We want everyone to be able to access mental healthcare.
Auckland Occupational Therapy Ltd was founded to provide thoughtful, culturally responsive mental health support that is grounded in practical change. Our work is centred on helping individuals participate in everyday life with greater confidence, stability and independence.
Transforming mental health care
Our vision is to be the leading provider of adult mental health occupational therapy services in Auckland, an easily accessible service that empowers individuals to achieve wellness and participation in their everyday activities.
We believe that mental health support should be practical, respectful and collaborative. Our approach is:
Person-centred
Strengths-based
Trauma-informed
Culturally responsive
Focused on real-life application
We recognise that mental health challenges affect more than thoughts or emotions. They impact daily routines, roles, relationships and identity. Occupational therapy looks at the full picture and supports sustainable change.
Meet Sheetal, PGCert
Sheetal Naidu has worked in the mental health field for over 19 years, having worked as a rehab coach/psych assistant in residential, respite, acute services and then after completing her Occupational Therapy degree in 2016, worked in community Mental Health Services and Acute Adult Inpatient Services. Sheetal has completed her Postgraduate Certificate in Mental Health and Addictions. She has an interest in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and is particularly passionate about sensory modulation, and "journey to work".
“I was able to go home and reflect on what I’d need to do to improve my situation and get the mental help with Sheetal’s advice on how to get through to my GP.”
— Anonymous