Autism Psychologists and Therapists in Kingswood
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I provide therapy for individuals aged 18 and over as well as families, supporting clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I can see clients under the following arrangements:
Mental Health Care Plans (with Medicare rebates)
Victim Services Counselling (NSW Victims Support Scheme)
Workers Compensation / WorkCover
CTP (Compulsory Third Party) Insurance
Private fee-for-service
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I provide therapy for individuals aged 18 and over as well as families, supporting clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I can see clients under the following arrangements:
Mental Health Care Plans (with Medicare rebates)
Victim Services Counselling (NSW Victims Support Scheme)
Workers Compensation / WorkCover
CTP (Compulsory Third Party) Insurance
Private fee-for-service
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression, or if you’ve experienced trauma that feels difficult to put into words, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to face it alone.
I work with people who often feel stuck, shut down, or disconnected, especially those who’ve lived through trauma or complex life experiences. Together, we’ll use art and creativity to help you reconnect with your inner world, process difficult emotions, and find new ways forward — at your own pace.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or depression, or if you’ve experienced trauma that feels difficult to put into words, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to face it alone.
I work with people who often feel stuck, shut down, or disconnected, especially those who’ve lived through trauma or complex life experiences. Together, we’ll use art and creativity to help you reconnect with your inner world, process difficult emotions, and find new ways forward — at your own pace.
We have experience working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), schizophrenia, and those managing self-harm or suicidal ideation.
I want to work with you. I provide personalised, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. To ensure flexible and accessible support, we offer home and community visits across West and Southwest Sydney. Services outside of these areas can be provided via telehealth or upon request.
We have experience working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), schizophrenia, and those managing self-harm or suicidal ideation.
I want to work with you. I provide personalised, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs. To ensure flexible and accessible support, we offer home and community visits across West and Southwest Sydney. Services outside of these areas can be provided via telehealth or upon request.
She also has an emerging interest in ADHD and Autism, including assessment and treatment.
Arishna has also worked at various hospitals, including St John of God, where she co-ordinated the DBT Programs. Here she worked in a multidisciplinary team providing assessments, alongside individual and group therapy, in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
She also has an emerging interest in ADHD and Autism, including assessment and treatment.
Arishna has also worked at various hospitals, including St John of God, where she co-ordinated the DBT Programs. Here she worked in a multidisciplinary team providing assessments, alongside individual and group therapy, in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Jess works with clients who've experienced trauma or DV, a diagnosis of ASD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders or self-esteem issues.
Jess enjoys using a holistic and client-centered approach to help identify and harness each client's strengths and develop a range of strategies to build confidence, resilience, assertiveness and growth. Evidence-based tools are used to help clients overcome dysfunction, distress, low self-esteem and inner turmoil. Jess is an NDIS registered practitioner.
Jess works with clients who've experienced trauma or DV, a diagnosis of ASD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders or self-esteem issues.
Jess enjoys using a holistic and client-centered approach to help identify and harness each client's strengths and develop a range of strategies to build confidence, resilience, assertiveness and growth. Evidence-based tools are used to help clients overcome dysfunction, distress, low self-esteem and inner turmoil. Jess is an NDIS registered practitioner.
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As a queer, and neurodivergent clinician, my lived experience within the community aids me to innately empathise with experiences clients may be navigating.
My main mission is to create a warm and welcoming therapeutic space where everyone feels included and valued, especially those in the CLAD, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent communities. I love helping clients embrace and be kind to the parts of themselves they might find challenging, while also equipping them with the tools to navigate life's twists and turns.
As a queer, and neurodivergent clinician, my lived experience within the community aids me to innately empathise with experiences clients may be navigating.
My main mission is to create a warm and welcoming therapeutic space where everyone feels included and valued, especially those in the CLAD, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent communities. I love helping clients embrace and be kind to the parts of themselves they might find challenging, while also equipping them with the tools to navigate life's twists and turns.
I offer autism and ADHD assessments for adults.
I am based on-line, so can assess anyone around the world. My assessment reports can be used to apply for the NDIS- I am a clinical psychologist, and have had many reports approved by the NDIS.
I offer autism and ADHD assessments for adults.
