Autism Counselling in Brighton, VIC
Conduct a range of psychological assessments, including educational, cognitive, intellectual (IQ), academic, autism, adhd, dyslexia, and behavioural assessments.
Shelley Thompson is Owner and Principal Psychologist of Psychology Assessment Services (PAS). She has been a registered psychologist for over 15 years. She has extensive experience working with children and adolescents across a range of settings, including private practice and government, catholic, independent, and specialist schools.
Conduct a range of psychological assessments, including educational, cognitive, intellectual (IQ), academic, autism, adhd, dyslexia, and behavioural assessments.
Shelley Thompson is Owner and Principal Psychologist of Psychology Assessment Services (PAS). She has been a registered psychologist for over 15 years. She has extensive experience working with children and adolescents across a range of settings, including private practice and government, catholic, independent, and specialist schools.
If you are a parent/carer of a young child with developmental delay, autism, ADHD and/or Intellectual Disability I am able to provide early intervention support.
My services include early intervention, behaviour support and parenting support for children with developmental delay, autism, intellectual disability, ADHD and anxiety. Older children, teenagers and adults looking for support with trauma, PTSD and other related symptoms I am training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
If you are a parent/carer of a young child with developmental delay, autism, ADHD and/or Intellectual Disability I am able to provide early intervention support.
My services include early intervention, behaviour support and parenting support for children with developmental delay, autism, intellectual disability, ADHD and anxiety. Older children, teenagers and adults looking for support with trauma, PTSD and other related symptoms I am training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I work with adults and children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and borderline personality disorder (BPD).
I help clients to manage anxiety, stress and depression. I take a collaborative approach to help you improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and build social connections. I work with children, adolescents and adults and their families. I have experience working in private practice, NDIS, and community psychology.
I work with adults and children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), ADHD, anxiety disorders, depression, and borderline personality disorder (BPD).
I help clients to manage anxiety, stress and depression. I take a collaborative approach to help you improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and build social connections. I work with children, adolescents and adults and their families. I have experience working in private practice, NDIS, and community psychology.
Daniella Winik - People Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Brighton, VIC 3186
Anxiety, Stress Management, Depression, School Issues & Counselling, Peer Relationships, Parenting Support, Issues & Guidance, Family Support, ASD ( Autism Spectrum Disorder), ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) & ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), Building Resilience, Social Difficulties, Adjustment Disorders, Grief and Loss / Bereavement, Coping Skills, Divorce Counselling, Life Transitions, Life Coaching, Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Self-Development, Suicidal Ideation and Relationships.
Daniella Winik is an AHPRA Endorsed Counselling Psychologist with more than 20 years experience working with individuals of all ages across a range of settings, including primary and secondary schools, and private practice. Daniella has a gentle, calm approach, providing a caring, supportive and non-judgemental environment.
Anxiety, Stress Management, Depression, School Issues & Counselling, Peer Relationships, Parenting Support, Issues & Guidance, Family Support, ASD ( Autism Spectrum Disorder), ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) & ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), Building Resilience, Social Difficulties, Adjustment Disorders, Grief and Loss / Bereavement, Coping Skills, Divorce Counselling, Life Transitions, Life Coaching, Self-Esteem, Self-Confidence, Self-Development, Suicidal Ideation and Relationships.
Daniella Winik is an AHPRA Endorsed Counselling Psychologist with more than 20 years experience working with individuals of all ages across a range of settings, including primary and secondary schools, and private practice. Daniella has a gentle, calm approach, providing a caring, supportive and non-judgemental environment.
Michaela Klabanova
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Michaela is trained in a range of assessments (1) Cognitive (2) Personality (3) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (4) Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Michaela is an open-minded psychologist and psychotherapist whose approach is tailored to the needs of each particular client. She is passionate about helping people grow and achieve their full potential. Michaela predominately works with complex mental health issues including trauma, addiction and neurodiversity. Furthermore, she is passionate about men’s mental health and relationship difficulties. Her experience includes working with children, youth and adults.
