Amy Hourigan

If you’re applying for the NDIS, you’ve probably heard that you’ll need strong evidence to support your application. For many people, this starts with getting the right diagnosis — but diagnosis alone isn’t always enough. What really determines NDIS access is showing how your disability affects your everyday life . This is where a Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) completed by a registered psychologist can make all the difference. It doesn’t just describe your condition — it helps the...

When it comes to the NDIS, psychosocial disability remains one of the most misunderstood and overlooked areas. While physical or intellectual disabilities are often clearly recognised, mental health-related disabilities can be harder for people to define, and even harder to talk about. Many people living with long-term mental health conditions, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe PTSD, may not realise that they could be eligible for NDIS funding. Others have heard conflicting...

When you’re preparing evidence for the NDIS, it can feel like a mountain of paperwork, therapy reports, assessments, forms, and updates from multiple providers. One of the most common points of confusion is understanding the difference between a Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) and a therapy report . While both are written by qualified allied health professionals, they serve very different purposes in the NDIS process. Knowing which one you need, and when, can make a big difference in...