Amble evidence has shown that when we are able to maintain a healthy diet, alongside implementing healthy brain habits, well-being and quality of life improves.
We also understand that if our mental wellbeing is not of high quality, that our eating behaviours can suffer, and vice versa.
Resultantly, mental illness can disrupt not only our eating patterns, but our everyday tasks such as cooking, shopping, budgeting for groceries and mobility.
Not only can poor mental health disrupt our eating patterns, it can also impact our interoception.
Interoception relates to our ability to understand our bodily cues, including hunger and when we need to go to the toilet.
Working primarily in the NDIS space, Nourished Not Deprived clinicians have developed an array of expertise and knowledge within this area of healthcare.
Nourished Not Deprived’s Allied health team focus on both mental and physical wellbeing, implementing trauma and mental health informed care at every step of your journey to:
Nourished Not Deprived’s Mental Health Occupational Therapists collaborate with individuals with disabilities throughout Australia, with a specialised focus on providing comprehensive support for those managing intellectual disabilities, mental health challenges, and neurological conditions.
Our NDIS Occupational therapists take extensive time building rapport with our participants, key stakeholders and carers to ensure we are provided therapy services tailored to your specific needs.
Working primarily in the NDIS space, Nourished Not Deprived clinicians have developed an array of expertise and knowledge within this area of healthcare.
Acknowledging the distinct and specific requirements of individuals with intellectual disabilities, we proactively offer comprehensive and tailored support to optimise unique dietary needs of our participants; as well as continually develop our knowledge to improve the quality of life of our participants.
Our team of experienced Dietitians are dedicated to fostering an improved state of health and elevating the quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities through targeted and specialised nutritional interventions.
Our specialised services cater to critical areas, including but not limited to:
Being a neuro affirming organisation, our approach is all about supporting and empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Our expert Dietitians focus on each person’s needs, providing education and tools to help them achieve a healthier lifestyle.
We offer a wide range of services, including personalised education, careful evaluations, and custom goal setting to ensure their diets are just right.
Nourished Not Deprived have experience in group settings, one-on-one therapy and are well versed in the area of telemedicine.
NDIS therapies for intellectual disability are supports delivered by allied health professionals to help participants build independence, communication, social skills, and daily living abilities. These therapies are funded under the NDIS when they are linked to a participant’s goals.
NDIS participants with an intellectual disability may access:
Occupational Therapy (OT): for daily living, self-care, sensory needs, and independence
Speech Pathology: for communication, literacy, and swallowing support
Psychology & Counselling: for emotional regulation, behaviour, and wellbeing
Dietetics: for healthy eating, meal planning, and managing specific conditions
Allied Health Assistants (AHAs): for therapy follow-through and skill practice
Therapies can support:
Communication and social interaction
Building daily living and self-care skills
Participation in school, work, or community activities
Behaviour management and emotional regulation
Nutrition and mealtime support
Confidence and independence
Yes. Many NDIS providers offer therapies via secure Telehealth, making services accessible to participants in rural or remote areas and providing flexibility for families and carers.
Funding is typically provided under:
Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living
Capacity Building – Improved Health and Wellbeing
Core Supports – Assistance with Daily Life
Your specific funding depends on the goals in your NDIS plan.
Therapies are delivered by university-trained allied health professionals, such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists, and dietitians. Allied Health Assistants may also be involved to reinforce strategies day-to-day.
Yes. Therapists often work closely with families and carers to teach strategies, provide resources, and ensure therapy skills are practised consistently in everyday routines.
You can access therapies through:
Your NDIS Support Coordinator or Local Area Coordinator
A registered NDIS provider directly
Including therapy supports in your next NDIS plan review
Submit an enquiry if you have more questions or make a referral today.
