Mr Michael Fitzgerald is an Occupational Therapist (OT) based in Lathlain, WA. His clinic is at 42 Bishopsgate Street, Lathlain WA 6100. Michael helps people build the everyday skills they need to live, learn, work, and manage daily routines with more confidence.
Occupational therapy is about real life. That can mean looking at how someone does dressing, cooking, personal care, and home tasks. It can also mean supporting routines at work or school, and figuring out what gets in the way day to day. Michael’s approach stays practical and focused on what matters most to the person and their family.
In many cases, he supports clients who need help after changes in their health, or who are finding it harder to do everyday activities. This might include challenges with hand use, coordination, and planning steps for tasks. At times, people also need help improving how their body and mind manage day to day demands, like getting organised, managing energy, and using strategies that actually fit into life.
Michael offers assessment of daily living skills, so you get a clear picture of what’s going well and what’s getting stuck. From there, he works on personalized treatment plans. These plans usually focus on building skills gradually, using goals that make sense for home, school, or work.
He also helps with adaptive equipment when it’s needed. That can include guidance on choosing and using tools to make tasks easier and safer. Sometimes the right equipment makes a big difference straight away, and it can also reduce strain while skills are still growing.
Fine motor skills are another key area. Michael provides guidance on improving hand strength, control, and coordination. This can be especially helpful for people who need support with smaller movements, like using utensils, writing, doing fastenings, or handling daily items without frustration.
Overall, Michael’s work is about small, steady progress. He focuses on practical strategies, clear steps, and support that helps people stay engaged in their usual activities, even when things feel tough.