Autism Psychologists and Therapists in Lower Plenty
I am currently accepting new clients. I am a warm and non judgemental psychologist who helps clients create meaningful change and action in their lives. I have particular interests in helping clients navigate difficulties with anxiety, stress, self-esteem, depression, transitions, and individual learning needs. I work with adolescents, parents and adults.
I am currently accepting new clients. I am a warm and non judgemental psychologist who helps clients create meaningful change and action in their lives. I have particular interests in helping clients navigate difficulties with anxiety, stress, self-esteem, depression, transitions, and individual learning needs. I work with adolescents, parents and adults.
I’m extremely passionate about helping people create meaningful change and rediscover their confidence, purpose, and potential. I work with clients experiencing mood or behaviour difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach is active, practical and motivational, helping you break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, create understanding and strengthen self-worth. I value warmth, empathy and authenticity to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and feel capable, resilient, and motivated to create the life you want.
I’m extremely passionate about helping people create meaningful change and rediscover their confidence, purpose, and potential. I work with clients experiencing mood or behaviour difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach is active, practical and motivational, helping you break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, create understanding and strengthen self-worth. I value warmth, empathy and authenticity to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and feel capable, resilient, and motivated to create the life you want.
As a specialist in mental health, he provides expert care for ADHD, Autism, OCD, anxiety, depression, as well as trauma and stress management.
Dr. Arman Ouveysi is a dedicated GP with years of experience in managing both mental and physical health. His holistic approach ensures that each patient receives comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
As a specialist in mental health, he provides expert care for ADHD, Autism, OCD, anxiety, depression, as well as trauma and stress management.
Dr. Arman Ouveysi is a dedicated GP with years of experience in managing both mental and physical health. His holistic approach ensures that each patient receives comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
As at July 2026 I have availability to take on new clients. Providing a straightforward, warm and engaging style of therapy, I support women to increase self-acceptance and find calm and connection in the overwhelm and pressures of daily life. I enjoy working with adults exploring their neurodivergence, as well as those navigating periods of adjustment and transition — including becoming a new parent (or parenting a teenager), perimenopause, separation, or grief.
As at July 2026 I have availability to take on new clients. Providing a straightforward, warm and engaging style of therapy, I support women to increase self-acceptance and find calm and connection in the overwhelm and pressures of daily life. I enjoy working with adults exploring their neurodivergence, as well as those navigating periods of adjustment and transition — including becoming a new parent (or parenting a teenager), perimenopause, separation, or grief.
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Social Sense Allied Health is a therapy practice based delivering services via telehealth (Zoom, MS Teams, FaceTime etc) or phone. We also can undertake home, school or hospital visits. We are a team of experts in complexity, dedicated to co-creating a therapeutic alliance to meet your goals. We offer mental health, trauma, functional and behavioural services under NDIS, Victims Services, Medicare, Workers Compensation, EAP, BUPA/Open Arms and Private Health Funds. We also provide clinical supervision for social workers, youth workers, counsellors and other human services professionals.
Social Sense Allied Health is a therapy practice based delivering services via telehealth (Zoom, MS Teams, FaceTime etc) or phone. We also can undertake home, school or hospital visits. We are a team of experts in complexity, dedicated to co-creating a therapeutic alliance to meet your goals. We offer mental health, trauma, functional and behavioural services under NDIS, Victims Services, Medicare, Workers Compensation, EAP, BUPA/Open Arms and Private Health Funds. We also provide clinical supervision for social workers, youth workers, counsellors and other human services professionals.
My areas of interest include: depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, developmental trauma, grief and loss, postnatal depression, interpersonal issues and reframing unhelpful beliefs.
I provide tailored therapy and able to support clients seeking Autism and ADHD diagnostic assessments.
My areas of interest include: depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, developmental trauma, grief and loss, postnatal depression, interpersonal issues and reframing unhelpful beliefs.
I provide tailored therapy and able to support clients seeking Autism and ADHD diagnostic assessments.
I have experience working with : Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Trauma and trauma related disorders e
My therapeutic approach is both guided by research, and tailored to the individual. Throughout therapy I take into account each person’s unique values, strengths and challenges, so that I can adapt interventions to the needs of each specific person. I like to approach each session with warmth, openness, enthusiasm and empathy. I believe that this is important in developing a strong therapeutic alliance between the client and therapist, built on trust.
