Sometimes the path to adulthood just needs a little clearing.
Online Occupational Therapy Australia
Welcome to Happy Adapt
Happy Adapt is an Occupational Therapy practice, working with adolescents and adults who are navigating change, helping them tend to what matters and build the practical tools they need to move forward with confidence and clarity.
Meet Lisa
I'm an Occupational Therapist with a commitment to helping people navigate change. I founded Happy Adapt because I believe that OT isn't just about addressing deficits - it's about understanding the whole person, the season they're in and what they need to flourish. I bring a practical, evidence-based approach, working alongside you to build something that actually fits.
Lisa Maxey
AHPRA Registered Occupational Therapist
Who we help
We work with parents, carers and teachers of young people 15 to 25 years
We work with adolescents and young adults to help them put down strong roots. We collaborate closely with families and educators, because we know that strong growth happens when everyone is tending the same garden.
We work alongside health professionals to support your clients beyond the consultation room
We work collaboratively alongside GPs, Psychologists, Paediatricians and allied health professionals, bringing an evidence-based Occupational Therapy lens to support your clients.
We work with adults navigating major life changes
Change can arrive quietly or all at once. A new role, a health challenge, a shift in identity, a season of life that no longer fits.
If you're feeling stuck in the overgrowth, we work alongside you to identify what's getting in the way, build practical tools that fit your life, and help you find the conditions where you can thrive.
Getting started with Happy Adapt
1.
Schedule an initial phone call
Visit the booking page to schedule in a time for an initial chat.
2.
We'll have a conversation
Together we'll understand your situation and make sure we're the right fit.
3.
We begin
We'll create a clear plan and get to work, entirely online - no travelling needed.
What Happy Adapters are saying
“Her calm and compassionate style helped me feel genuinely listened to while building confidence to navigate real-life challenges. Lisa creates a supportive space where I felt comfortable being honest, exploring ideas, and finding practical ways forward.” - Kate, Young person
“Lisa provides the kind of steady support young people remember for years, helping them feel understood, capable, and more confident about their future.” - Chloe, Young person
“Lisa has a unique ability to see a problem from different perspectives which gives great clarity. Her strengths-based approach gave me both practical skills and confidence.” - Faye, Parent
“Working with Lisa brought clarity and relief. Lisa has a way of helping things finally make sense. Her supportive approach helped build confidence, self-understanding, and momentum.” - Jess, Adult
Ready to see the path to adulthood more clearly?
Whether you're a parent seeking support for your teenager, ready to tend to a new season for yourself, or a clinician looking for a trusted referral partner - we'd love to hear from you. There's no referral required to make an enquiry. Just reach out. You don’t need to do this stage alone.