About Occupational Therapy (Aust)

Diane Porter, and Occupational Therapy (Aust) are accredited providers of Occupational Therapy services in Melbourne and Australia. Our therapists provide provide support across the NDIS, facilitating successful adaptations to disruptions in lifestyle, the prevention of loss of function, and improving psychological status.

Occupational Therapy Aust

Occupational Therapy (Aust) was established in 2013 with the primary focus, to support our clients reach their goals.

We have facilitated successful adaptations to disruptions in lifestyle, the prevention of loss of function, and improving psychological status.

Our qualified and experienced therapists are qualified to practice a variety of techniques to help you achieve.

Diane Porter

Occupational Therapist & Director
B.App.Sci. Occ. Thpy (LaTrobe); Dip.App.Sci. Envir. Mods (Sydney)

Diane Porter is recognised by her peers as an industry leading, expert Occupational Therapist.

Working in Private Practice for three decades, as a Registered Occupational Therapist. She completed her Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Occupational Therapy) at La Trobe University, in Melbourne in 1992. During 2000, Diane completed her Diploma of Applied Science (Environmental Modifications) at Sydney University, in 2000.

Specialising in Complex Home Modifications and Community Rehabilitation; Diane’s career commenced at CRS Australia in Rockhampton, Central Queensland. Working in Community Health, then establishing an Occupational Therapy Service with Public Housing in Cairns, Queensland. Diane was the first Occupational Therapist in Australia, to establish a regular visiting service to Indigenous Communities on Cape York and in the Torres Strait Islands of Far North Queensland.

In 1999, Diane returned to live in Melbourne, as the founding Partner in Architecture & Access (Aust). A company enabling accessible design in public buildings. Diane has continued to teach home modifications at Undergraduate and Post Graduate levels, for over 20 years.

Diane completed her qualifications with EFT Universe in 2013, and is a recognised Energy Healing Intuitive, specialising in Clinical EFT and Quantum EFT. Her dedicated interest in helping others is appreciated by those who attend her “Wellness Me-Treats”, both in Australia and overseas. All who experience Diane’s light energy, will witness her passion for Positive Healing Energy in all aspects of life.

Throughout her career, Diane continues to provide sessional teaching across Australian Universities, facilitating and nurturing the growth and education of student Occupational Therapists.

Diane established Occupational Therapy (Aust) in 2013, with the mission to utilise her vast education and experience to provide an Occupational Therapy service that aims to improve quality in all areas of life. Acknowledging emerging therapy techniques, such as EFT Tapping; Diane has applied these emerging techniques into daily practise.

Moving into the future, Diane is passionate in assisting others to reach their full potential. When working with Diane, you are bound to notice the inspired, magickal point of difference in your Therapy experience...

Dare to dream… What else is possible?...

    • AHPRA – Allied Health Professionals Regulation Agency.

    • Australian Association of Occupational Therapists.

    • Association of Consultants in Access Australia.

    • EFTAP Australia.

DVA NDIS TAC COMCARE MEDICARE

Occupational Therapy (Aust) is an accredited service provider for referrals from the following.

  • TAC

  • NDIS

  • SWEP

  • Comcare

  • Worksafe

  • Life Insurers

  • Parents and Carers

  • Department of Veterans Affairs

  • Medico Legal Personal Injury Claims

  • Community Health or Hospital Allied Health Practitioners

  • Enhanced Primary Care via General Practitioners and Medical Specialists