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Jose Diaz, Occupational Therapist at Conscious Healthcare SA

Jose Diaz

Occupational Therapist · Master of Occupational Therapy, Flinders University

Creative, sensory-informed therapy for emotional and behavioural needs.

Blending 15+ years of international experience with a creative, holistic approach, Jose supports emotional, behavioural and sensory needs, and is passionate about helping young people thrive.

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  • Works withChildren, teens and adults
  • Key interestsSensory processing differences, emotional regulation and autism
  • SessionsAt home, at both clinics or by telehealth
  • FundingPrivate, Medicare and NDIS clients

Who does Jose support?

Our OT team covers all of these areas, with clinical supervision and team discussion behind every therapy plan. Jose works with children, teens and adults, most often on sensory needs and emotional regulation.

Autism, ADHD and neurodivergence, Key interest Autism, Sensory processing differencesADHD, executive functioning, social communication differences
  • Autism , Key interest
  • ADHD
  • Sensory processing differences , Key interest
  • Executive functioning (planning, organising, time management)
  • Social communication differences

What we work on: sensory needs, routines, planning and organising, and taking part socially at home, at school, at work and in the community.

Child development and schoolDevelopmental delay, fine and gross motor skills, school readiness + 1 more
  • Developmental delay (milestones, self-feeding, self-care)
  • Fine and gross motor skills (including handwriting)
  • School readiness
  • Play skills and confidence

What we work on: milestones such as self-feeding, dressing and self-care, fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, play, and getting ready for school.

Disability and developmental conditionsIntellectual disability, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome
  • Intellectual disability
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Down syndrome

What we work on: motor skills and coordination, everyday self-care, the right equipment and supports, and taking part at home, at school and in the community.

Mental health and emotional wellbeing, Key interest Emotional regulationAnxiety, depression and mood disorders, psychosis + 3 more
  • Anxiety
  • Depression and mood disorders
  • Emotional regulation , Key interest
  • Psychosis
  • Psychosocial disability
  • Sleep difficulties
  • Stress and burnout

What we work on: daily structure and routines, coping skills, managing stress and big emotions, sleep, and taking part at home, at school, at work and in the community.

Neurological and brain conditionsStroke, brain injury, dementia + 4 more
  • Stroke
  • Brain injury (including traumatic brain injury, or TBI)
  • Dementia (including Alzheimer’s disease)
  • Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor
  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) and motor neurone disease (MND)
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Neurological rehabilitation

What we work on: relearning everyday tasks, adjusting to changes in movement, thinking, vision or energy, saving energy as symptoms change, and setting up a safe home.

Physical and musculoskeletal conditionsArthritis, amputation, burns and soft-tissue injuries + 2 more
  • Arthritis
  • Amputation (including phantom limb pain)
  • Burns and soft-tissue injuries
  • Chronic pain and fatigue
  • Recovery after illness, injury or surgery

What we work on: protecting joints during everyday tasks, prosthetic and self-care training, pacing activity, and getting back to daily life after injury or surgery.

Equipment, home modifications and mobilityAssistive technology and equipment + 4 more
  • Assistive technology and equipment
  • Wheelchair and seating prescription
  • Home modifications
  • Home safety assessments
  • Functional mobility

What we work on: choosing and trialling equipment, home safety, and changes at home that make everyday tasks easier and safer.

Daily living and independenceDaily living skills and routines, independent living skills + 2 more
  • Daily living skills and routines
  • Independent living skills
  • Community participation
  • Support at work or study

What we work on: self-care, everyday routines, independence at home, getting out into the community, and managing school, work or study.

Culturally and linguistically diverse familiesWorking with culturally and linguistically diverse families
  • Working with culturally and linguistically diverse families

What we work on: clear, respectful communication with you, your family and your support team, and therapy plans that fit your culture and routines.

Don't see your situation? Call us on 08 8166 4700 and our team will talk it through with you.