I have experience working with : Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Trauma and trauma related disorders e
My therapeutic approach is both guided by research, and tailored to the individual. Throughout therapy I take into account each person’s unique values, strengths and challenges, so that I can adapt interventions to the needs of each specific person. I like to approach each session with warmth, openness, enthusiasm and empathy. I believe that this is important in developing a strong therapeutic alliance between the client and therapist, built on trust.
I specialise in supporting individual adults over 25, both online and in person in Melbourne, with Complex PTSD/Relational Trauma, ADHD, Autism but am not limited to these issues.
I work in collaboration with you to tailor therapy based on your goals. With the security of our therapeutic relationship at the foundation, I use an integrative, trauma-informed body-based approach. This includes the Internal Family Systems model, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal Theory, Focusing, AEDP and Memory Re-consolidation.
I specialise in supporting individual adults over 25, both online and in person in Melbourne, with Complex PTSD/Relational Trauma, ADHD, Autism but am not limited to these issues.
I work in collaboration with you to tailor therapy based on your goals. With the security of our therapeutic relationship at the foundation, I use an integrative, trauma-informed body-based approach. This includes the Internal Family Systems model, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal Theory, Focusing, AEDP and Memory Re-consolidation.
Hi, I’m El (She/Her), a bubbly, queer and neurodivergent psychologist who has been working with people from all walks of life and corners of the world for some time.
El has worked with a variety of presentations including complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, gender dysphoria, body dysmorphia, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, critical incident response, pain management, and interpersonal relationship difficulties. She has a strong interest in the intersection of neurodiversity and complex trauma.
Hi, I’m El (She/Her), a bubbly, queer and neurodivergent psychologist who has been working with people from all walks of life and corners of the world for some time.
El has worked with a variety of presentations including complex trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, gender dysphoria, body dysmorphia, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, critical incident response, pain management, and interpersonal relationship difficulties. She has a strong interest in the intersection of neurodiversity and complex trauma.
I support people 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 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 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.
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!).
Provide an assessment service only to help diagnose ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and identify giftedness.
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.
Provide an assessment service only to help diagnose ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disorders (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and identify giftedness.
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.
I also love to help unpack any challenges for families - whether it be school-based issues, Anxiety, Depression, Interpersonal Issues, OCD, Seeking support with ADHD or Autism - I am here and can provide support to you or your family member.
With a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, I aim to create a calm, reassuring place, where kids and teens feel safe and happy to engage in therapy. I have been working with family-based systems helping adolescents for many years, with young people experiencing anxiety, low self esteem, depression, and many other issues.
I also love to help unpack any challenges for families - whether it be school-based issues, Anxiety, Depression, Interpersonal Issues, OCD, Seeking support with ADHD or Autism - I am here and can provide support to you or your family member.
With a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, I aim to create a calm, reassuring place, where kids and teens feel safe and happy to engage in therapy. I have been working with family-based systems helping adolescents for many years, with young people experiencing anxiety, low self esteem, depression, and many other issues.
Tim’s areas of expertise and interest include:
Borderline personality disorder
Relationship and communication issues
Self-esteem and self-worth challenges, particularly in young males
Performance anxiety and stress management
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Autism spectrum disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Life transitions and adjustments
Tim implements a practical approach into his work and seeks to meet clients where they are at to navigate their challenges and offer ways to solve complex issues collaboratively. Tim seeks to empower clients to see their worth and take control of the challenges they are facing.
Tim draws upon multiple evidenced-based approaches to meet clients’ needs including dialectical behaviour therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused therapy, schema therapy, and trauma informed therapeutic approaches. Tim offers an understanding and empathetic voice in his work and enjoys working with clients to build their sense of mastery.
Tim’s areas of expertise and interest include:
Borderline personality disorder
Relationship and communication issues
Self-esteem and self-worth challenges, particularly in young males
Performance anxiety and stress management
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Autism spectrum disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Life transitions and adjustments
Tim implements a practical approach into his work and seeks to meet clients where they are at to navigate their challenges and offer ways to solve complex issues collaboratively. Tim seeks to empower clients to see their worth and take control of the challenges they are facing.
Tim draws upon multiple evidenced-based approaches to meet clients’ needs including dialectical behaviour therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, solution focused therapy, schema therapy, and trauma informed therapeutic approaches. Tim offers an understanding and empathetic voice in his work and enjoys working with clients to build their sense of mastery.
