trauma-Informed Practice

    • Psychosocial Disabilities

    • Reporting: FCA, SDA, SIL, ILO, Home + Living, Aids + Equipment, School + Workplace, Support Needs, Disability Support Pension, Aged Care Report

    • Complex Developmental Intervention

    • Psychoeducation + Training - Carers, Parents, Teachers + Support Workers

    • Family Therapy

    • Play Based Therapy

    • Emotional, Sensory + Behavioural Regulation

    • Minor Home Modifications

    • Aids + Equipment Prescription

    • Wheelchairs, 4WW, mobility scooters, seating, shower chairs, bed and mattress prescription

    • Falls prevention

    • Occupational Performance

    • Handwriting

    • Gross + Fine Motor Development

    • Stress + Burnout

    • Routine Development

    • Transition Support (i.e., School to University)

    • Sleep Hygiene + Fatigue Management

    • Memory + Cognition Support

    • Paediatric Milestone Development + Planning

    • Independence + Skill Development for Everyday Activities

    • Community Integration

    • Social Skill Development + Training

    • School + Workplace Development

    • Toileting + Incontinence Support

    • Motivational Interviewing

    • Children

    • Teenagers & Adults

    • Anxiety + Depression

    • Autism (ASD)

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    • Anxiety + Depression

    • Personality Disorders

    • Agoraphobia

    • OCD

    • Shame, Grief + Loss

    • Emotional Dysregulation

    • Self-Esteem + Confidence Issues

    • Adjustment Issues

    • Anger Issues

    • Indigenous Health

    • Sensory processing + Interoception Issues

    • LGBTQI+ support

    • Pervasive Drive for Autonomy/Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) + Declarative language

    • Physical Disabilities

    • Psychosocial Disabilities

    • Self-care (sleep, eating, dressing, toileting,
      daily routines, life skills, independence)

    • Parenting Support

    • Sensory processing + Interoception

    • Mood issues

    • Adjustment difficulties

    • Self-esteem + Confidence

    • School + Workplace Issues

    • Occupational + Vocational Issues

    • Stress + Burnout

    • Social Isolation + Friendship Issues

    • Pain Management

    • Interpersonal + Relationship Issues

  • Monday to Friday

    8:00am to 4:30pm (after hours may be supported)

    Gold Coast

  • Full registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

    Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Science (Honours), Bond University

    Member of the Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA)

  • NDIS: Yes, Self + Plan Managed

    CTP Insurance: Yes

    Private Health: Yes

    Medicare: Yes

    Age: 4 +