Autism Counselling in Newcastle, NSW
, Intellectual Disability, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, etc.
Dr. Hall practices in several key specialties including psychotherapy for ID, ASD, ADHD, Psychosis, and Couple Therapy. She works on a research project for Buddhist psychotherapy intervention. Her research project has been presented at the 2023 APA Convention, 2024 The 13th Biennial National Multicultural Conference and Summit and 2024 APA Convention.
, Intellectual Disability, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, etc.
Dr. Hall practices in several key specialties including psychotherapy for ID, ASD, ADHD, Psychosis, and Couple Therapy. She works on a research project for Buddhist psychotherapy intervention. Her research project has been presented at the 2023 APA Convention, 2024 The 13th Biennial National Multicultural Conference and Summit and 2024 APA Convention.
Perhaps it's stress, anxiety or depression, your neurodivergent identity (ADHD/ Autism), the assessment process (I can provide post diagnosis support/coaching for ADHD and Autism), the executive functions of the brain or substance use difficulties.
My style is: Warm, compassionate & supportive with a dash of humour. I am a parent, neurodivergent ally, psychologist and life long learner. Our initial session: is an opportunity for us to get to know one another, to chat about what you would like help with... what you would like to be doing more of (or less of) during our time together.
Perhaps it's stress, anxiety or depression, your neurodivergent identity (ADHD/ Autism), the assessment process (I can provide post diagnosis support/coaching for ADHD and Autism), the executive functions of the brain or substance use difficulties.
My style is: Warm, compassionate & supportive with a dash of humour. I am a parent, neurodivergent ally, psychologist and life long learner. Our initial session: is an opportunity for us to get to know one another, to chat about what you would like help with... what you would like to be doing more of (or less of) during our time together.
This includes Autism, ADHD and Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics assessments
At Begin Again Therapy, we are a team of caring and experienced Newcastle psychologists who recognise the importance of relationships in facilitating healing. We have created a psychology clinic with the intention of prioritising safety, connection and compassion. We endeavour to empower people to step into a place of vulnerability and find the strength to embrace their humanness. Working collaboratively, we select and integrate well-researched approaches based on your unique needs, strengths and resources.
This includes Autism, ADHD and Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics assessments
At Begin Again Therapy, we are a team of caring and experienced Newcastle psychologists who recognise the importance of relationships in facilitating healing. We have created a psychology clinic with the intention of prioritising safety, connection and compassion. We endeavour to empower people to step into a place of vulnerability and find the strength to embrace their humanness. Working collaboratively, we select and integrate well-researched approaches based on your unique needs, strengths and resources.
Renee also specialises in conducting assessments for Autism, ADHD, and learning disorders across all age groups, encompassing children, adolescents, and adults.
Renee is a compassionate and approachable psychologist, known for her warm and friendly demeanour. Her primary focus is on fostering a secure and trusting environment in her therapeutic relationships, which enables a cooperative approach where she dedicates time to comprehending the unique requirements and aspirations of each individual. Renee draws upon a diverse array of therapeutic techniques in her approach to care, including: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy Neurofeedback Mindfulness-based strategies Interpersonal therapies Renee tailors her approach to suit the distinct needs of her clients.
Renee also specialises in conducting assessments for Autism, ADHD, and learning disorders across all age groups, encompassing children, adolescents, and adults.
Renee is a compassionate and approachable psychologist, known for her warm and friendly demeanour. Her primary focus is on fostering a secure and trusting environment in her therapeutic relationships, which enables a cooperative approach where she dedicates time to comprehending the unique requirements and aspirations of each individual. Renee draws upon a diverse array of therapeutic techniques in her approach to care, including: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy Neurofeedback Mindfulness-based strategies Interpersonal therapies Renee tailors her approach to suit the distinct needs of her clients.
Shelley Puru - Harmony Well-being Services
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Do you have children with behaviours that are challenging, diagnosis’ of ADHD, Autism or similar?
Harmony Well-being Services specialises in holistic counselling and psychotherapy for children, youth and individuals, using an eclectic and whole of family approach to address different aspects of a person’s life. Each case is treated as unique and an individual plan is created with the input of the client. You are the expert in your own life!
Do you have children with behaviours that are challenging, diagnosis’ of ADHD, Autism or similar?
Harmony Well-being Services specialises in holistic counselling and psychotherapy for children, youth and individuals, using an eclectic and whole of family approach to address different aspects of a person’s life. Each case is treated as unique and an individual plan is created with the input of the client. You are the expert in your own life!
I specialise in the diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, learning disorders, intellectual disabilities, and mental health conditions.
As a psychologist committed to empowering individuals to thrive, my approach is grounded in understanding, compassion, and practical strategies. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to explore and address the root causes of your challenges, while supporting your unique journey toward growth and healing.
I offer evidence-based therapy tailored to your needs, whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or major life transitions. My focus is on providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely and feel truly heard.
I specialise in the diagnosis of Autism, ADHD, learning disorders, intellectual disabilities, and mental health conditions.