Michaela is trained in a range of assessments (1) Cognitive (2) Personality (3) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (4) Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Michaela is an open-minded psychologist and psychotherapist whose approach is tailored to the needs of each particular client. She is passionate about helping people grow and achieve their full potential. Michaela predominately works with complex mental health issues including trauma, addiction and neurodiversity. Furthermore, she is passionate about men’s mental health and relationship difficulties. Her experience includes working with children, youth and adults.
My academic research focuses on ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with particular emphasis on challenges during developmental transitions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over five years of experience, specialising in psychological assessments and expert witness testimony in Family Law matters. I have national experience conducting psychological evaluations and providing expert testimony across diverse populations. As a Family Report Writer and Single Expert Witness for the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, I assess complex family dynamics, including child abuse, domestic violence, and parental capacity. I conduct comprehensive assessments for children and adults, particularly in the areas of ASD, ADHD, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
My academic research focuses on ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with particular emphasis on challenges during developmental transitions.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over five years of experience, specialising in psychological assessments and expert witness testimony in Family Law matters. I have national experience conducting psychological evaluations and providing expert testimony across diverse populations. As a Family Report Writer and Single Expert Witness for the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, I assess complex family dynamics, including child abuse, domestic violence, and parental capacity. I conduct comprehensive assessments for children and adults, particularly in the areas of ASD, ADHD, and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
My areas of interest include but are not limited to: Trauma & Stressor Related Disorders, Neurodivergent Presentations: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), LGBTQI+ Relationships Family Conflict, Anxiety Depression, Grief, Stress, Adjustment Disorders, Self Esteem, Work Issues
What you can expect from working with me: is a warm, down-to-earth approach in a non-judgemental space that’s all about understanding you better and helping you grow through our journey together. I believe that gaining awareness and understanding of our thoughts, feelings and behaviour is a powerful tool to invite more choice and compassion into our lives. It is often key to enhancing the quality of our relationships, our engagement in the world around us and our ability to act in line with our values. As your therapist, I aim to offer practical skills that can be taken outside of sessions into your everyday life.
My areas of interest include but are not limited to: Trauma & Stressor Related Disorders, Neurodivergent Presentations: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), LGBTQI+ Relationships Family Conflict, Anxiety Depression, Grief, Stress, Adjustment Disorders, Self Esteem, Work Issues
What you can expect from working with me: is a warm, down-to-earth approach in a non-judgemental space that’s all about understanding you better and helping you grow through our journey together. I believe that gaining awareness and understanding of our thoughts, feelings and behaviour is a powerful tool to invite more choice and compassion into our lives. It is often key to enhancing the quality of our relationships, our engagement in the world around us and our ability to act in line with our values. As your therapist, I aim to offer practical skills that can be taken outside of sessions into your everyday life.
I specialise in comprehensive psychological and diagnostic assessments including cognitive, educational & literacy, dyslexia, autism, & adhd.
In therapy, my approach is tailored to each child’s unique needs and strengths. Using evidence-based practices like the CPS model by Dr Ross Greene and expressive therapies for younger children, I can help support your child's development. My practice provides a warm, supportive space for children and families to feel empowered and make meaningful progress.
I specialise in comprehensive psychological and diagnostic assessments including cognitive, educational & literacy, dyslexia, autism, & adhd.
In therapy, my approach is tailored to each child’s unique needs and strengths. Using evidence-based practices like the CPS model by Dr Ross Greene and expressive therapies for younger children, I can help support your child's development. My practice provides a warm, supportive space for children and families to feel empowered and make meaningful progress.
I have extensive experience in working with clients from all walks of life and presenting with a wide range of challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, fears and phobias, school refusal and autism/ADHD.
I am a fellow of the APS College of Counselling Psychologists and an AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor. I have undertaken further training in Family Therapy, Perinatal Mental Health and EMDR. I am trained in facilitating the Tuning into Kids program. I accept NDIS self funded and plan managed clients, Medicare, WorkSafe and TAC clients.
I have extensive experience in working with clients from all walks of life and presenting with a wide range of challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, fears and phobias, school refusal and autism/ADHD.
I am a fellow of the APS College of Counselling Psychologists and an AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor. I have undertaken further training in Family Therapy, Perinatal Mental Health and EMDR. I am trained in facilitating the Tuning into Kids program. I accept NDIS self funded and plan managed clients, Medicare, WorkSafe and TAC clients.
