3a/352 South Street O’Connor WA 6163 | (08) 93376460
3a/352 South Street O’Connor WA 6163 | (08) 93376460
At Next Wave Therapy, our mental health occupational therapy service is delivered by our principal occupational therapist, Sasha Wray and Senior Mental Health OT Annabel Poulsen.
Together, they have many years of experience delivering mental health OT to people who are overwhelmed with their lives and need assistance to overcome one or more personal challenges.
Depending on your needs, Sasha and Annabel will help you deal with stress and strong emotions, cope with grief and loss, improve your social skills, develop independent living skills, self confidence or manage your day-to-day tasks.
With years of experience and a compassionate, evidence-based approach, our therapists give you the tools to navigate life’s challenges, regulate emotions, and improve daily functioning.
Whether you’re seeking relief from overwhelming stress, struggling to cope with loss, or needing strategies to manage chronic pain, we are here to help you feel supported and empowered.
We believe in transparent pricing so you can access care with confidence.
| Service | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation | 60 min | $220 |
| Follow-up Consultation | 60 min | $220 |
| Follow-up Consultation | 45 min | $180 |
| Follow-up Consultation | 30 min | $120 |
Our mental health occupational therapists provide therapy for those struggling with mental health concerns, including stress, anxiety and depression to understand their situation, improve coping skills and enhance quality of life.
Our services include:
Unlike traditional counselling alone, our approach integrates therapy with functional life skills.
Our team can support you to:
Learn mind-body strategies that improve resilience.
Emotional wellbeing and physical health are closely linked. Stress, trauma, and mood changes often intensify when combined with chronic pain or injury. Our therapy bridges this gap, offering care that recognises both body and mind.
At Next Wave Therapy, our psychological therapy services in O’Connor are personalised, practical, and compassionate. We don’t just focus on symptom relief — we help you rebuild confidence, re-establish balance, and regain control of your life.
Many people experience anxiety, depression, or trauma symptoms alongside chronic pain or injury. Standard therapy often treats these separately — but our integrated model ensures both the emotional and physical aspects of your health are supported.
Traditional models of care often separate mental health and physical health. At Next Wave Therapy, we integrate them. Our therapists collaborate with physiotherapists, naturopaths, and massage practitioners under one roof, ensuring you receive whole-person support.
Our therapy can help with:
Our mental health occupational therapists provide therapy for people with complex and chronic pain.
Mental health OT is well indicated to address factors which contribute to pain persisting such as stress, anxiety, sleep disorder, depression, trauma and low self esteem.
Mental health OT for chronic pain is delivered in person in the clinic, via telehealth or at home.
Our highly trained, skilled and experienced occupational therapists also provide occupational therapy for adults or adolescents struggling with stress, anxiety or depression.
Therapy is delivered on an individual basis and is designed based on a persons needs.
Occupational therapy can have a significant positive impact on an individual’s ability to live a meaningful life, at home, work or in leisure pursuits.
At Next Wave Therapy, our mental health occupational therapy (OT) is designed to support individuals experiencing:
Our OT services aim to help you:
We’re here to empower you to live a fulfilling and independent life, while managing daily challenges with confidence.
Whether you’re a student struggling with pressure, a professional facing burnout, or someone managing a long-term health condition, our therapy can help you build resilience and confidence.
We focus on practical solutions that deliver both short-term relief and long-term growth.
Key Benefits Include:
By blending psychological therapy with occupational strategies, we empower you to make meaningful, lasting changes.
Sasha Wray – Principal Occupational Therapist & Naturopath
Sasha combines expertise in mental health OT, naturopathy, and massage therapy. She is passionate about helping clients flourish by treating both emotional and physical aspects of health. With extensive experience in pain-related psychological therapy, Sasha offers a compassionate yet practical approach to achieving lasting change.
Annabel Poulsen – Senior Mental Health OT
Annabel brings specialised experience in therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic pain management. Known for her warm and supportive approach, she helps clients regain independence, improve self-confidence, and develop resilience after major life challenges.
Yes, both Sasha and Annabel are registered providers of Medicare’s BAMH initiative.
If you need urgent support out of office hours, you can contact any of the below:
Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or non-attendance are billed at 50% of the consult fee and do not qualify for a rebate.
A doctor’s referral is generally not required unless your condition is associated with Workers Compensation, Motor Vehicle Injury, Veterans Affairs, or a Medicare Mental Health Care plan. In most cases, you can directly schedule an appointment since all our physiotherapists are primary contact practitioners capable of providing comprehensive care without a referral.
To access occupational therapy services through Medicare, you must have a referral from your GP under the Chronic Disease Management Plan (EPC) or a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP). This plan is necessary for Medicare coverage when seeing an occupational therapist. For more information on eligibility and how to claim, refer to our schedule of fees explaining how Medicare can be used for occupational therapy.
As a person seeking healthcare in WA, you have the right to access, safety, respect, partnership, information, privacy, and the ability to provide feedback. For more detailed information on your rights, review the Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights.
We prioritise your privacy. Our strict privacy policy ensures the confidentiality of your personal information, using it solely for your healthcare. If you have any privacy concerns or questions, please reach out, and we’ll address them promptly. Your trust is crucial to us. Review our privacy policy here.
No referral is necessary, but you may choose to see your GP for a mental health care plan which can offer Medicare rebates.
Our therapists work as part of a multidisciplinary clinic, meaning your care can be integrated with physical rehab, occupational therapy, and naturopathy for a complete approach.
Yes — our therapists are experienced in trauma-informed care, providing a safe, supportive space for recovery.
Yes, we provide both in-person and online therapy sessions for flexibility and accessibility.