I'm a Clinical / Educational and Developmental Psychologist who's passionate about working with you in an engaging, collaborative, and compassionate way. Using evidence-based practices, I support individuals (aged 12 years and above) for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues - among other issues listed below.
I'm a Clinical / Educational and Developmental Psychologist who's passionate about working with you in an engaging, collaborative, and compassionate way. Using evidence-based practices, I support individuals (aged 12 years and above) for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues - among other issues listed below.
I specialise in providing trauma focussed therapy (EMDR & Internal Family Systems (IFS) for adults, children and young people and am passionate about working with people who are neurodiverse & those coming to terms with childhood trauma or the trauma of being neurodiverse in today’s society. I honour each person’s unique way of being & love working with adolescents & children, fostering healing that builds self-trust, connection & authentic self-expression, developing life long skills, so you can reconnect with yourself, process trauma and feel fully alive again. Our space is safe, respectful, and centered on you.
I specialise in providing trauma focussed therapy (EMDR & Internal Family Systems (IFS) for adults, children and young people and am passionate about working with people who are neurodiverse & those coming to terms with childhood trauma or the trauma of being neurodiverse in today’s society. I honour each person’s unique way of being & love working with adolescents & children, fostering healing that builds self-trust, connection & authentic self-expression, developing life long skills, so you can reconnect with yourself, process trauma and feel fully alive again. Our space is safe, respectful, and centered on you.
I'm Marlee (she/they) and I provide online therapy across Australia for women, trans, and non-binary adults who are queer or questioning, neurodivergent, and ready to make sense of their burnout, identity, and relationships.
When you begin ongoing work with me, a regular time becomes yours. The same day, the same time, held for you. You don't rebook week to week, and you never have to justify why you couldn't make it. Depth work needs that kind of consistency, and a space you can count on.
I currently have a small number of ongoing spaces open.
I'm Marlee (she/they) and I provide online therapy across Australia for women, trans, and non-binary adults who are queer or questioning, neurodivergent, and ready to make sense of their burnout, identity, and relationships.
When you begin ongoing work with me, a regular time becomes yours. The same day, the same time, held for you. You don't rebook week to week, and you never have to justify why you couldn't make it. Depth work needs that kind of consistency, and a space you can count on.
I currently have a small number of ongoing spaces open.
My main area of practice lies within neurodiversity (e.g., ADHD, Autism) and I have extensive experience in both assessment and therapy supports, striving to conduct all sessions with a neuroaffirming approach.
Hello! I'm Natalie, the principal psychologist at mint psychology. I enjoy working with clients to improve their wellbeing and help them achieve their goals.
My approach focuses on ensuring clients feel comfortable, supported, and respected, while working collaboratively to facilitate growth and change. I emphasise transparent communication and ensure all treatment plans and sessions are tailored to the individual clients' needs and preferences. My main therapy modalities include CBT and ACT, though I incorporate concepts from various other approaches such as schema or solution-focused therapy to meet the client's needs.
My main area of practice lies within neurodiversity (e.g., ADHD, Autism) and I have extensive experience in both assessment and therapy supports, striving to conduct all sessions with a neuroaffirming approach.
Hello! I'm Natalie, the principal psychologist at mint psychology. I enjoy working with clients to improve their wellbeing and help them achieve their goals.
My approach focuses on ensuring clients feel comfortable, supported, and respected, while working collaboratively to facilitate growth and change. I emphasise transparent communication and ensure all treatment plans and sessions are tailored to the individual clients' needs and preferences. My main therapy modalities include CBT and ACT, though I incorporate concepts from various other approaches such as schema or solution-focused therapy to meet the client's needs.
I am an Accredited Social Worker and Sex Therapist based in Magandjin/Brisbane and a proudly queer, non-binary, Autistic ADHD’er.
At Living Authentically Counselling, I provide LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent affirming individual counselling services for folks seeking support with sexuality, gender identity and expression and neurodivergence. My personal values are self-determination, inclusion, acceptance, authenticity and kindness; and these show up in the way that I practice.
I am an Accredited Social Worker and Sex Therapist based in Magandjin/Brisbane and a proudly queer, non-binary, Autistic ADHD’er.
At Living Authentically Counselling, I provide LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent affirming individual counselling services for folks seeking support with sexuality, gender identity and expression and neurodivergence. My personal values are self-determination, inclusion, acceptance, authenticity and kindness; and these show up in the way that I practice.
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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.