I am based on-line, so can assess anyone around the world. My assessment reports can be used to apply for the NDIS- I am a clinical psychologist, and have had many reports approved by the NDIS.
I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, autism) and parents navigating these challenges.
I offer a warm, practical, and collaborative approach, drawing from CBT and ACT. My work is neuroaffirming and tailored to each individual. I support children, adolescents, adults, and families, and offer cognitive and ADHD assessments at a competitive rate with no waitlist. I also bulk bill the first two sessions with a valid GP referral.
I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, autism) and parents navigating these challenges.
I offer a warm, practical, and collaborative approach, drawing from CBT and ACT. My work is neuroaffirming and tailored to each individual. I support children, adolescents, adults, and families, and offer cognitive and ADHD assessments at a competitive rate with no waitlist. I also bulk bill the first two sessions with a valid GP referral.
Paula Garrido Clinical Psychologist NDIS
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Online Only
A safe, compassionate space for adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you're used to carrying things on your own. You may be feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or simply unsure about your next step in life. Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to face it alone
A safe, compassionate space for adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you're used to carrying things on your own. You may be feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or simply unsure about your next step in life. Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to face it alone
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults.
I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology degree from Macquarie University and have worked with children, adolescents and adults for more than 20 years (and I still love my job!). I use ACT, CBT, Schema Therapy, Trauma Focused Treatment and EMDR among other evidence based practices.
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults.
I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology degree from Macquarie University and have worked with children, adolescents and adults for more than 20 years (and I still love my job!). I use ACT, CBT, Schema Therapy, Trauma Focused Treatment and EMDR among other evidence based practices.
David Hawkins
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Burwood, NSW 2134
Waitlist for new clients
David offers comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum, attention deficit/hyperactivity, specific learning disorder (including dyslexia and dyscalculia) and intellectual disability.
David Hawkins is a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. David has worked in a variety of settings including public and private mental health services, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and large school systems. David's training encompasses a wide array of therapies, from the conversational model and cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) to dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), and short-term psychodynamic approaches.
David offers comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum, attention deficit/hyperactivity, specific learning disorder (including dyslexia and dyscalculia) and intellectual disability.
David Hawkins is a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. David has worked in a variety of settings including public and private mental health services, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, and large school systems. David's training encompasses a wide array of therapies, from the conversational model and cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) to dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), and short-term psychodynamic approaches.
I also work with neurodivergent clients .
I love working with diverse clients using different approaches that fits their needs and interests. My niche is Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Trauma, DV, Crisis and neurodivergence. Many of us have been experiencing various mental health challenges such as difficulty sleeping, depressed, stressed, overwhelmed, emotional disturbances, traumatised, affected by DV and crisis etc. The benefits of the therapy can be mental or emotional, physical, behavioural, and related to relationship or life. Some common benefits of therapy include better sleep, increased focus, reduce stress and improves emotional wellbeing. Your wellbeing is goal.
I also work with neurodivergent clients .
I love working with diverse clients using different approaches that fits their needs and interests. My niche is Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Trauma, DV, Crisis and neurodivergence. Many of us have been experiencing various mental health challenges such as difficulty sleeping, depressed, stressed, overwhelmed, emotional disturbances, traumatised, affected by DV and crisis etc. The benefits of the therapy can be mental or emotional, physical, behavioural, and related to relationship or life. Some common benefits of therapy include better sleep, increased focus, reduce stress and improves emotional wellbeing. Your wellbeing is goal.
Hi, I’m Trisha, mum of 4, including kiddies who have ADHD, ASD, ODD.
I will give you a safe place to work through your thoughts, identify obstacles and to begin putting goals in place to move forward. We will make plans for your future, create strategies to help with stress, anxiety, work, parenting, handling emotions and more.
Hi, I’m Trisha, mum of 4, including kiddies who have ADHD, ASD, ODD.
I will give you a safe place to work through your thoughts, identify obstacles and to begin putting goals in place to move forward. We will make plans for your future, create strategies to help with stress, anxiety, work, parenting, handling emotions and more.
I am currently offering assessment for Autism and ADHD, WPATH Trans Surgery Readiness assessment, as well as 1:1 therapy.
