Navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can be both empowering and overwhelming, especially when you’re just beginning your NDIS therapy journey. According to the NDIS Quarterly Report for March 2025, over 700,000 Aussies are currently receiving support through the NDIS. It’s a figure that continues to rise as awareness and accessibility improve across the country.
To start therapy the right way with Healthstin, an NDIS registered provider, it’s essential to understand the following:
- The structure of the NDIS
- Your therapy goals, and
- How to work with trusted NDIS therapy providers who prioritise personalised, goal-focused care.
Healthstin delivers Allied Health support through in-clinic services, home visits, and telehealth, catering to a wide range of client needs and locations.
Understanding the NDIS and Your Therapy Needs
Identifying your specific therapy needs & goals
Before engaging a provider, it’s important to pinpoint your specific health and functional goals. Do you want to:
- Improve your mobility
- Recover after surgery
- Manage chronic pain, or
- Maintain independence
Allied Health: What services does NDIS cover?
- Physiotherapy
- Exercise Physiology
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
| TYPE OF THERAPY | WHAT IT IS | WHAT NDIS-FUNDED THERAPY MAY HELP WITH | EXAMPLE |
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| Physiotherapy (Physio) |
Focuses on helping people:
It can involve:
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An NDIS Participant with cerebral palsy may receive regular Physiotherapy to:
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| Exercise Physiology (EP) |
Uses evidence-based exercise programmes to help Participants:
Services include the following:
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An NDIS participant with autism might work with an EP to:
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| Occupational Therapy (OT) |
Helps people participate in everyday activities or occupations that they find meaningful. These include:
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A person recovering from a traumatic brain injury might receive OT to relearn how to:
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| Speech Therapy /Pathology |
Helps people with:
Speech Therapists work with children and adults across a range of conditions. |
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A child with developmental delays may receive Speech Therapy to improve:
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Understanding Your NDIS Plan
Your NDIS plan will include one or more of the following support categories:
- Core Supports – Help with everyday living
- Capacity Building Supports – Support that builds your future skills
- Capital Supports – Big ticket equipment and home changes/modifications
| CATEGORY | WHAT IT COVERS | WHAT ARE ITS SUB-CATEGORIES | KIND OF PARTICIPANT IT SUITS |
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| Core Supports |
Everyday supports that help Participants:
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People who need practical, day-to-day support to:
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| Capacity Building Supports |
These supports help you reach your longer-term goals by aiming to build your:
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Participants who are:
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| Capital Supports |
These are investments in:
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Participants who need equipment or changes to their living space to support:
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Therapy services typically fall under Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living, which funds supports from Allied Health providers to build functional skills and independence.
How to choose an NDIS Provider
When searching for an NDIS therapy provider near me, consider:
- Whether they are NDIS registered
- Their experience with your specific condition
- Availability in your area (including home visits or telehealth capacity)
- Their approach to setting and reviewing goals
NDIS Participants can use the official NDIS Provider Finder to explore providers by location, registration status, and services offered.
Why choose a NDIS registered Provider like Healthstin
Healthstin is a trusted NDIS registered provider that meets strict quality and safety standards as required by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. Working with a registered provider ensures you receive services that align with the NDIS Practice Standards and have the reassurance of government oversight.
Develop a treatment plan that outlines your goals
At Healthstin, therapy begins with a collaborative treatment plan tailored to your short- and long-term goals. This ensures your sessions are meaningful, and that progress is measurable, reportable, and linked to your NDIS plan outcomes.
Track your progress and adjust as needed
Therapy isn’t static. Healthstin therapists conduct regular reviews to adjust interventions, update reports for your NDIS plan review, and ensure you’re moving in the right direction.
How Healthstin supports NDIS Participants
| Comprehensive assessments | We conduct initial assessments to identify your baseline physical function, limitations, and therapy needs. This helps determine what services the NDIS can cover based on functional capacity and life goals. |
| Goal-oriented therapy | Whether aimed at building strength, improving balance, or reducing pain, Healthstin’s therapy plans are centred around realistic and achievable goals that match your lifestyle. |
| Interdisciplinary approach | As an Allied Health Team, Healthstin practitioners often collaborate across disciplines such as Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology to ensure comprehensive care. |
| Home visits and Telehealth | If attending a clinic isn’t convenient or possible, Healthstin offers mobile allied health support and virtual appointments for improved accessibility. |
| Focus on education and self-management | Healthstin empowers Participants through education, helping them understand their condition and adopt long-term self-management strategies. |
| NDIS Reporting | Healthstin provides detailed therapy reports to support your annual NDIS plan review, helping justify continued or increased funding. |
Tips for a successful therapy journey
| Engage actively | Commit to your sessions and home programmes. Always remember that consistency is key. |
| Communicate openly | Always share concerns, symptoms, and barriers with your therapist. |
| Create a supportive environment | Make space for therapy at home and involve family or carers when appropriate. |
| Be patient and persistent | Therapy is a journey. Realise that progress takes time, but it’s worth the effort. |
We answer your most frequently asked questions regarding the NDIS
What is an NDIS Provider?
An NDIS provider is an individual or organisation delivering funded supports or services to NDIS Participants. Providers may be registered or unregistered. If you’re new to the NDIS, this helpful guide from Reptile Encounters explains how to get started and access support.
How do I access the NDIS Provider List in Victoria (VIC)?
Use the NDIS Provider Finder tool and filter by region to view a list of approved NDIS therapy providers in VIC.
How can I find NDIS Providers near me?
Search “NDIS therapy provider near me” in the Provider Finder tool or on Google Maps. Make sure to check if the provider is NDIS registered and offers the specific therapies you need.
What is the difference between registered and unregistered NDIS Providers?
- Registered providers meet the standards of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission and can serve Participants who have NDIA-managed plans.
- Unregistered providers can only work with self-managed or plan-managed participants and are not regulated by the Commission.
How do I verify if a Service Provider is a registered NDIS Provider?
Use the official NDIS Provider Finder or call the NDIS provider support number: 1800 800 110 to verify a provider’s registration status.
Does the NDIS cover Physiotherapy?
Yes, the NDIS can fund Physiotherapy if it is considered a reasonable and necessary support related to your disability. Physiotherapy usually falls under the Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living category. Healthstin provides NDIS-funded Physiotherapy that supports mobility, pain management, and functional independence.
Does the NDIS cover Exercise Physiology?
Yes, the NDIS can fund Exercise Physiology if it is considered a reasonable and necessary support related to your disability. Like Physiotherapy, EP services are generally included under the Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living category. At Healthstin, our NDIS-funded Exercise Physiologists design personalised programs to improve strength, mobility, cardiovascular health, and overall function.
Does the NDIS fund Hydrotherapy?
As with Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology, the NDIS may fund Hydrotherapy if it is deemed a reasonable and necessary support related to your disability. Hydrotherapy typically falls under the Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living category. At Healthstin, we provide NDIS-funded Hydrotherapy programnes designed to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance physical function in a safe, low-impact aquatic environment.
Book Your FREE NDIS Consultation Today!
Getting started on therapy in the right way means getting personalised care and guidance from a trusted provider. Healthstin’s experienced allied health team of Accredited Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapists is here to support your therapy goals, from your very first session to your final NDIS review.
Visit healthstin.com.au, call 1300 090 931, click this link, or fill out the form below to book your appointment now.
