Our Story, Our People
Meet the team at
One 3 Care
Our Inspiration - Mark Ferguson
For many years our CEO’s husband, Mark Ferguson built a successful business advisory firm in the corporate sector. Its success was due to a 100% focus on client needs. In April 2023, Mark's life changed in an instant while on a family day out at the beach when one angry wave would deliver a cervical Spinal Cord Injury and Mark became an incomplete tetraplegic.
Navigating his own rehabilitation journey since 2023, Mark became determined to improve access to the kind of support he wished had been easier to find. This led him to advocate to establish One 3 Care so that people with neurological conditions can access the right help from Occupational Therapists who truly understand their condition
Our Clinical Lead - Renee Tay Zea
Areas of expertise:
Upper limb rehabilitation including managing tone, increasing strength and managing reduced sensation
Cognitive rehabilitation focussing upon assessment and practical strategies to manage daily demands
A deep understanding of fatigue and persistent pain
Equipment prescription and home modifications
Psychosocial support and strategies to understand their impact upon functioning
Functional Capacity Assessments
After graduating from the University of Queensland, Renee has spent the past 25 years in Brisbane specialising in adult neurological rehabilitation within the hospital, outpatient and home environments.
Renee understands that recovery from catastrophic injury, living with neurological deterioration or managing the demands of neurological recovery requires an understanding of the interplay between the physical, psychological and social demands upon a person and their family.
Renee has a deep understanding and respect for the body's ability to protect, heal and repair and is driven to understand how an injury may be impacting someone and advocate for change in their systems and environment. Renee works in a trauma informed way, pacing intervention and providing choices in managing fatigue, persistent pain and neurological recovery.
Renee is committed to the profession of occupational therapy, seeks out new research and development and maintains her professional ties with regular supervision and professional development.
Our CEO - Naomi Mawson
Naomi is an experienced photographer with a passion for blending creativity with efficiency, she is the founder of One 3 Care.
After years of building a successful career behind the lens, Naomi’s life took a new direction when she became a caregiver to her husband following his spinal cord injury. The experience not only deepened her compassion and problem-solving skills, but also sparked a new purpose—helping others in the healthcare space.
With her strong organisational skills, problem-solving mindset, and a deep sense of empathy, Naomi has made an effortless transition into the role of Chief Everything Officer for One 3. She’s committed to helping the business grow and bring fresh ideas to life while ensuring that the care provided to clients always comes first.
Why the name One 3 Care?
One 3 Care is an Occupational Therapy practice focused on supporting people with neurological and functional challenges to improve independence and everyday function.
The name One 3 reflects the three key components of the nervous system - the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. These systems work together to control movement, sensation, and how the body functions. When one part is affected, the entire system can be impacted.
At One 3 Care, we take a whole person approach to therapy, recognising the connection between the nervous system and everyday life.
Our practice is built on strong clinical supervision, where therapists receive ongoing mentoring and guidance from experienced Clinical Leaders. This ensures our clients benefit from collaborative expertise, high-quality care, and a well supported therapy team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Services do you offer?
We provide Occupational Therapy support to adults and teens with neurological conditions, including:
Functional Neurological Disorder, Spinal Cord Injury, Motor Neurone Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Brain Tumour and Brain Cancer, Traumatic Brain Injury and Stroke as well as other progressive neurological conditions.
We provide Occupational Therapy Support for Adult and Pediatric Persistent Pain.
Where Can I access services?
Appointments can be made at our clinic space at Woolloongabba, alternatively we can arrange a home visit in Brisbane and surrounds or tele health appointments are offerred nation-wide
Is there a cost for travel?
Time taken for the Therapist to attend home appointments will be billed at the hourly rate relevant to the funding body. Please contact us by email or call us on 0434 131 333 with any questions.
Where relevant, therapy sessions can be conducted remotely via Telehealth.
How do I make a referral?
You can submit your referral via our online referral form. You may also call our office on 0434 131 333 during office hours, Monday to Friday if you have any questions or need to discuss any aspect of your referral.
Who can make a referral?
Referrals can be made by clients, support coordinators, a treating professional or anyone involved in the client's care.
Do you accept private referrals?
We also accept referrals for those who wish to privately fund their services.
How can I fund my therapy?
There are a number of funding organisations and bodies that subsidise Occupational Therapy services. Some of these include:
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
National Insurance Injury Scheme Qld (NIISQ)
Private Health Funds
Privately funded
Chronic Care Management Plan (GP)
Workcover
Can I claim through my private health fund?
Some private health funds offer a rebate for Occupational Therapy services. Please review your level of cover and discuss with your health fund to understand the out of pocket expenses you may incur. You are responsible for reimbursement through your health fund.
Can I claim through Medicare?
If you have been referred by your GP under a Chronic Disease Management Plan (formerly known as Enhanced Primary Care), you are eligible for a Medicare rebate. You are responsible for reimbursement through Medicare.
How can I pay my invoice?
Invoices for our services will be sent to the nominated person. We accept payment via direct deposit.
How far do you travel?
Brisbane & Surrounds
Nation-wide outreach via Telehealth
Is there a cost for travel?
Time taken for the Therapist to attend appointments will be billed at the hourly rate relevant to the funding body. Please contact us by email or call us on 0434 131 333 with any questions.
Where relevant, therapy sessions can be conducted remotely via Telehealth.
Can you come to my home?
Yes - we believe that the best rehabilitation is achieved at home practising the skills you need in your environment and community.
What if I am outside your service area?
We offer State-Wide outreach via Telehealth appointments. Please contact us by email or call us on
0434 131 333 to discuss whether this could be an option for you