My name is Yelka, I am a psychologist and lead practitioner at Eccentric Minds - Psychology. As a psychologist, I practice in an authentically human way, which means you will see my personality, eccentricities, my house plants and my cat during sessions. I have experience working therapeutically with people from many different backgrounds, mental health concerns and life experiences in a client-centered way.
I am currently offering assessment for Autism and ADHD, WPATH Trans Surgery Readiness assessment, as well as 1:1 therapy.
My name is Yelka, I am a psychologist and lead practitioner at Eccentric Minds - Psychology. As a psychologist, I practice in an authentically human way, which means you will see my personality, eccentricities, my house plants and my cat during sessions. I have experience working therapeutically with people from many different backgrounds, mental health concerns and life experiences in a client-centered way.
I’m Emily Lewis, an online neurodivergent psychologist, counsellor and coach.
I offer a neuro-affirming, strengths-based approach that honours each person’s unique neurobiology and lived experience. Drawing on ACT, CFT, DBT skills, polyvagal and somatic approaches, I provide a supportive space for self-discovery and practical strategies for identity exploration, executive function, emotional regulation, burnout and self-compassion.
I’m Emily Lewis, an online neurodivergent psychologist, counsellor and coach.
I offer a neuro-affirming, strengths-based approach that honours each person’s unique neurobiology and lived experience. Drawing on ACT, CFT, DBT skills, polyvagal and somatic approaches, I provide a supportive space for self-discovery and practical strategies for identity exploration, executive function, emotional regulation, burnout and self-compassion.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your unique journey with ADHD &/or Adult ASD.
1. Welcome to a practice that validates your lived ADHD journey. My primary focus is on the assessment and diagnosis of ADHD & counselling If required, I also provide a report for medical diagnosis. I strictly adhere to the Australian Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 2022.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your unique journey with ADHD &/or Adult ASD.
1. Welcome to a practice that validates your lived ADHD journey. My primary focus is on the assessment and diagnosis of ADHD & counselling If required, I also provide a report for medical diagnosis. I strictly adhere to the Australian Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 2022.
I also support clients in exploring their neurotype (including autism and ADHD), and offer perinatal support for those navigating pregnancy, parenthood, birth trauma, and perinatal anxiety or OCD.
Approaching therapy with a trauma-informed, person-centered, and affirming lens, I utilise therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), EMDR, & Schema Therapy. These modalities are tailored to each client, following best practice guidelines.
I also support clients in exploring their neurotype (including autism and ADHD), and offer perinatal support for those navigating pregnancy, parenthood, birth trauma, and perinatal anxiety or OCD.
Approaching therapy with a trauma-informed, person-centered, and affirming lens, I utilise therapeutic modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), EMDR, & Schema Therapy. These modalities are tailored to each client, following best practice guidelines.
If you've been having difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma or have a child experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour, we can help you. You are looking for a tailored approach to suit your needs. You would like to see an experienced Clinical Psychologist who can help you to understand what is causing these difficulties and empower you to take science-backed steps to gain confidence and build the life you want.
If you've been having difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma or have a child experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour, we can help you. You are looking for a tailored approach to suit your needs. You would like to see an experienced Clinical Psychologist who can help you to understand what is causing these difficulties and empower you to take science-backed steps to gain confidence and build the life you want.
Hi, I’m Paige (she/her), a registered psychologist and proud trans woman dedicated to supporting individuals across diverse identities, relationships, and life experiences. I bring both professional expertise and lived experience into my work, offering an affirming, deeply informed perspective that recognises the impact of identity, community, and systemic factors on mental health. I am committed to providing inclusive, non-judgmental, and client-centred care that supports individuals to feel safe, seen, and understood.
Hi, I’m Paige (she/her), a registered psychologist and proud trans woman dedicated to supporting individuals across diverse identities, relationships, and life experiences. I bring both professional expertise and lived experience into my work, offering an affirming, deeply informed perspective that recognises the impact of identity, community, and systemic factors on mental health. I am committed to providing inclusive, non-judgmental, and client-centred care that supports individuals to feel safe, seen, and understood.
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Autism Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.