As a psychologist committed to empowering individuals to thrive, my approach is grounded in understanding, compassion, and practical strategies. I believe therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to explore and address the root causes of your challenges, while supporting your unique journey toward growth and healing.
I offer evidence-based therapy tailored to your needs, whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or major life transitions. My focus is on providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely and feel truly heard.
I support people with Depression, Anxiety disorders, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, relationship issues and work stress.
I believe that trust is the highest form of human motivation and tricky situations challenge it in ourselves. We can have strengths that are as salient and unique as the barriers we face. My clients can have a good insight into themselves or their situation. They may have qualities that set them up for life or have achievements and yet experience significant setbacks that impact their mental health. I work with young people and adults from the diaspora, immigrants or of a multi-racial background navigating change in a personal or professional context. I also work with girls & women across the life-span.
I support people with Depression, Anxiety disorders, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, relationship issues and work stress.
I believe that trust is the highest form of human motivation and tricky situations challenge it in ourselves. We can have strengths that are as salient and unique as the barriers we face. My clients can have a good insight into themselves or their situation. They may have qualities that set them up for life or have achievements and yet experience significant setbacks that impact their mental health. I work with young people and adults from the diaspora, immigrants or of a multi-racial background navigating change in a personal or professional context. I also work with girls & women across the life-span.
for ADHD & Autism), Cultural & Identity Experiences and, navigating Professionalism and the Person.
I specialise in women's anxiety & depression, neurodivergent-affirming practices and those navigating cultural & identity experiences, and/or their personal and professional identity.
for ADHD & Autism), Cultural & Identity Experiences and, navigating Professionalism and the Person.
I specialise in women's anxiety & depression, neurodivergent-affirming practices and those navigating cultural & identity experiences, and/or their personal and professional identity.
Assessment services for adult autism and ADHD.
The Divergent Edge providers a strengths based service delivered by a team of neurodivergent professionals. We are a niche service provider operating via telehealth across Australia. We reject disordered and disabiling notions of neurologically based difference, and embrance our neurodivergent identity.
Assessment services for adult autism and ADHD.
The Divergent Edge providers a strengths based service delivered by a team of neurodivergent professionals. We are a niche service provider operating via telehealth across Australia. We reject disordered and disabiling notions of neurologically based difference, and embrance our neurodivergent identity.
Areas of therapeutic focus, include anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma (PTSD/c-PTSD), motherhood and parenting, relationships, women's health, autism and ADHD, identity/self-worth, and grief and loss.
My role as a therapist is to facilitate a process where clients can safely connect with their minds and bodies, exploring strategies that meet their unique needs. I use therapeutic modalities that focus on working with the inner experience, helping clients validate and understand the human condition, rather than working against it.
Areas of therapeutic focus, include anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma (PTSD/c-PTSD), motherhood and parenting, relationships, women's health, autism and ADHD, identity/self-worth, and grief and loss.
My role as a therapist is to facilitate a process where clients can safely connect with their minds and bodies, exploring strategies that meet their unique needs. I use therapeutic modalities that focus on working with the inner experience, helping clients validate and understand the human condition, rather than working against it.
Anine Cummins (they/them) - Ginger Cat Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD and autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out.
I’m gender non-conforming, a proud member of the LGBTIQ+ community and I’ve successfully overcome trauma. I work with clients everyday on self-acceptance and practical solutions to difficult emotional problems. My lived experience, qualifications and expertise make me an empathetic and insightful counsellor.
I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD and autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out.
I’m gender non-conforming, a proud member of the LGBTIQ+ community and I’ve successfully overcome trauma. I work with clients everyday on self-acceptance and practical solutions to difficult emotional problems. My lived experience, qualifications and expertise make me an empathetic and insightful counsellor.
Meet Our Autism Counsellors
Mr Daniel Wendt is the Principal Clinical Psychologist and Director of Oracle Psychology. His qualifications in both Education and Psychology offer a unique combination of expertise which is well suited to assisting children and young people. We also assist adults and practice across the lifespan. Oracle Psychology's clinicians are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). They have extensive experience working with children, teenagers and adults. Our staff are passionate about the wellbeing of individuals in Newcastle, the Hunter and Central Coast.
Mr Daniel Wendt is the Principal Clinical Psychologist and Director of Oracle Psychology. His qualifications in both Education and Psychology offer a unique combination of expertise which is well suited to assisting children and young people. We also assist adults and practice across the lifespan. Oracle Psychology's clinicians are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). They have extensive experience working with children, teenagers and adults. Our staff are passionate about the wellbeing of individuals in Newcastle, the Hunter and Central Coast.
Looking for a counsellor who can help you make real changes in your life? I'm also a clinical hypnotherapist and specialise in helping people make big improvements and adjustments in their lives- which all starts in the mind. If you want someone who is compassionate, listens and can work with you at your pace then you've found the right therapist. I am solutions focussed and thrive on seeing my clients achieve success (in whatever form that is for them). I'm NDIS-approved and work online and in-person in Newcastle, NSW.
