FND Support Circle - Find your FND Community - Be Seen and Heard -
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FND Support Circle - Find your FND Community - Be Seen and Heard - 〰️
Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Treatment and Support in Brisbane
Functional Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is a condition that affects how the brain sends and receives signals to the body, leading to symptoms such as weakness, movement difficulties, tremor, or functional seizures.
People living with FND often experience very real and disabling neurological symptoms that can significantly affect movement, independence, and everyday life.
Occupational therapy can play an important role in helping people retrain movement, manage symptoms, and return to everyday activities.
At One 3 Care, we support people with FND to understand their symptoms, retrain movement and daily functioning, and gradually return to meaningful activities.
At One 3 Care, we specialise in supporting people living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) through trauma-informed, inclusive, and evidence-based occupational therapy. We understand the heartbreak, confusion, and frustration that comes with navigating FND and we’re here to help you regain control over your life..
We’re excited to welcome clients into our new clinic space in Woolloongabba dedicated to Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
This calm, supportive space is designed to meet the unique needs of FND clients and is now open for bookings.
Clinic appointments are available every Wednesday, home visits by appointment and nationwide outreach via telehealth.
What is Functional Neurological Disorder?
Functional Neurological Disorder occurs when the brain has difficulty sending and receiving signals to the body correctly.
This can lead to symptoms that look similar to neurological diseases such as stroke, epilepsy, or movement disorders. Common symptoms may include:
Difficulty walking or balance problems
Limb weakness or paralysis
Tremors or abnormal movements
Functional (non-epileptic) seizures
Fatigue and cognitive overload
Dizziness or sensory changes
Although these symptoms can be frightening and disruptive, research shows that many people can improve with the right understanding and rehabilitation support.
You might experience:
Sudden weakness or tremors
Gait or balance issues
Dissociative episodes (non-epileptic seizures)
Sensory changes (numbness, tingling)
Cognitive difficulties (memory, focus)
Crushing fatigue
Slurred, slowed, or stuttered speech
Changes in Vision
Tremors, jerky movements, or twitches
Read our latest Blog:
Real, raw & remarkable- an FND lived experience story
Our Approach to Treatment for Functional Neurological Disorder
We work together to develop a clear understanding of how FND is affecting your nervous system and daily life.
This often includes:
education about current research and understanding of FND
identifying patterns in symptoms
understanding triggers and flare cycles
Developing this understanding can help reduce fear and uncertainty around symptoms.
FND symptoms can disrupt normal movement patterns.
Occupational therapy supports people to gradually retrain movement and daily activity skills through practical rehabilitation approaches.
This may include:
graded re-engagement with daily activities
movement retraining in real-life tasks
rebuilding confidence in movement and mobility
Many people with FND experience boom bust cycles where they push through symptoms on good days, followed by significant flare-ups.
We help people recognise these patterns and develop strategies that support more stable and sustainable activity levels.
Our focus is always on helping people return to the activities that matter most to them.
This may include:
returning to work or study
rebuilding daily routines
increasing community participation
developing sustainable activity pacing strategies
Why Occupational Therapy Helps
Occupational therapists focus on how symptoms affect everyday life.
Rather than focusing only on the diagnosis, we work with people to rebuild the skills, confidence, and routines needed to participate in daily activities.
This functional approach can be particularly helpful for people living with FND because symptoms often fluctuate and affect multiple areas of life.
✔️ Specialist FND experience with a biopsychosocial approach
✔️ Trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, LGBTQ+ inclusive care
✔️ One-on-one therapy tailored to your needs and identity
✔️ Brisbane-based with in-person and nation-wide telehealth
options
Why Choose us
Connect with your FND Community:
Attend our Monthly In-Person Peer Support Group
in Brisbane
Meet others who get it in a safe supported space. Share strategies, feel supported, be seen and heard.
If you’d like to keep in touch with other peer support meet up group members please head on over to our private facebook group.
If you or someone you support is living with Functional Neurological Disorder and would like to explore whether occupational therapy may help, we welcome enquiries and referrals.
We support adolescents and adults living with Functional Neurological Disorder.
You don’t have to do this alone. We’re here to walk alongside you.
One 3 Care runs an FND clinic weekly on a Wednesday. You’ll work directly with our Senior OT & FND Specialist.
Together, you’ll map out practical ways to manage symptoms, regain function, and find balance again..
Referrals & Information for Clinicians
We welcome referrals and collaboration from neurologists, psychologists, physiotherapists, speech pathologists, GPs and other health professionals supporting people living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
The FND Support Circle at One 3 Care is a monthly, occupational therapist-facilitated peer support group based in Brisbane.
The group provides a safe, inclusive and structured environment where participants can:
Reduce social isolation
Build confidence and self-management skills
Share lived experiences in a supported setting
Increase engagement in meaningful daily activities
This group is designed to complement individual therapy and multidisciplinary rehabilitation.
You are welcome to share this option with clients who may benefit.
Download the clinician flyer here:
👉 [Download FND Support Group Flyer]
If you would like to discuss suitability for a particular client or explore collaborative care options, please feel free to contact our team.
