“Your brain isn’t wrong — it’s wired for a different kind of brilliance.”

Support for Neurodiversity

Neurodiversity refers to the natural differences in how people’s brains think, learn, and experience the world. This includes conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. A neuroaffirming approach recognises these differences as part of human diversity—not problems to be fixed—and focuses on supporting each child’s unique strengths, needs, and identity in safe, respectful, and empowering ways.

Services

Assessments and Reports

I provide comprehensive psychological and neurodevelopmental assessments to support neurodiverse individuals across the lifespan. These assessments help guide therapy, school supports, and NDIS pathways, and are designed to complement multidisciplinary input. I also offer individual learning plans tailored for schools to ensure students receive appropriate accommodations. The process is collaborative, respectful, and aimed at fostering deeper understanding and effective support.

Individual Therapy

Therapy for neurodiverse clients integrates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) to build practical life skills, including self-care routines, emotional regulation strategies, understanding their unique nervous system, executive functioning support, and social skills training. The focus is on increasing self-awareness, confidence, and real-world coping skills through tailored, strengths-based approaches.

Trauma Treatment

Neurodiverse individuals are more vulnerable to trauma due to factors like exclusion, sensory overwhelm, and unmet emotional needs — which can impact emotional regulation, self-esteem, and a sense of safety. Trauma therapy is adapted to be neuroaffirming, fully respecting sensory sensitivities, communication differences, and regulation needs. This includes pacing sessions to prevent overwhelm, fostering trust and safety, and using methods like EMDR with modified bilateral stimulation (e.g. tactile or auditory). The goal is to empower neurodiverse young people with strategies, self-understanding, and support to navigate life’s challenges — always grounded in their unique strengths, values, and neurotype.

FAQS

  • An assessment can be a valuable step if you are seeking:

    • Greater clarity about emotional regulation, attention, executive functioning, or social differences

    • Support for navigating school, work, or daily life challenges

    • Guidance for therapy planning or NDIS support applications

    • A better understanding of how neurodiversity or emotional patterns impact functioning

    If you're unsure whether an assessment is the right next step, feel free to reach out — I'm happy to discuss your individual situation.

  • I offer neurodevelopmental assessments and reports for children (7 years and older), adolescents, and adults (Adult-specific services are outlined in the Adults page.)

  • Assessments are comprehensive and tailored to individual needs. They typically include:

    • A detailed clinical interview (with the client and/or parent/carer)

    • Use of validated psychological and neurodevelopmental assessment tools

    • Thorough report writing with clear, practical recommendations

    • A feedback session to explain the results and next steps

  • Fees start from $150 per hour.
    The total cost depends on the scope of the assessment (e.g., number of areas assessed, report requirements). A personalised quote will be provided after the initial intake.

  • If you are self-managed or plan-managed under the NDIS, you may be able to use your funding for assessments and therapy services. Support may be funded under:

    • Capacity Building (e.g., Improved Daily Living)

    • Core Supports (for emotional regulation, life skills development)

    Please note: NDIS funding typically covers assessments when they are part of therapy planning or support needs, but not for diagnostic purposes alone.

  • Yes. Reports are tailored to your needs and can be used for:

    • School accommodations (e.g., Individual Learning Plans)

    • NDIS therapy recommendations

    • Emotional regulation and behaviour support planning

    • Guiding therapy approaches (e.g., trauma-informed or neuroaffirming care)

  • I offer psychological and neurodevelopmental assessments that help guide therapy, inform school supports, and contribute to NDIS applications or broader care planning. I do not provide formal cognitive testing (e.g. WISC, WAIS) or conduct formal Autism diagnostic assessments such as the ADOS. If these are required, I may recommend referral to a specialist provider to ensure you receive the most appropriate and comprehensive support.