Autism Psychologists and Therapists in Darwin City
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.
As a genderqueer, ace-spectrum, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about supporting other members of my community.
If you have had trouble in the past being put into boxes that don’t fit, or are wanting an accepting and flexible therapeutic approach outside of CBT, then I might be the person for you. I want to support people in their journey to discover their authentic selves, and give some mental health tips and tricks along the way.
As a genderqueer, ace-spectrum, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about supporting other members of my community.
If you have had trouble in the past being put into boxes that don’t fit, or are wanting an accepting and flexible therapeutic approach outside of CBT, then I might be the person for you. I want to support people in their journey to discover their authentic selves, and give some mental health tips and tricks along the way.
NDIS, Medicare & WorkCover funded therapy. Dr. Evelyn Gasparillo is a Psychologist with 20 years of clinical experience. Her appointments are Online via Telehealth. With a compassionate approach, Evelyn provides evidence-based therapy according to your individual needs. Save time and avoid the hassle of travel so you can concentrate on your psychological therapy from the comfort of your home.
NDIS, Medicare & WorkCover funded therapy. Dr. Evelyn Gasparillo is a Psychologist with 20 years of clinical experience. Her appointments are Online via Telehealth. With a compassionate approach, Evelyn provides evidence-based therapy according to your individual needs. Save time and avoid the hassle of travel so you can concentrate on your psychological therapy from the comfort of your home.
Due to lived experience, I also have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals and those impacted by complex trauma (CPTSD).
I offer neuro-affirming, trauma-informed therapy as well as adult ADHD/ autism assessments. My approach is strengths-based, evidence-informed, and practical, with a focus on self-understanding, emotional regulation, and strategies you can use in everyday life. Sessions are collaborative and paced to your needs and goals.
Due to lived experience, I also have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals and those impacted by complex trauma (CPTSD).
I offer neuro-affirming, trauma-informed therapy as well as adult ADHD/ autism assessments. My approach is strengths-based, evidence-informed, and practical, with a focus on self-understanding, emotional regulation, and strategies you can use in everyday life. Sessions are collaborative and paced to your needs and goals.
I provide neuro-diversity affirming psychology services for autistic, ADHER's, queer, and gender-diverse people, well as those within the neurotypical community struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, family conflict to name a few
Together, we create a clear plan of what to do & when. You will no longer feel anxious, lost or overwhelmed navigating 'systems' or wondering why you feel "different". Working within a neurodiversity paradigm allows you to connect to your authentic self, whilst learning self-advocacy skills, self care and acceptance.
I provide neuro-diversity affirming psychology services for autistic, ADHER's, queer, and gender-diverse people, well as those within the neurotypical community struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, family conflict to name a few
Together, we create a clear plan of what to do & when. You will no longer feel anxious, lost or overwhelmed navigating 'systems' or wondering why you feel "different". Working within a neurodiversity paradigm allows you to connect to your authentic self, whilst learning self-advocacy skills, self care and acceptance.
Choose a practitioner who understands Autism, ADHD, neurodivergence, high sensitivity and introversion.
Immerse into the deep healing space of co-regulation. Move from existing in constant confusion to a place of serene clarity. Experience the belonging you have yearned for and no longer feel alone. Learn the skills to fulfil your lifelong dreams. Become the person you always wanted to be.
Choose a practitioner who understands Autism, ADHD, neurodivergence, high sensitivity and introversion.
Immerse into the deep healing space of co-regulation. Move from existing in constant confusion to a place of serene clarity. Experience the belonging you have yearned for and no longer feel alone. Learn the skills to fulfil your lifelong dreams. Become the person you always wanted to be.
I am well versed to help with anxiety, depression, grief, interpersonal difficulties, autism, and am particularly interested in assisting with phobias and OCD presentations.
I have always had a heart and passion for working alongside people experiencing difficulties in their mental health. I have completed a Master of Psychology (Professional) degree and have extensive experience supporting adults and young people who have been through mental health difficulties including significant trauma and neglect. I have also worked within a school environment and I apply a scientist practitioner approach to referrals. Whether it be children, adolescents, adults or older adults alike, I will work collaboratively to establish goals and facilitate recovery and mental wellbeing.
I am well versed to help with anxiety, depression, grief, interpersonal difficulties, autism, and am particularly interested in assisting with phobias and OCD presentations.
I have always had a heart and passion for working alongside people experiencing difficulties in their mental health. I have completed a Master of Psychology (Professional) degree and have extensive experience supporting adults and young people who have been through mental health difficulties including significant trauma and neglect. I have also worked within a school environment and I apply a scientist practitioner approach to referrals. Whether it be children, adolescents, adults or older adults alike, I will work collaboratively to establish goals and facilitate recovery and mental wellbeing.
