The Inner Circle by Verve OT Learning is a professional membership designed specifically for Occupational therapists working in the NDIS space.
It’s a one-stop hub for practical training, expert guidance and real-time support to help therapists navigate the complexity of the NDIS with confidence.
Whether you are a new grad, sole trader or experienced clinician, the Inner Circle provides access to clinical resources, weekly live Q&As, report templates and writing guides, guest OT masterclasses and a community of over 400 OTs who share the same challenges and passion for great outcomes.
It’s designed to take the guesswork out of NDIS OT practice, so that therapists can focus on doing what they do best: helping their clients thrive.
With over 20 years of OT experience, including a decade of navigating the NDIS, I understand the challenges you face.
Whether you're new to OT, a seasoned therapist or a sole trader balancing clinical practice with administrative burdens, the complexities of the NDIS can feel overwhelming. I see you, and I know what you’re up against.
And that’s why the Inner Circle was created – to lighten the load and provide OTs with the tools and support they need to thrive.
Whether it’s step-by-step guidance, ready-to-use templates or access to a community of experts who’ve been in your shoes, the Inner Circle is here to help you navigate the NDIS with clarity and confidence.
It’s more than just a resource hub; it’s a trusted companion to support you in delivering exceptional outcomes for your clients while simplifying your workload."
- Sarah Collison, founder of Verve OT Learning
The Inner Circle is built for Occupational Therapists working in or entering the NDIS space, particularly those who are seeking clarity, confidence and community as they navigate the ever-changing landscape of the scheme.
It’s not just for one stage of career. It’s for any OT who wants to build capability and reduce overwhelm while staying current and connected.
Ideal for:
- New Grads - unsure how to apply theory, seeking guidance and confidence
- Early Career OTs (1–3 yrs) - competent but overwhelmed by reports, SIL/SDA, and rule changes
- Sole Traders/Contractors - working solo, craving peer support and practical tools
- Burnt Out OTs - clinically skilled but drowning in admin and shifting guidelines
- Returning OTs - rebuilding confidence after a break, needing flexible, low-pressure support
- Team Leaders - looking for a trusted resource to support and upskill their team
Let’s talk about what’s really getting in the way
"I’m constantly second-guessing if I’m doing it right."
Challenge: Confusion about NDIS expectations, rules and what's considered 'reasonable and necessary'.
Solution: Get clear on what the NDIA are looking for. Our Q&A and NDIS Insight sessions break it down so you can stop guessing and start feeling confident.
"Supervision isn’t cutting it,
I need answers now."
Challenge: Inconsistent or delayed supervision support when dealing with urgent clinical questions.
Solution: Our searchable resource hub, pre-recorded sessions and regular live Q&As mean help is always at your fingertips when you need it most.
"I want to grow, but I don’t have time to figure out what I need to learn."
Challenge: Professional development feels like one more overwhelming thing to manage.
Solution: We’ve done the curation for you. Get straight to what matters with targeted trainings that fit your schedule and career stage.
"I feel like I’m the only one who doesn’t get this."
Challenge: Isolation, especially for sole traders or new grads feeling out of their depth.
Solution: You’re not alone. Join a community of 400+ OTs who share advice, ask questions and learn together — no judgment, just support.
"My report was rejected – again."
Challenge: Rejections, requests for more evidence or ambiguous feedback from the NDIA.
Solution: Access proven report templates, real-life examples and expert tips so your clinical reasoning lands the first time.
"I feel like I’m drowning in admin instead of doing OT."
Challenge: Emotional fatigue and burnout from admin overload, especially documentation and compliance tasks.
Solution: We show you shortcuts, time-saving tools and examples to take the mental load off so you can get back to the parts of OT you actually love.
Positive outcomes
Imagine what’s possible when you have the right support
Understand the NDIS like an insider
Before: The scheme feels like a moving target. You're constantly playing catch-up with changes.
After: You’ll know what’s current, what’s changed and how to adapt your practice thanks to regular updates, deep dives and real-time Q&A sessions.
Save hours each week on admin and mental load
Before: You're spending too much time figuring out what to say, how to justify supports or where to find resources.
After: You'll access ready-to-use tools, wording examples and clinical guidance that save time and reduce decision fatigue.
Deliver better outcomes for your clients
Before: You might feel unsure how to approach complex cases like SDA, SIL or 24/7 supports.
After: You’ll apply knowledge from masterclasses and real case examples to build stronger justifications, advocate more effectively and get supports funded that truly meet client needs.
Feel connected and supported in your role
Before: You're working in isolation or stuck in your own head, wondering if you're doing it right.
After: You’ll be part of a community of OTs who share their wins, struggles, and wisdom — so you never feel like you’re doing it alone again.
