Miss Heather Bowie is an Occupational Therapist (OT) based in Engadine, NSW. She works out of 49 Station Street, Engadine NSW 2233. Her focus is on helping people build skills for everyday life, especially when hands, wrists, and movement need a bit of extra support.
In many cases, therapy starts with a clear look at how someone is managing day to day. This can include things like fine motor skills, using fingers in a careful way, and doing tasks that require hand control. At times, small changes can make a big difference. Heather helps people break down activities and find practical ways to get through them more easily.
Heather also teaches adaptive techniques for daily activities. That might mean learning a new way to dress, eat, write, or manage other routine jobs. The aim is not just to “do it perfectly”, but to find strategies that fit real life. Plans are usually based on what matters most day to day, and what feels doable at the moment.
Another key part of her work is creating personalised exercise programs. These programs are about building strength, control, and comfort in a steady way. They can also help with confidence, because people often feel better when they can see progress over time.
For people who spend lots of time on work tasks, Heather can also help with ergonomic assessments. This looks at workspaces and how they are set up, with the goal of reducing strain. Simple tweaks to how someone sits, reaches, or organises their tools can help prevent flare-ups and make tasks feel more manageable.
Heather’s approach is calm and practical. She focuses on understanding the problem from the ground up—what’s making things hard, what supports are already in place, and what might help next. Over time, that usually leads to clearer routines, better comfort, and more independence.
If you’re looking for an OT in the Engadine area, Heather can help with assessing and improving fine motor skills, teaching adaptive daily techniques, building personalised exercise programs, and checking ergonomics for workspaces.