I provide telehealth counselling (phone or video) to adults seeking support for a wide spectrum of life experiences and challenges. Whether you are navigating grief, relationship concerns, stress, anxiety, life transitions, or pursuing deeper self-understanding, my practice is responsive to your unique needs. My approach blends evidence-based modalities with a sensitivity to the language and meaning of your lived experience, creating a therapeutic space where your story is valued and your strengths are recognised. Together, we foster meaningful dialogue, reflection, and personal growth.
I provide telehealth counselling (phone or video) to adults seeking support for a wide spectrum of life experiences and challenges. Whether you are navigating grief, relationship concerns, stress, anxiety, life transitions, or pursuing deeper self-understanding, my practice is responsive to your unique needs. My approach blends evidence-based modalities with a sensitivity to the language and meaning of your lived experience, creating a therapeutic space where your story is valued and your strengths are recognised. Together, we foster meaningful dialogue, reflection, and personal growth.
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions.
I work collaboratively and practically using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and REBT that can be adapted to suit neurodivergent ways of thinking, feeling, and processing. Therapy is guided by your goals and circumstances, with a focus on reducing distress and building workable strategies for when life feels uncertain or can’t easily be “fixed”
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions.
I work collaboratively and practically using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and REBT that can be adapted to suit neurodivergent ways of thinking, feeling, and processing. Therapy is guided by your goals and circumstances, with a focus on reducing distress and building workable strategies for when life feels uncertain or can’t easily be “fixed”
I am a multilingual AuDHD Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in providing neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy to adults who are (or who believe they might be) autistic and/or ADHD.
Coping with life is not the same as being happy. My aim is to go beyond coping and help neurodivergent people access their true potential, so that they can build a vibrant life that suits their neurotype. I tend to work with my clients at a deeper level, by exploring emotions and unmet needs, as well as by processing past trauma for those who wish to do so.
I am a multilingual AuDHD Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in providing neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy to adults who are (or who believe they might be) autistic and/or ADHD.
Coping with life is not the same as being happy. My aim is to go beyond coping and help neurodivergent people access their true potential, so that they can build a vibrant life that suits their neurotype. I tend to work with my clients at a deeper level, by exploring emotions and unmet needs, as well as by processing past trauma for those who wish to do so.
I support people dealing with ADHD, autism, parenting challenges, anxiety, low mood, attachment disruption, and trauma.
Hi there! I'm so glad you're here. I provide telehealth psychology to young people, adults, and parents. People often come to me when they’re overwhelmed, burnt out, or navigating neurodiversity, anxiety, low mood, or parenting challenges. I’m known for sessions that feel relaxed and conversational, while still being honest and direct: because sometimes you just need someone who won’t judge you and will get straight to the point. My work is grounded in neuro‑affirming and trauma‑informed care, so it's very much designed for the busy and deeply feeling humans.
I support people dealing with ADHD, autism, parenting challenges, anxiety, low mood, attachment disruption, and trauma.
Hi there! I'm so glad you're here. I provide telehealth psychology to young people, adults, and parents. People often come to me when they’re overwhelmed, burnt out, or navigating neurodiversity, anxiety, low mood, or parenting challenges. I’m known for sessions that feel relaxed and conversational, while still being honest and direct: because sometimes you just need someone who won’t judge you and will get straight to the point. My work is grounded in neuro‑affirming and trauma‑informed care, so it's very much designed for the busy and deeply feeling humans.
Not everyone wants to talk out loud. Some people prefer text. Maybe you prefer having space to think as you type, maybe it's less overwhelming, less pressure, or maybe it's just more comfortable for you. Whatever your reason, I'm here to help. I offer text-based counselling, where we use text through the entire session with no speaking or listening required (unless you want it!).
Not everyone wants to talk out loud. Some people prefer text. Maybe you prefer having space to think as you type, maybe it's less overwhelming, less pressure, or maybe it's just more comfortable for you. Whatever your reason, I'm here to help. I offer text-based counselling, where we use text through the entire session with no speaking or listening required (unless you want it!).
I love working with neurodivergent people!
I offer diagnostic assessments for ADHD/ ASD, as well as intervention sessions that are goals-focused using evidence-based interventions like CBT, ACT, DBT & IFS. I can also prepare reports for NDIS/DSP when needed.
I love working with neurodivergent people!
I offer diagnostic assessments for ADHD/ ASD, as well as intervention sessions that are goals-focused using evidence-based interventions like CBT, ACT, DBT & IFS. I can also prepare reports for NDIS/DSP when needed.
Jay works with young people and adults — from age 12 right through adulthood — navigating stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, identity, relationships, minority stress, ADHD, Autism, OCD, BPD, CPTSD, PTSD, Bipolar and Dissociative Disorders, PMDD, and chronic illness.
