Functional Capacity Assessments
Adults and Children · Australia-wide Telehealth · Evidence-based assessments
founder with 15+ years experience
Is telehealth rigorous enough for an FCA?
Yes. We use internationally validated tools including the WHODAS 2.0, COPM, PHQ-9, GAD-7, Katz ADL, and Lawton iADL, alongside an in-depth clinical interview and full document review. Reports are written to NDIS standards, aligned to s.24 and s.34 of the NDIS Act, and are regularly commended by planners, advocates, and reviewers.
My situation is complex — can you handle it?
Nisha has 15+ years of clinical experience with neurodivergence, psychosocial disability, chronic illness, and physical conditions — often in combination. Our questionnaire covers a comprehensive set of validated assessment tools, and we select the most relevant ones based on your situation. If your case falls outside what we can support, we will tell you clearly before you commit.
Every FCA at Seeds OT is personally reviewed and signed off by Nisha. Interviews are conducted by experienced OTs within the Seeds team. Nisha selects the assessment tools, completes the clinical reasoning, and writes the final report for every case — without exception. Her clinical background covers neurodivergence, psychosocial disability, chronic illness, and physical conditions.
What to expect from first contact to completed report.
Phone or email. We'll confirm whether we're the right fit for your situation and answer any questions before you commit to anything.
5–10 minutesA structured online form capturing your background, goals, and daily functioning. Completed at your own pace. A support person or carer can assist if needed.
At your own pace, from homeOur questionnaire covers a comprehensive set of validated tools. We select the most relevant ones based on your intake — not a generic bundle.
Tailored to your caseAn in-depth clinical interview via secure video or phone — usually 60 minutes. We clarify details, confirm functional impacts, and hear your account in full. No travel, no clinic.
Usually 60 minutes · Secure video or phoneNisha writes and signs off your report — integrating your clinical interview, assessment results, and supporting documents into a comprehensive, planner-ready FCA with specific support recommendations and an outcome tracking plan.
NDIS-aligned · Planner-ready · Signed off by NishaNo surprises.
Fees are published upfront. There are no hidden costs and no referral required.
- ✓Intake questionnaire and document review
- ✓Validated assessment tools selected for your situation
- ✓Telehealth interview — usually 60 minutes
- ✓Comprehensive FCA report — written and signed off by Nisha
- ✓Specific support recommendations with outcome tracking
- ✓Aligned to s.24 and s.34 of the NDIS Act
- ✓No referral required
- ✓Claimable: self-managed and plan-managed NDIS
- ✓Adults and children · Anywhere in Australia
If your assessment requires additional time, we will discuss any cost variation with you before proceeding.
most providers?
Seeds OT is an independent practice, owned and run by an occupational therapist. There are no corporate shareholders, no franchise fees, and no management layers to fund. Every dollar goes directly into clinical work. That is how we keep our fees at the NDIS rate without compromising on quality or depth.
"I was hesitant that getting a Functional Capacity Assessment for less than $1,000 was possible — but it was 100% real and exactly as described. The whole process was smooth and straightforward."
"Fast turnaround, low cost and great communication. I am extremely impressed with the services provided. I wouldn't hesitate to request services again."
"Professional, thorough, and incredibly compassionate throughout the whole process. I couldn't recommend Nisha more highly."
If you are unsure whether we are the right fit, contact us — we will tell you honestly.
Adults and children applying for the NDIS who need clinical evidence of functional impact.
Participants whose needs have changed and require updated evidence for a plan review or change of circumstances.
Neurodivergence, mental health, chronic illness, physical disability — individually or in combination.
Assessment adapted to age and developmental stage, with input from parents, carers, and schools where relevant.
Those supporting a family member who need a clear picture of what supports are required day-to-day.
Referring a participant? Our reports are written to NDIS criteria and designed to support planning conversations directly.
If you are unable to complete written forms at all, we can adapt the process with a longer interview instead. This may affect the overall cost, which we will discuss with you before proceeding.
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No referral needed. If you have questions before booking, email us and we'll answer them directly. As a small independent practice, email is the fastest way to reach us.
Contact us — no referral needed