Develop Therapy Services accept referrals with the knowledge and consent of the client or parent/caregiver (essential if under 18 years) from:

•    Individuals
•    Parents and caregivers
•    Doctors
•    Other specialists and support staff.

The referral should contain the following information:

•    WHO – name, date of birth, address, contact details
•    WHY – reason for referral, presenting conditions, past medical history
•    WHAT  - need for intervention
•    HOW TO BE FUNDED – Self-funded, Medicare, NDIS, or other funding source.

Parents or individuals are able to ring (08) 8346 4580 or contact by email to make a new referral for service.

Please bring copies of past assessments and reports to this first appointment.

Medicare Plans (Enhanced Care Plans; Mental Health Care Plans; Children with Disability Plans) require a referral from a Medical Practitioner PRIOR to the first appointment.

How long does it take to get allocated a therapist?

• This depends, as we are community-based - Each therapist often will drive out to a school, home, community centre or kindergarten to see a client.
• As such, timetabling can be challenging.

• We will do our best to get a service to you as quickly as practicable, but the wait time can vary. 
• Please feel free to call up our friendly admin team and check your allocation.