Patrick is an experienced psychotherapist drawing on his studies in both Existential Psychotherapy and Lacanian Psychoanalysis. His approach assists individuals in working through somewhat insoluble issues to bring relief from existential malaise, depression, anxiety, repetitive interpersonal difficulties, and somatic disturbances. Patrick has worked in a multitude of professional settings with adolescents, adults, and couples. In addition, he has significant experience working with neurodiversity as well as gender and sexual diversity. Patricks experience has led to a deep appreciation of the complexities of being-in-the-world.
Patrick is an experienced psychotherapist drawing on his studies in both Existential Psychotherapy and Lacanian Psychoanalysis. His approach assists individuals in working through somewhat insoluble issues to bring relief from existential malaise, depression, anxiety, repetitive interpersonal difficulties, and somatic disturbances. Patrick has worked in a multitude of professional settings with adolescents, adults, and couples. In addition, he has significant experience working with neurodiversity as well as gender and sexual diversity. Patricks experience has led to a deep appreciation of the complexities of being-in-the-world.
Jasmine Loo Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with clients across the lifespan (age 4 and above) to address a variety of life challenges, such as managing stress, anxiety and depression, as well as struggles with life transitions. Finding hope and recognising your resources can feel challenging when going through a rough patch. Through therapy sessions, I’ll support you in brainstorming for solutions to overcome your difficulties and celebrate your unique strengths. I also have a special interest in neurodiversity and the female presentation of ASD. Neurodiversity can often bring invisible challenges. Finding the right support from an understanding person is essential.
I work with clients across the lifespan (age 4 and above) to address a variety of life challenges, such as managing stress, anxiety and depression, as well as struggles with life transitions. Finding hope and recognising your resources can feel challenging when going through a rough patch. Through therapy sessions, I’ll support you in brainstorming for solutions to overcome your difficulties and celebrate your unique strengths. I also have a special interest in neurodiversity and the female presentation of ASD. Neurodiversity can often bring invisible challenges. Finding the right support from an understanding person is essential.
Meet Our Autism Counsellors
Emma dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives and develop self-awareness and self-compassion. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on individuals strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
Emma dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives and develop self-awareness and self-compassion. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on individuals strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
Hello you may have arrived here in search of support and clarity or to understand some issues that may have had a profound impact within your life. If you are looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move into a new direction in your life I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. I work one on one with adults at my practice located in Brighton.
The services I provide is an integrative mixture of Kinesiology, Counselling, Neurofeedback and Reiki therapy.
Hello you may have arrived here in search of support and clarity or to understand some issues that may have had a profound impact within your life. If you are looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move into a new direction in your life I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. I work one on one with adults at my practice located in Brighton.
The services I provide is an integrative mixture of Kinesiology, Counselling, Neurofeedback and Reiki therapy.
Feeling overwhelmed by life? I am a warm, skilled and experienced counsellor, who will support you through life's challenges, I can help you deal with a broad range of concerns, supporting you to examine your core beliefs and understanding of issues affecting you. Adjusting thoughts, feelings and behaviours through evidence-based counselling techniques creates opportunities for authentic growth and long-lasting change. I will support you in adopting and maintaining effective approaches to any difficulties that your'e experiencing, creating a renewed sense of optimism and well-being.
Feeling overwhelmed by life? I am a warm, skilled and experienced counsellor, who will support you through life's challenges, I can help you deal with a broad range of concerns, supporting you to examine your core beliefs and understanding of issues affecting you. Adjusting thoughts, feelings and behaviours through evidence-based counselling techniques creates opportunities for authentic growth and long-lasting change. I will support you in adopting and maintaining effective approaches to any difficulties that your'e experiencing, creating a renewed sense of optimism and well-being.
Francesco Poci - People Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, VIC 3186
Francesco can help with your issues or concerns such as anxiety, depression and phobias. Francesco also has a particular interest working with clients in regard to sexual health concerns. He can help you with workplace concerns, career counselling, life change and existential concerns. In addition to holding a Master of Professional Psychology from Monash University, he also holds a Master of Science in Medicine (HIV, STIs and Sexual Health) from The University of Sydney. He is therefore interested in assisting clients in regard to couples counselling and sexual dysfunction.