About Jose

15+ years of occupational therapy across Australia and South America

“I specialise in providing support for emotional, behavioural, and functional mental health needs. My approach combines empathy, dedication, and a commitment to understanding each person's unique situation. I strive to create a connection with my clients, ensuring that the support I provide is tailored to their true needs.”

Qualifications and registration

A Master of Occupational Therapy from Flinders University, a second master's degree and further training in sensory integration.

Registration

Registered Occupational Therapist OCC0002919807

Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (Ahpra)

Check the Ahpra register (opens the register’s website)

Degrees and certificates

Master of Occupational Therapy
Flinders University
Master of Higher Education
Diploma in Neuroscience Applied to Special Educational Needs
Diploma
Further training in Sensory Integration

Experience

15+ years of occupational therapy across Australia and South America

Who can call themselves an occupational therapist?

"Occupational therapist" is a protected title in Australia. Only people registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, through Ahpra, can use it. You can check any occupational therapist on the Ahpra register, or read more about occupational therapy at CHSA.

How does Jose work?

Every CHSA occupational therapy journey starts the same way, then follows your goals.

  1. Initial assessment

    90 minutes. Getting to know you or your child, daily routines and what you want to be able to do.

  2. Goals and a plan

    After the assessment. Agreeing practical goals together and how therapy will work towards them.

  3. Regular therapy

    60-minute sessions. In clinic, at home, or at school or in the community, at a pace that suits you.

  4. Reviews

    As goals change. Checking what's working and updating the plan as life changes.

In Jose’s words

“In our sessions, you can expect a creative and holistic approach that draws on a broad range of tools and strategies. I believe in working collaboratively with clients to develop practical, meaningful interventions that align with their goals and values.”

Where can you see Jose?

At home, in clinic or by video. Jose works Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Home visit area A simple diagram, not to scale: home visits from Gawler in the north to Aldinga in the south and Mt Barker in the east, with the North Clinic in Salisbury and the South Clinic in Seacliff. Gawler Adelaide Mt Barker Aldinga North ClinicSalisbury South ClinicSeacliff
Home visit area · not to scale

At home

Jose visits homes, schools and community settings anywhere between Gawler, Aldinga and Mt Barker. Travel is charged at 50% of our standard hourly rate.

In clinic

Jose sees people at both of our clinics.

North Clinic40 Ann St, Salisbury 5108Get directions to North Clinic
South Clinic18-20 Scholefield Rd, Seacliff 5049Get directions to South Clinic

Clinics are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Prefer video? Jose also sees people by telehealth, wherever you are in Australia.

How will you pay?

Private, Medicare and NDIS clients are all welcome.

Private

No referral needed. You pay for each session directly.

See our current fees

Medicare

To claim a Medicare rebate, ask your GP about a chronic condition management plan. A referral on its own isn't enough. With a plan, Medicare covers part of the cost of a limited number of allied health sessions each year, and our team can explain what that means for you.

See our current fees

NDIS

We're a registered NDIS provider. Occupational therapy is usually funded under Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living in your NDIS plan. Once it's in your plan, you can send us a referral. Plan-managed, self-managed and NDIA-managed plans are all accepted.

Support coordinators: the key referral details are at the end of this page.

Send an NDIS referral

Not quite the right fit? Meet our other occupational therapists.

See all our occupational therapists

How do I get started?

Send us an enquiry and let us know you'd like to see Jose, or give us a call. We usually reply within 1 to 2 business days.

Enquire about Jose 08 8166 4700
  • A free first call. Our triage team will talk through your goals, your funding and where you'd like to meet. There's no cost for this call.
  • Then your first appointment with Jose. Appointments are charged at our usual fees.

Good to have ready

  • Medicare: your GP's chronic condition management plan
  • NDIS: your NDIS number and plan details, and who manages your plan

Not sure Jose is the right fit? Send an enquiry anyway, and our team will suggest someone.

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