How to Find an NDIS Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist or Psychologist in Canberra Without a 6-Month Waitlist (2026)

Across Canberra and Queanbeyan, demand for NDIS Capacity Building — Improved Daily Living ( 0128 Therapeutic Supports ) and Early Childhood Intervention ( 0118 ) is at an all-time high. While some brick-and-mortar clinics in Deakin or Bruce carry 3- to 6-month waitlists for Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs) or paediatric therapy, Canberra also has over 155 registered NDIS therapeutic support providers —many offering mobile in-home, school-based, and telehealth appointments with immediate intake. 1. Official 2025–26 ACT NDIS Allied Health Hourly Price Limits Canberra and the ACT fall under the National Non-Remote NDIS Pricing Arrangements. Under the 2025–26 price guide, providers cannot charge NDIA-Managed or Plan-Managed participants more than these maximum hourly caps: Allied Health Discipline NDIS Line Item ACT Hourly Cap (2025–26) Occupational Therapist (OT) — Assessments, FCA, Home Mods & AT 15_617_0128_1_3 $193.99 / hr Speech Pathologist — Communication, AAC & Mealtime Management 15_622_0128_1_3 $193.99 / hr Physiotherapist — Mobility, Neurological Rehab & Hydrotherapy 15_055_0128_1_3 $193.99 / hr Registered Psychologist — Therapy & Cognitive Assessments 1