Write reports with confidence
Before: You're unsure if your reasoning meets NDIA expectations. Reports get questioned or delayed.
After: You’ll confidently structure your reasoning, use evidence-based templates and submit reports that align with funding rules — reducing revisions and rejections.
From overwhelmed to empowered
How one OT transformed her confidence in the NDIS
When I first connected with Anna, a sole trader OT working in rural Victoria, she was on the verge of burnout. She loved working with her clients, but the paperwork, shifting rules and constant second-guessing around report writing were wearing her down. She’d spend hours Googling NDIS guidelines late at night, rewriting reports based on vague feedback and wondering if she was even doing it right. Despite her years of clinical experience, the NDIS had left her feeling uncertain and alone.
Anna joined the Inner Circle after hearing about it through another OT. At first, she simply watched a few on-demand masterclasses in the background while finishing notes. Then she started attending weekly Q&As, submitting questions and leaning into the community space. She realised she wasn’t alone. That the confusion, frustration and information overload were shared experiences and that practical help was just a few clicks away.
Within a few months, Anna’s entire approach to NDIS work shifted. She began using the templates and examples from the resource hub to write faster, clearer reports. She felt more confident citing the right rules and evidence. When her first SDA report was approved without any questions, she emailed us: “I finally feel like I know what I’m doing. This has taken a huge weight off my shoulders.”
Anna now shares her insights in the Q&A chat and has even presented a mini case study for other members.
She’s not just surviving NDIS work anymore, she’s thriving.
This is exactly why the Inner Circle exists.
What you will find Inside
Weekly live Q&A sessions
Members can bring their clinical questions, NDIS frustrations and tricky scenarios.
Each week, members join a live session where they can:
- Ask anything (literally, no question is too small or too complex) and have it answered in real time
- Hear how others are navigating similar challenges and learn from these experiences
- Get timely support and reassurance when you need it most, enabling increased productivity and reduced procrastination
- Recordings are uploaded to the resouce hub so members never miss out. The Q&A sessions are timestamped for easy access to topics
- The hub is also accessible via app so members can listen to weekly sessions when driving to and from appointments.
Guest experts & specialist masterclasses
OT masterclasses are held monthly and feature guest presenters who are leaders in their field.
Members hear from experts on:
- Legal and ethical issues
- Advocacy and safeguarding
- Funding rules and appeals
- Complex case navigation
- Real insight from OTs and professionals who get the NDIS.
- NDIS monthly insights sessions tackle the current challenges and concerns therapists are facing in real time. Sessions unpack the latest changes and provide:
- Clarity on the impact to OT service delivery
- Practical solutions to address barriers or delays that might occur
- Opportunity for discussion and problem solving with peers.
Templates, workbooks & checklists
Therapists don’t need to start from scratch. The Inner Circle provides:
- Report templates, writing guides and sample wording to help navigate report preparation
- Clinical reasoning prompts to provide clarity and insight
- Easy-to-use assessment tools and questionnaires
- Checklists to guide best-practice NDIS processes
- All resources are downloadable and ready to use immediately.
Supportive OT community
You’ll never feel like you’re doing it alone again. Inside the Inner Circle:
- Connect with 400+ OTs across Australia
- Share wins, get feedback and troubleshoot together
- Find your people – the ones who understand both OT and the NDIS. It's the team you didn’t know you needed.
PLUS +
Members also get 10% discount on our 90+ online training workshops
What do our members say?
I love everything about the inner circle
There is a lot I am getting for me membership.
The weekly inner circle Q&A are amazing because I know if I have a burning question I do not have to wait too long to get it answered. I listen to the recording and there is always something I get out of them.
The templates are amazing thankyou. Oh the master-classes even better.
Thankyou for the time you put into this.
Due to family circumstances I had to start my own practice sooner than I would have liked.
I couldn't have done it without Sarah and the Inner Circle.
It provides top shelf templates, guidance and other resources to give you the confidence in what you're doing, plus the weekly ability to as Sarah any curly questions you might have in the live Q&A.
Add in a monthly masterclass and NDIS insights and I feel very supported.
Totally worth it.
Sarah, thanks for your welcome email. I’ve spent some time going through the Verve site this evening and I am so impressed by the training/information/access to assessments/reports etc available to members! It really is a fabulous site.
I have worked in public health for quite a few years, mostly in the NDIS space in a public hospital, supporting people (mostly with neurological deficits) access the NDIS pathway through to housing in a lot of cases. I’ve recently made the decision to leave the health system and go out on my own. This is week one, and I’ve suddenly found the process of being out of the safety of health, very daunting. However, but chance, I’ve stumbled upon your website today, and I’ve suddenly found a whole lot of support!
So, I just wanted to say, thank you in advance. This is going to be incredibly helpful!
