Katie Buchan is an Occupational Therapist (OT) based in Tamworth, NSW. She works with people who need practical support to manage everyday life, especially when day-to-day tasks feel harder than they used to. Katie looks after clients in the Tamworth area, including those living around 2200 Ogunbill Road, Tamworth NSW 2340.
Occupational therapy is about doing the things that matter in daily life. That might be getting dressed, preparing meals, getting around the home, managing routines, or keeping up with hobbies and roles. Katie supports clients to break down these activities into smaller steps, then works out what gets in the way and what helps.
In many cases, this involves a careful assessment of daily living activities. Katie also helps create personalised activity plans that suit the person’s goals, energy levels, and day-to-day needs. Some days are steady, and some days are not. So the plan is built to be realistic, not perfect.
Katie can also help with adaptive equipment and strategies. If the right tool or technique can make a task easier, safer, or less tiring, she’ll talk through options and help a client get used to them. At times, it’s the small changes that make the biggest difference.
Another part of the work is training in energy conservation techniques. This is useful for people who get worn out quickly or who need to pace themselves through busy days. Katie helps clients learn ways to plan activities, rest before they crash, and reduce strain while still staying involved in life.
Over time, the aim is confidence. People often come in feeling stuck or worried about falling behind. Katie helps them find workable ways forward, one routine at a time. Even when progress is slow, the focus stays on practical steps and what’s achievable right now.
If you’re looking for an OT in Tamworth who focuses on everyday function and hands-on planning, Katie Buchan may be a good fit. Her work centres on support that’s clear, practical, and based around what you actually need at home and in your daily routine.