Jay integrates evidence-based approaches tailored to each person, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Compassion-Focussed Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Neurodivergence-Affirming Therapy.
Jay works with young people and adults — from age 12 right through adulthood — navigating stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, identity, relationships, minority stress, ADHD, Autism, OCD, BPD, CPTSD, PTSD, Bipolar and Dissociative Disorders, PMDD, and chronic illness.
Jay integrates evidence-based approaches tailored to each person, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Compassion-Focussed Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, and Neurodivergence-Affirming Therapy.
I have lived experience & extensive knowledge of the complexities of ADHD, Sensory Issues, Autism, disordered eating & chronic pain.
Not all of us neurodivergent people have 'superpowers', most of us bump into things. However, catering to my niche has really made me marvel at the depth in our thought process. Let's harness our strengths. We are sensitive, empathetic & more resilient than we realise. We can bounce back & stop people pleasing & set boundaries; be our true authentic self.
I have lived experience & extensive knowledge of the complexities of ADHD, Sensory Issues, Autism, disordered eating & chronic pain.
Not all of us neurodivergent people have 'superpowers', most of us bump into things. However, catering to my niche has really made me marvel at the depth in our thought process. Let's harness our strengths. We are sensitive, empathetic & more resilient than we realise. We can bounce back & stop people pleasing & set boundaries; be our true authentic self.
Navigating the world as a neurodivergent person can be incredibly challenging, especially without adequate support.
I'm Jessica, a neurodivergent counsellor, so I truly get it—because I've lived it too. I continuously educate myself on evidence-based practices to offer therapy that's both supportive and effective. My approach is tailored to you, so you feel genuinely heard and understood.
Navigating the world as a neurodivergent person can be incredibly challenging, especially without adequate support.
I'm Jessica, a neurodivergent counsellor, so I truly get it—because I've lived it too. I continuously educate myself on evidence-based practices to offer therapy that's both supportive and effective. My approach is tailored to you, so you feel genuinely heard and understood.
30+ yrs experience providing support for neurodivergent adults identifying as Autistic, ADHD or living with Tourettes through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, Australia-wide via Zoom.
Tania Rose is both clinically experienced and has lived-experience in neurodivergence, cultural inequality, and differ-ability/disability, recognising the social and human rights models of disability. Tania also supports those working professionally in the mental health sector as a clinical supervisor, educator and workplace wellbeing researcher.
30+ yrs experience providing support for neurodivergent adults identifying as Autistic, ADHD or living with Tourettes through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, Australia-wide via Zoom.
Tania Rose is both clinically experienced and has lived-experience in neurodivergence, cultural inequality, and differ-ability/disability, recognising the social and human rights models of disability. Tania also supports those working professionally in the mental health sector as a clinical supervisor, educator and workplace wellbeing researcher.
I am especially passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals as they explore their identity and reclaim their unique strengths.
I take a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming and compassionate approach to all my work. This means that I provide a safe and secure environment where clients can feel heard, supported and understood through life's challenges. I offer EMDR and Internal Family Systems therapy and work within an attachment based framework.
I am especially passionate about working with neurodivergent individuals as they explore their identity and reclaim their unique strengths.
I take a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming and compassionate approach to all my work. This means that I provide a safe and secure environment where clients can feel heard, supported and understood through life's challenges. I offer EMDR and Internal Family Systems therapy and work within an attachment based framework.
My name is Bridie Mills (he/him), I'm a counsellor and psychotherapist living and working in Naarm (Melbourne). I deeply value my position as a collaborator with and witness to those I work with and foster my own genuine presence and curiousity throughout my work, and find that from this stance, I am able to offer specific responses to what each person uniquely brings to therapy. In this process I draw upon a number of therapeutic approaches, including Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Existential Therapy.
My name is Bridie Mills (he/him), I'm a counsellor and psychotherapist living and working in Naarm (Melbourne). I deeply value my position as a collaborator with and witness to those I work with and foster my own genuine presence and curiousity throughout my work, and find that from this stance, I am able to offer specific responses to what each person uniquely brings to therapy. In this process I draw upon a number of therapeutic approaches, including Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy and Existential Therapy.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or struggling after a difficult experience, support is available.
You may be dealing with workplace stress, anxiety, low mood, or the impact of a traumatic event. These experiences can affect your confidence, your sleep, and your ability to cope day to day.
Therapy offers a space where you can slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and begin to feel more in control.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or struggling after a difficult experience, support is available.
You may be dealing with workplace stress, anxiety, low mood, or the impact of a traumatic event. These experiences can affect your confidence, your sleep, and your ability to cope day to day.
Therapy offers a space where you can slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and begin to feel more in control.
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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.