Francesco can help with your issues or concerns such as anxiety, depression and phobias. Francesco also has a particular interest working with clients in regard to sexual health concerns. He can help you with workplace concerns, career counselling, life change and existential concerns. In addition to holding a Master of Professional Psychology from Monash University, he also holds a Master of Science in Medicine (HIV, STIs and Sexual Health) from The University of Sydney. He is therefore interested in assisting clients in regard to couples counselling and sexual dysfunction.
Steven is registered psychologist who provides primarily afterhours telehealth support and psychological interventions to adolescents and adults. Steven focuses on rapport and therapeutic relationships by spending time building relationships with clients to ensure best practice ethical and professional services to support their betterment of mental health and life’s daily challenges. A values based natural rapport leader with an expertise area spanning various life situations and demographics, Steven emphasises getting to know the individual in all situations.
Steven is registered psychologist who provides primarily afterhours telehealth support and psychological interventions to adolescents and adults. Steven focuses on rapport and therapeutic relationships by spending time building relationships with clients to ensure best practice ethical and professional services to support their betterment of mental health and life’s daily challenges. A values based natural rapport leader with an expertise area spanning various life situations and demographics, Steven emphasises getting to know the individual in all situations.
Jo-Elle Warhurst - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Brighton, VIC 3186
Jo-Elle is a Registered Psychologist with over twenty years experience specialising in supporting clients, children (5-12 years), teenagers (13-17 years) and adults, to overcome their psychological symptoms to achieve recovery and personal growth. Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem. Jo-Elle quickly establishes rapport with clients across a broad range of sectors and backgrounds to explore their challenges and equip them with the tools to resolve their presenting concerns.
Jo-Elle is a Registered Psychologist with over twenty years experience specialising in supporting clients, children (5-12 years), teenagers (13-17 years) and adults, to overcome their psychological symptoms to achieve recovery and personal growth. Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem. Jo-Elle quickly establishes rapport with clients across a broad range of sectors and backgrounds to explore their challenges and equip them with the tools to resolve their presenting concerns.
Xuan (pronounced Shen) provides evidence-based and person-centred treatment with adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Xuan has multilingual skills and can deliver services in English or in Mandarin 说中文 She aims to provide a warm space where clients could form an in-depth understanding of themselves, to reflect on existing or past experiences, and to learn and grow at a pace that suits them.
Xuan (pronounced Shen) provides evidence-based and person-centred treatment with adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural, linguistic, and economic backgrounds. Xuan has multilingual skills and can deliver services in English or in Mandarin 说中文 She aims to provide a warm space where clients could form an in-depth understanding of themselves, to reflect on existing or past experiences, and to learn and grow at a pace that suits them.
At Mighty Minds Child Psychology, we offer a range of services including individual therapy, neurodevelopmental and psychoeducational assessments and parent consultations. We also collaborate closely with schools and other allied health professionals to ensure each client receives holistic and tailored care.
At Mighty Minds Child Psychology, we offer a range of services including individual therapy, neurodevelopmental and psychoeducational assessments and parent consultations. We also collaborate closely with schools and other allied health professionals to ensure each client receives holistic and tailored care.
Are you struggling in your relationships? Do you feel like you are having the same argument again and again? Whether it is your partner, children, other family members or work/friendships, I can help you understand yourself, your needs and your relationship dynamics. I work with couples to help them navigate their problems, communication and negative conflicts.
As a medical professional, I also work with medical trauma, chronic pain/illness and life transition/menopause.
I will support you through your journey, we will explore all areas of your life so you can understand yourself and evolve into a better version of yourself!
Are you struggling in your relationships? Do you feel like you are having the same argument again and again? Whether it is your partner, children, other family members or work/friendships, I can help you understand yourself, your needs and your relationship dynamics. I work with couples to help them navigate their problems, communication and negative conflicts.
As a medical professional, I also work with medical trauma, chronic pain/illness and life transition/menopause.
I will support you through your journey, we will explore all areas of your life so you can understand yourself and evolve into a better version of yourself!
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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.