Looking for a counsellor who can help you make real changes in your life? I'm also a clinical hypnotherapist and specialise in helping people make big improvements and adjustments in their lives- which all starts in the mind. If you want someone who is compassionate, listens and can work with you at your pace then you've found the right therapist. I am solutions focussed and thrive on seeing my clients achieve success (in whatever form that is for them). I'm NDIS-approved and work online and in-person in Newcastle, NSW.
Hi there, my name is Georgina and i'm a registered psychologist. I offer accessible and affirming assessments and mental health support to young people and adults across Australia. With a diverse background of experience, I've supported young people and their parents in both private practice and school settings, conducted assessments, and aided adults in exploring and embracing their neurotype. I also have experience working with individuals in the perinatal period in areas such as adjustment, perinatal depression and anxiety, and OCD.
Hi there, my name is Georgina and i'm a registered psychologist. I offer accessible and affirming assessments and mental health support to young people and adults across Australia. With a diverse background of experience, I've supported young people and their parents in both private practice and school settings, conducted assessments, and aided adults in exploring and embracing their neurotype. I also have experience working with individuals in the perinatal period in areas such as adjustment, perinatal depression and anxiety, and OCD.
Therapy aims to better understand what's going on in a young person or adult's life that has led to their symptoms. This is done through holding curiosity and exploring early life experiences and family of origin, a person's current context, and identifying current strengths and resources. Together we then build a tool kit of strategies and resources needed to support their care and wellbeing. Therapy takes courage and may at times feel a little uncomfortable so I aim to there, walking alongside the individuals or families I work with.
Therapy aims to better understand what's going on in a young person or adult's life that has led to their symptoms. This is done through holding curiosity and exploring early life experiences and family of origin, a person's current context, and identifying current strengths and resources. Together we then build a tool kit of strategies and resources needed to support their care and wellbeing. Therapy takes courage and may at times feel a little uncomfortable so I aim to there, walking alongside the individuals or families I work with.
Grace is a friendly and approachable psychologist, she is passionate about helping people better understand themselves to navigate life's challenges and joys. Grace loves to work with individuals from all walks of life and values working on the root cause of challenges whenever possible, rather than focusing solely on symptom management. Grace believes in flexibly tailoring therapy to individual needs and has experience with working with trauma, disability, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, neurodiversity, adjustment difficulties, attachment difficulties, family dynamics, stress, social difficulties, and emotional difficulties.
Grace is a friendly and approachable psychologist, she is passionate about helping people better understand themselves to navigate life's challenges and joys. Grace loves to work with individuals from all walks of life and values working on the root cause of challenges whenever possible, rather than focusing solely on symptom management. Grace believes in flexibly tailoring therapy to individual needs and has experience with working with trauma, disability, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, neurodiversity, adjustment difficulties, attachment difficulties, family dynamics, stress, social difficulties, and emotional difficulties.
Every person's journey is unique, and I like to understand the background and goals of the people I support to ensure we create a personalised plan for them. I am very experienced in supporting adults, and adolescents and I have a strong interest in supporting people navigating anxiety, grief and loss, PTSD, developmental trauma, and the myriad of life's challenges. My approach is twofold: I believe in equipping you with immediate tools to cope with present concerns, while also delving into the roots of these issues – be it past events, deep-seated beliefs, or coping mechanisms – to pave the way for a brighter future.
Every person's journey is unique, and I like to understand the background and goals of the people I support to ensure we create a personalised plan for them. I am very experienced in supporting adults, and adolescents and I have a strong interest in supporting people navigating anxiety, grief and loss, PTSD, developmental trauma, and the myriad of life's challenges. My approach is twofold: I believe in equipping you with immediate tools to cope with present concerns, while also delving into the roots of these issues – be it past events, deep-seated beliefs, or coping mechanisms – to pave the way for a brighter future.
I understand that seeking help can be a brave step. I am dedicated to providing personalised care tailored to your unique needs. I utilise evidence-based practices to help you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. Through therapy, I aim to empower you with tools and strategies to navigate life's challenges effectively.
Individual therapy sessions are designed to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
I understand that seeking help can be a brave step. I am dedicated to providing personalised care tailored to your unique needs. I utilise evidence-based practices to help you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. Through therapy, I aim to empower you with tools and strategies to navigate life's challenges effectively.
Individual therapy sessions are designed to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
I work clinically with a diverse range of individuals, with a particular interest in anxiety, trauma, relationship/communication concerns, attentional difficulties and depression.
I work clinically with a diverse range of individuals, with a particular interest in anxiety, trauma, relationship/communication concerns, attentional difficulties and depression.
Clients may want some support in their lives or someone to talk to; they may be curious about their potential for neurodivergance for themselves or their children. I'm always willing to be someone that helps you to help yourself on your journey.
Clients may want some support in their lives or someone to talk to; they may be curious about their potential for neurodivergance for themselves or their children. I'm always willing to be someone that helps you to help yourself on your journey.
Nearby Autism Counsellors Searches for Newcastle
- Adamstown
- Broadmeadow
- Cardiff
- Charlestown
- Hamilton
- Kotara
- Lambton
- Mayfield
- Merewether
- New Lambton
- Wallsend
- Warners Bay
Autism Counsellors
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.